NEW SWEDEN HISTORIC VILLAGE

NEW SWEDEN, ME

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New Sweden Historic Village is a quaint and charming destination located in the town of New Sweden, Maine. The village is known for its rich history and cultural significance, as it was settled by Swedish immigrants in the mid-19th century. Today, visitors can explore the village and experience what life was like for early Swedish settlers in Maine.

The village is made up of several historic buildings, including a church, schoolhouse, and general store. Each building has been carefully preserved and restored to its original condition, providing visitors with a unique glimpse into the past. In addition to the buildings, there are also several outdoor exhibits that showcase traditional Swedish farming techniques and equipment.

One of the highlights of the village is the Swedish Colony Museum, which houses a collection of artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of the Swedish settlement in Maine. Visitors can learn about the challenges faced by early settlers, as well as the cultural traditions and practices that they brought with them from Sweden.

Overall, New Sweden Historic Village is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in history or culture. With its well-preserved buildings and educational exhibits, it offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience life as it was lived by Maine's early Swedish settlers.

NEW SWEDEN HISTORIC VILLAGE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NEW SWEDEN ME. US MID #8402300036

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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NEW SWEDEN HISTORIC VILLAGE
116 STATION RD
NEW SWEDEN
ME
04762

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NEW SWEDEN HISTORIC VILLAGE Information

MID # 8402300036
Name NEW SWEDEN HISTORIC VILLAGE
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 46.941984, -68.119188
CODES FIPS State Code: 23
FIPS County Code: 003
US Census Tract: 950100
US Census Block: 3080