The Damariscotta River has always been an important resource to those who have lived and traveled along its shores. From Jefferson at the head of Damariscotta Lake to the bridge at Damariscotta and eventually on to the sea at Christmas Cove, this small but adaptable body of water has fostered a wide range of human activities. The Fishing, shipbuilding, and brickmakking industries were the first to harvest and harness the river. As these industries eventually declined and word of the scenic beauty and simple charm of the region spread, summer cottages and camps began to appear along the river's banks. Today, the Damariscotta River region is an evocation of Maine life past and present, and it remains one of the most captivating and extraordinary regions in the Northeast.
The author, Dorothy Blanchard, has spent many years exploring and preserving the history of Maine. With this fascinating pictorial history, she has created a trip into the past that will delight resident and tourist alike.
The author, Dorothy Blanchard, has spent many years exploring and preserving the history of Maine. With this fascinating pictorial history, she has created a trip into the past that will delight resident and tourist alike.
