Beaches of Wells
Long before Maine became known as Vacationland in the 1890s, Wells beckoned promoters and guests from the inland cities of New England.

Founded in 1643, Wells is the third-oldest town in Maine, but with the expansion of the railroad in the 1800s, the small beach town's tourist industry has thrived for more than a century. Miles of beach, rock-bound coast, and refreshing seabreezes beckon vacationers to return annually. In turn, Wells' economy, landscape, and development has catered to the needs of both these visitors and the year-round residents. Perhaps the beautiful landscape and pristine beaches aren't the only things keeping tourists returning year after year— Wells also holds the nickname of "the friendliest town in Maine"!

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Beaches of Wells
Long before Maine became known as Vacationland in the 1890s, Wells beckoned promoters and guests from the inland cities of New England.

Founded in 1643, Wells is the third-oldest town in Maine, but with the expansion of the railroad in the 1800s, the small beach town's tourist industry has thrived for more than a century. Miles of beach, rock-bound coast, and refreshing seabreezes beckon vacationers to return annually. In turn, Wells' economy, landscape, and development has catered to the needs of both these visitors and the year-round residents. Perhaps the beautiful landscape and pristine beaches aren't the only things keeping tourists returning year after year— Wells also holds the nickname of "the friendliest town in Maine"!

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Beaches of Wells

Beaches of Wells

by Arcadia Publishing
Beaches of Wells

Beaches of Wells

by Arcadia Publishing

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Overview

Long before Maine became known as Vacationland in the 1890s, Wells beckoned promoters and guests from the inland cities of New England.

Founded in 1643, Wells is the third-oldest town in Maine, but with the expansion of the railroad in the 1800s, the small beach town's tourist industry has thrived for more than a century. Miles of beach, rock-bound coast, and refreshing seabreezes beckon vacationers to return annually. In turn, Wells' economy, landscape, and development has catered to the needs of both these visitors and the year-round residents. Perhaps the beautiful landscape and pristine beaches aren't the only things keeping tourists returning year after year— Wells also holds the nickname of "the friendliest town in Maine"!


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780738512570
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing SC
Publication date: 06/23/2003
Series: Images of America Series
Pages: 128
Sales rank: 1,081,860
Product dimensions: 6.50(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.30(d)

About the Author

Hope M. Shelley compiled this stunning collection of images from her own archives, the Historical Society of Wells and Ogunquit, and individual contributions. A native of the area, she produced this second book on Wells with the same expertise as her first volume.
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