Get to know the historic landscape of the Maine Forest & Logging Museum with our detailed site map. Each numbered location on the map corresponds with the descriptions below.
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Buildings & Structures
Upper Campus
A. Visitor’s Center
Built in 2013 in memory of Al Leighton, this space houses the Grady Machine Shop and the Museum's Lombard collection.
B. Chainsaw Exhibit
Step into a collection that traces the history of chainsaws and their role in shaping Maine’s logging industry.
C. Sled Pavilion
Before tractors and trucks took over, logging sleds ruled the frozen forest roads. Learn how these simple, powerful rigs moved millions of board feet across the North Woods.
D. 1920s Saw Mill Complex
Includes the rotary sawmill and shingle mill, donated by the Ray Harvile family and built by Hackett and Witham.
E. Gift Shop
Pick up handmade items from local artists. Snacks, water, and bug spray are also available.
F. Caretaker’s Cabin
A private, off-grid home for seasonal volunteer caretakers.
G. Smokehouse
See how cedar and pine shingles were made using historic equipment.
H. Settler's Cabin
See how Maine’s early trappers and pioneers lived off the land. This hand-built log home captures the spirit and challenges of life on the frontier.
I. Fish Ladder
Discover how a simple yet effective fish ladder supports alewife migration and connects the museum to Maine’s ecological heritage.
Lower Campus
J. Leonard’s Mill
Working replica of an early water-powered sawmill on the banks of Blackman Stream.
K. Pit Saw
Before sawmills, early Maine timber was sawn by hand using pit saws.
L. Amphitheater
M. Bean Hole Bean Area
Don’t miss this Maine tradition—beans slow-cooked underground for 24 hours. Served during events.
N. Pole Barn
O. Blacksmith Shop
Restored smithy that once served as the industrial heart of frontier villages. Join us for live demos and workshops!
P. Hovel
Temporary barn for oxen or horses. Sometimes doubled as housing for lumber workers or new settlers.
Q. Sawyer House & Garden
Explore 19th-century homesteading life through the Sawyer House’s traditional architecture, spinning equipment, and heritage garden.
R. Bateaux Shelter
Explore the story of the batteau—handcrafted boats that served as vital guides for log drives down Maine’s rivers during the height of the logging era.
Trails & Outdoor Features
1. Go Back Trail (H.C. Accessible, 15 min.)
2. Nature Trail (30 min.)
3. Blue Trail (60 min.)
4. Tree Trail (15 min.)
Help Bring History to Life!
Volunteers are the heart of the museum. Whether you're lending a hand at events, guiding visitors through exhibits, or maintaining our historic grounds, your time and energy help keep Maine's logging legacy alive for future generations.
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