Visitor's Guide 2015

well represented in these cute little towns. Charming main streets look particularly picturesque in the fall, when the leaves begin to change color. Another amazing attraction is Eartha , the world’s largest rotating and revolv- ing globe, located at the DeLorme headquarters in Yarmouth. Finally, after you spend some time admiring this supersized globe, head out to Gilsland Farm, an Audubon nature center in Falmouth where you can see earth’s bounty close-up. It’s the perfect way to connect with the environ- ment before heading back into town for a hot coffee or local brew. Famous for shopping , there is much more to F REEPORT than the bargains found at the outlets (though you really can’t beat the deals). Home of famous outdoor retailer L.L.Bean, it makes perfect sense that the area is rich with natural beauty, • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

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Photo: Alan LaValle, Yarmouth Harbor

the best of the ocean’s bounty, visit Yarmouth during the third week in July, when the annual Clam Festival takes over the town center. The family-friendly event features plenty of clams and chowders, as well as amusement rides for the kids. While we’re on the subject of events, there is also a great town fair in Cumberland. One of Maine’s largest

agricultural fairs, it’s a very cool way to learn about the farmland culture, which played a huge part in the for- mation of this community, as you chow down on some delicious fair- ground food. Missed the fest? No worries, there are plenty of places to eat and shop open year-round. Antiques are particularly

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