Review & Frequenly Asked Questions:

The Bar Harbor Historical Society is the principal historical society of Mount Desert Island and Bar Harbor in Maine.

  • Question: What is the focus of the Bar Harbor Historical Society’s Museum?
    Answer: The museum is dedicated to showcasing all historical materials relating to the town of Bar Harbor through excellent exhibits and displays of various artifacts and items.
  • Question: Where is the Bar Harbor Historical Society’s Museum located?
    Answer: The museum is located at the former St. Edward's Convent on Ledgelawn Avenue, an architecturally distinguished building.
  • Question: Who designed the building that houses the museum, and when was it built?
    Answer: The building was designed by local architect Milton Stratton and built in 1917.
  • Question: What architectural style does the museum building represent?
    Answer: The building is an outstanding example of the Jacobean architectural style.
  • Question: What are the signature exhibits at the museum?
    Answer: Signature exhibits include a celebration of the life of George B. Dorr, the father of Acadia National Park, and the History of Bar Harbor.
  • Question: Is the building or museum listed on any historical registers?
    Answer: Yes, the building and museum are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • Question: When is the museum open to the public?
    Answer: The museum is open Monday through Saturday from June to October.

Location: Bar Harbor Historical Society, 127 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, 207-288-0000

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