Top Things to do in Maine
Top Hotels in Maine
- 1. Gorges Grant Hotel
- 2. The Admiral's Inn
- 3. The Country Inn at the Mall
- 4. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront
- 5. Best Western Acadia Park Inn
- 6. Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Maine
- 7. Meadowmere Resort
- 8. Union Bluff Hotel
- 9. Hampton Inn Bar Harbor
- 10. Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
Things to do in Maine, United States: The Best Art Galleries
Maine has several unique regions, each with its own distinctive culture and activities. With miles of coastline, thousands of lakes, endless rivers and deep forests, visitors can find their perfect vacation spot, whether it's on a sandy beach, at a family campground or walking along Main Street in a bustling city or town. Maine is also known for abundant outdoor recreation opportunities in all four seasons, from swimming and boating in the warmer months to excellent skiing in the winter.
Restaurants in Maine
1. W. Robert Paine Gallery
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
2. Mast Cove Gallery
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By tgentry2018 - Hingham, United States
My wife and I have been travelling to Kennebunkport, ME for 26 years now, typically annually and discovered Mast Cove on our first trip there. Jean Briggs makes the world of purchasing art so very comfortable that anyone who feels they do not know how to buy art just need spend sometime with her. Each and every time we go there, she suggests she put on some coffee or maybe a glass of wine and the experience begins. From our first purchase, an Andrew Stevevich print of The Dance and a watercolor of a finch, we have such fond memories of the time with Jean as well as the art we have purchased. For anyone who enjoys art, this is a mandatory visit while in Kennebunkport.
3. Maine Art Hill
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
Voted 2019 Best Gallery in Maine by Down East magazine readers and 2018 Business of the Year by the Kennebunk-Kennebunkport Arundel Chamber of Commerce. 9 galleries, 7 shows, 45 artists, 21 weekly pop-ups. Celebrating more than 20 years as one of Southern Maine's premier art gallery destinations and proudly representing 45 artists on a year-round basis. The gallery is located in Lower Village, Kennebunk, just steps away from Dock Square, Kennebunkport.
Reviewed By wildrice777 - Charleston, United States
Gem of a Gallery in Picturesque Seaside Town of Kennebunk in Maine! We have been patrons of this wonderfully-diverse art gallery for years now and are proud owners of paintings, wind sculptures, and glass art from various artists that the gallery represents... We have commissioned pieces and also bought from the gallery displays directly and, throughout each transaction, the staff has been wonderful to deal with and has made the process seamless - special kudos go out to Natalie (Gallery Director & Manager) and Abby (Marketing Director/Event & Studio Coordinator). Be sure to stop by and hit all of the buildings that encompass the gallery as each one has special treasures to be admired and, most certainly, one of these will touch your spirit and speak to your heart, as all good art does...!
4. Northlight Gallery
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
5. Moose Prints Gallery and Gifts
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
A great shopping experience when visiting the Katahdin Region of Maine! Much like a walk in nature, the walls are filled with creatures and landscapes both great and small. With life size Moose images on stretched canvas wraps to miniature oil paintings on petrified wood, Moose Prints celebrates wildlife indigenous to the North Woods through photography, gift items and art. You will find Moose Prints on RT 11 & 157 11 miles from I-95(Exit 244, the road to Baxter State Park)in downtown Millinocket. We are ajacent to Key Bank (2 blocks before the downtown light). The gallery is open: Sun, Mon, Tues, Thurs and Sat 10-6 and by chance or appointment Wed and Sun
6. Home & Away Gallery
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Native American and Inuit art, jewelry, and baskets for collectors.
7. North Light Gallery
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Chosen as The Best of Maine 2012 by DownEast and for the Editor's Choice Award in Yankee Magazine's Summer Travel Guide, this gallery represents fine art of the interior of Maine by over 30 artists. Open 10-6 Monday through Saturday and seven days a week in August and September, don't miss a stop at this unique gallery on your way to Baxter State Park and Katahdin!
8. Rusty Fly Gallery & Gift
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
9. Richard Boyd Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
(Portland, ME) Richard Boyd Art Gallery is an owner operated fine arts gallery located on Peaks Island in Portland, ME. The gallery, located on the first floor, represents established and emerging artists with a connection to the state of Maine creating paintings in a range of styles from contemporary abstracts to traditional realism, limited edition bronze sculptures, and a select offering of works in clay. Exhibitions change monthly and include solo, group, and theme exhibits so clients and visitors always discover something new and exciting when visiting the gallery. A working art studio with a focus on creating ceramic art and pottery is located on the top floor. From April through the end of October the gallery is open between the hours of 10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily. During the months of November through March the gallery is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday between the hours of 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Additional days and times by chance or scheduled by appointment.
Reviewed By newengland50 - Franklin, United States
If you are visiting Portland, take the 15-minute ferry ride to Peaks Island. During the spring and summer months, it runs every hour at 15 past the hour. It's a great place for a relaxing stroll and more. During a walk around Peaks Island, we visited the Richard Boyd Art Gallery. It had a good collection with a mix of local artists and those from outside of the area who provided oil and watercolor paintings and sculptures. The Gallery is owned by an artist and his wife. He does a lot of work with ceramics and creates unique pieces. We end up buying a beautiful and unique decorative vase. Visit it for enjoyment as you view the art work. Be aware, that you might end up buying--but the prices are reasonable. It's about a ten-minute leisurely walk from the ferry.
10. Jan Kilburn Watercolor Studio and Gallery
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By NChoagie
Jan Kilburn's prints are sold widely in the area and on Monhegan. We had seen and like them so decided to stop by her studio on the way to Pemaquid lighthouse. She was there--very nice and welcoming and we enjoyed seeing both her original watercolors and prints. Of course, we had to buy some!
