Bangor Attractions
Known for its rich history of lumber harvesting and fishing, Bangor has embraced the 21st century with a nice mix of historical, recreational and cultural offerings. Among the top picks for this area is the Collins Center for the Arts which brings top name talent to the Bangor region; Baxter State Park with Mt. Katahdin as a beacon for hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts; the Penobscot Theatre Company which presents first-run, cutting edge stage productions; and the University of Maine Museum of Art with its vast collection of contemporary and classic masterpieces. With so much to see and do in the Bangor area, visitors will delight in both the quality and variety of offerings that are available to them.
Collins Center for the Arts
5746 Maine Center For Arts
The Collins Center for the Arts brings showcase quality, national performing talent to the Bangor area...
Maine Discovery Museum
74 Main Street
The Maine Discovery Museum features engaging, hands-on exhibits for children and their families...
Penobscot Theatre Company
131 Main Street
The Penobscot Theatre Company is a beacon for professional quality theater in northern Maine...
Allagash Wilderness Waterway
106 Hogan Rd # 7
The Allagash Wilderness Waterway offers an abundance of activities for the outdoors enthusiast...
University Maine Museum of Art
40 Harlow Street
The University of Maine Museum of Art offers an extensive collection of contemporary and traditional art that is sure to be a treat for art museum lovers...
Downtown Bangor Artwalk
Downtown Bangor Artwalk features seasonal free tours of artists' studios in downtown Bangor on Friday evenings...
Bangor Symphony Orchestra
891 Broadway
As one of the oldest community orchestras in the country, the Bangor Symphony Orchestra does a fine job of offering quality instrumental music for the public...
Bangor Museum & History Center
159 Union Street
The Bangor Museum and History Center features a remarkable collection of artifacts which tell the history of Bangor in colorful detail...
Cole Land Transportation Museum
405 Perry Road
The Cole Land Transportation Museum features a premier collection of wheeled vehicles for up close viewing by visitors...
Northern Writes: New Play Festival
131 Main Street
The Penobscot Theatre hosts this dynamic festival featuring some of the newest plays...
Bangor Car Show
40 Harlow Street
The Bangor Car Show treats the eyes to a wide selection of classic cars for all to enjoy...
American Folk Festival
40 Harlow Street
Each summer, the American Folk Festival brings the best in world music to Bangor...
Maine Shakespeare Festival
100 Dutton Street
The Maine Shakespeare Company brings one of the classic summer traditions to Bangor, Maine: Shakespeare in the park...
Maynard F Jordan Planetarium and Observatory
Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium, 5781 Wingate Hall,
The Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium offers sky shows and observatory sessions for those interested in learning about the night sky in Maine...
