About Islesford Historical Museum
The Islesford Historical Museum is expected to reopen in 2021 showcasing both the upgrades and a community-curated exhibit helping to tell the stories of the Cranberry Isles.
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Islesford Historical Museum
Islesford, Maine · Hancock County · Facility
The Islesford Historical Museum is expected to reopen in 2021 showcasing both the upgrades and a community-curated exhibit helping to tell the stories of the Cranberry Isles.
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Weather at Islesford Historical Museum
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Fog
61°/54°
💧 1%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:30 AM ↓ 6:13 PM
Fri
Drizzle
68°/58°
💧 11%🌬 13mph
↑ 6:32 AM ↓ 6:11 PM
Sat
Overcast
65°/49°
🌬 12mph
↑ 6:33 AM ↓ 6:09 PM
Sun
Overcast
57°/44°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
↑ 6:34 AM ↓ 6:08 PM
Mon
Light Drizzle
63°/45°
💧 15%🌬 16mph
↑ 6:35 AM ↓ 6:06 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
Accessible only by boat, Islesford Historical Museum is located to the left of the Town Pier in Islesford.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Islesford Historical Museum
Heading to Islesford Historical Museum? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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