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Blue Hill, Maine

Blue Hill, Maine

Culture and Coast

Overview

Blue Hill is a cultural gem on the Blue Hill Peninsula. It attracts artists, writers, and musicians. The town is famous for its pottery (using local clay), the prestigious Kneisel Hall Chamber Music Festival, and the 'Charlotte's Web' fair (Blue Hill Fair).

Key Facts

Population 2,686
Region Downeast & Acadia
County Hancock
Founded 1789
Nearest City Ellsworth (20 mins)

What Blue Hill Is Known For

Blue Hill Local Highlights

Pottery and crafts
A renowned center for ceramics, attracting artists and potters inspired by the region's natural beauty.
Blue Hill Fair
A classic 'Down to Earth' country fair celebrated for its authentic agricultural roots and E.B. White connection.
Blue Hill Mountain
Offers accessible hikes with sweeping views of the bay and Mount Desert Island.
Chamber music
Home to the Kneisel Hall Chamber Music Festival, a summer tradition for classical music lovers.

Things to Do

1
Hike Blue Hill Mountain for bay views
Reach the summit for a panoramic vista of the peninsula and Acadia in the distance.
2
Visit local pottery studios (like Rackliffe)
Watch potters at work and buy unique, handmade ceramics using local clay.
3
Attend the Blue Hill Fair (Labor Day weekend)
Experience the fair that inspired E.B. White's 'Charlotte's Web'.
4
Browse the Blue Hill Public Library
Visit this architectural gem and community hub.
5
Shop at the Blue Hill Co-op
Find local foods and goods in this vibrant community market.

Living in Blue Hill

Blue Hill is affluent and educated, with a strong focus on the arts and sustainable living. It has a very active community and excellent local food.

Weather & Seasons

summer

Pleasant, 70-80°F

winter

Cold, 20-35°F

spring

Cool, 45-55°F

fall

Stunning, 50-65°F

Local Wildlife & Nature

Deer Bald Eagles Fox

How to Get There

Blue Hill is about 20 minutes south of Ellsworth via Route 172. It is about an hour from Bangor.

Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.

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Blue Hill outline

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this where Charlotte's Web was written?

E.B. White lived in nearby Brooklin, and the Blue Hill Fair was the inspiration for the fair in the book.

Is the mountain hike hard?

There are several trails. The Osgood Trail is easy-moderate, while others are steeper. The views from the top are some of the best in the region.

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