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Woodlawn

Rte. 172, PO Box 1478, Ellsworth, ME
207 667 8671
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Ranked #4 of 7 attractions in Ellsworth
Type: Historic Sites
Most recent review
- Jun 3, 2013
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Richmond
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81 reviews 81 reviews
32 attraction reviews
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013

Wonderful house packed with original furnishings, almost too much to take in with one visit. Hand held audio devices make it easy to tour at own pace. On Sundays have a farmers market on the back lawn

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Ellsworth, Maine
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23 reviews 23 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

I have grown up at the Black House, living right down the street as a youngster. There are awesome trails to walk, jog or ride your bike. There are even bags to clean up after your pet at the start of the trail. I have never personally toured the museum, but I have visited the gardens and they are amazing.

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Bangor, Maine
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4 reviews 4 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 10, 2012

If you're a history buff or simply love stepping back in time...Or if you're like my sister and I and adore Downton Abbey....step into Woodlawn and be transported back in time.

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Cherryfield, Maine
2 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed August 5, 2012

Bad food, and not even much at that. Five small tid-bits per person for $25 per person. Nice setting though

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Mariaville, Maine, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 attraction reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 2, 2012

A fun lace to vist especially at Christmas when they have many trees decorated. Also the afternoon teas are lovely

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Surry, Maine
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65 reviews 65 reviews
38 attraction reviews
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2012

Beautiful historic Museum. Very people friendly. Lot's of walking trails. Every Sunday morning in winter indoor farmers market.

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Ellsworth, Maine
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98 reviews 98 reviews
43 attraction reviews
60 helpful votes 60 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 22, 2011

Lots of trails to walk yourdog. Safe, Tea is served at specific times.

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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34 reviews 34 reviews
25 attraction reviews
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 16, 2010

I first went to the "Black House" (as it's known to locals) on a field trip in elementary school. I enjoyed learning about how people used to live and when I returned this year with my husband he was pleasantly surprised. It's a beautiful home, with a great tour, and large grounds.

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Kansas City, Missouri, USA
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 attraction reviews
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2010

I try to see houses everywhere I go and one that always stands out in my mind is Woodlawn in Ellsworth, ME. I don't really know what it was, but I loved it! I think a lot of it had to do with the one of the guides I had (when I went they switched a couple of times throughout... More

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Brantford Ont Can
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2009

I visited this museum 4 years ago and I am returning this summer to tour it again. I am a descendant of John Black, my great great grandmother was a Black, another family member has done extensive research to get us back to John Black and it is so very interesting to see where he lived and hear about his... More

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