Location: Gorham
Top Things to do in Gorham
Top 10 Things to do in Gorham, United States
Gorham is a town in Cumberland County, Maine, United States. The population was 16,381 at the 2010 census. The 2012 estimate of Gorham's population was 16,667. In addition to its urban village center known as Gorham Village or simply "the Village," the town encompasses a number of smaller, unincorporated villages and hamlets with distinct historical identities, including South Gorham, West Gorham, Little Falls, White Rock, and North Gorham. Gorham is home to one of the three campuses of the University of Southern Maine. In 2013, Gorham was voted second best town in Maine after Hampden by a financial website.
Restaurants in Gorham
1. Allagash Brewery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 889 reviews
Allagash Brewing Company is dedicated to crafting the best Belgian-inspired beers in the world. Best known for our flagship beer, Allagash White, we also enjoy aging beer in oak barrels (beginning with the launch of Curieux in 2004) and spontaneously fermented beers (beginning with our traditional Coolship in 2007). Come up and visit us – we’d love to show you around.
Reviewed By mutsnuts01 - Lancashire, England
I booked this tour for six of us because I knew we would have a Sunday afternoon to kill in a cold Portland in February. Now I dont drink but I would say this was a thoroughly enjoyable and interesting tour. All very friendly too. Well recommended, we may just go back next year.
2. Smiling Hill Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By glorijane w - North Waterboro, Maine
My kiddo wanted to see chickens, so the first place that popped up was Smiling Hill Farms. I knew they had some barnyard animals there, but what I didn't know was to what extent. For $13.00 which included child/adult admission and 4 tokens we walked into the barnyard. It felt like a step back in time. It's farm animals meets wooden playground. The place is mapped out pretty well so you pretty much can do a big circle and not get lost. i felt that it was a place that I could let me child run around and not have to worry. So did it not only have chickens, but it also had goats, pigs, horses ducks rabbits, OREO COWS, mini donkeys the works.
It was a nice fall outing, we were there for 2 hours, but we probably could have stayed longer. And don't mind the goats they could be a little pushy, they just know what's in your hand.
3. University of Southern Maine Art Gallery, Gorham campus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By kmk415 - Gorham, Maine
The USM Art Gallery-Gorham campus is a small but satisfying venue for a variety of professional, student, alumni, and community exhibitions and events during the academic year. Professional artist exhibitions include Artists-in-Residence and Visiting Artist programs. Student exhibits include the annual Juried Student Exhibition and the BFA Exhibition for graduating Bachelor of Fine Arts degree candidates.
The historic structure housing the gallery was originally erected as a Free Meeting House in 1821. The USM Art Gallery--Gorham campus is only open during the fall and spring semesters when hours are 12-6 p.m. on Wednesdays & Thursdays, 12-4 p.m., Friday - Sunday. Best to call ahead to confirm hours.
4. Hadlock Field
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 534 reviews
Minor League Baseball team. The Portland Sea Dogs are the Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. Come enjoy family friendly entertainment at an affordable price and see future Major League All-Stars. Former Sea Dogs players include Mookie Betts, Xander Bogaerts, Jon Lester, Dustin Pedroia, Anthony Rizzo, and many more.
Reviewed By EnjoyFreePower - New Hampshire
We had a group outing to the park over the summer. The park in just the right size, easy parking, inexpensive tickets and good viewing from anywhere in the park. We had a great time. This is a great place to bring the whole family without breaking the bank. Food is a little picey, but it is to be expected at a ballpark. However, leave your water bottles and food at home, they will confiscate them at security screening. All in all, a great time!
5. Baxter House Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By kmk415 - Gorham, Maine
The Baxter House was build in 1797 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is located directly next door to the Baxter Memorial Library. The museum collection provides an interesting window into local history. It was the birthplace of James Phinney Baxter who served six terms as mayor of Portland, Maine. It also was the home of Percival Baxter who served two terms as Governor of Maine and donated much of the land that comprises Baxter State Park.
Admission to the museum is free, although donations are accepted and encouraged. The Museum is open June through August on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am - 1:00pm. or by special appointment.
6. Mast Landing Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By CoachK2525 - Dedham, Massachusetts
Not exactly "on" Main Street so be careful with GPS. Great stouts and beer in general. Fun atmosphere and real cool staff. Great addition to beer culture in Greater Portland.
7. Casco Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 214 reviews
Ship traffic here runs the gamut from lobster boats to oil tankers and cruise lines; also look for the many photogenic lighthouses.
Reviewed By CS1Portland - Portland, Maine
The Casco bay is a very special place. Deep blue waters and a great many islands, many inhabited and worthy of your exploration. The crew are nice enough and help with your questions. There are numerous selections on the ferry schedule to choose one that fits your day schedule. Toilets on board. take some beer/wine with you to drink and enjoy. Excellent job.
8. Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By TundraJayco - Portland, Maine
We were looking for something different on a nice summer night and this was it. This is a nice track and the atmosphere was family friendly if you don't mind the roar of the engines. The racing was fun to watch and the announcers made it entertaining. Food is available but you can bring your own which is what many people did. If you have any mobility issues the bleachers are pretty step. Overall a fun evening.
9. Casco Bay Islands
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 496 reviews
An archipelago of islands off of Portland.
Reviewed By bob2bkk - Bangkok, Thailand
Take the Casco Bay Lines ferry to all the different islands, or check time for the mail drop ferry. It stops at, I believe 7 different islands, unloading and picking up cargo, cars, etc. Check my pic, for the smallest working lighthouse. The ferry is very calm, but it is windy on the water and the air is cold, even in summer, so dress accordingly. Pick up on the waterfront in Portland.
10. South Street Cemetery
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By kmk415 - Gorham, Maine
Whether you're a cemetery hound or a history buff, you'll find it worth your while to explore the historic South Street Cemetery in the village center of Gorham. There are a number of original tombstones surprisingly intact from as far back as the Revolutionary Era. Discovering family groupings, premature and impressively long life spans, and tombstone features including designs and epitaphs are just some of the activities that can be shared by young and old alike.
Here are a few of the individuals buried in this cemetery that may be of particular interest (headstone locations are given in relation to the cemetery entrance on South St.):
-Stephen (III) and Patience Longfellow, paternal grandparents of renowned ("Paul Revere's Ride", "The Song of Hiawatha", and "Evangeline") poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow--location mid-cemetery
-Dr. Nathaniel Bowman, who was killed in 1797 at age 30 by "the falling of the Meeting House of the 1st Parish in Gorham"--right rear cemetery
-Sylvester Reynolds, killed at age 29 in a circus accident. Reynolds was a clown with a circus performing in 1826. While performing a burlesque trapeze act, he fell and died from his injuries several days later. His tragic death was the cause of circuses cutting Gorham off their routes for about thirty years--left rear cemetery
The cemetery is adjacent to Phinney Park which is a small but nice green space to take a break and perhaps enjoy take-out pizza from the popular Gorham House of Pizza next to the cemetery. In any case, hopefully you will take advantage of this free and fun opportunity to learn a bit about Gorham's social history!
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