A historic and picturesque village, Brunswick mixes New England charm with a thriving arts and entertainment culture. Visitors can explore numerous ethnically-diverse restaurants, distinctive retail shops, the beautiful campus of Bowdoin College, summer musical theater, a year-round Farmers Market, and cultural offerings at the Town’s many theaters, galleries, museums, and community events—nearly all in walking distance of the vibrant downtown.
Click here to view or download the Downtown Brunswick Map.
Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust & Brunswick Parks & Recreation – Brunswick Outdoors: Outdoor Recreation and Open Spaces map & brochure
Androscoggin River Bicycle Path – for walking and biking, recipient of the East Coast Greenway Alliance rail of Merit Award
Swinging Bridge – originally built in 1892 for workers walking from the Topsham Heights neighborhood to Cabot Mill in Brunswick and was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places January 2004.
Mere Point Boat Launch –access to northern Casco Bay and the Maine Island Trail
Historic Town Commons Trails – 71 acres of wooded park with trails and picnic areas.
Maquoit Bay Conservation Lands – a 124-acre preserve featuring woodlands, salt marsh, and clam flats.
Cox Pinnacle Trails and Crystal Spring Farm Trails
Information for parks and recreation programs and more can be found at www.brunswickme.org and www.btlt.org.
Bowdoin International Music Festival
Joshua L. Chamberlain Museum and Pejepscot History Center
Bowdoin College Museum of Art and Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum
Brunswick Naval Museum & Memorial Gardens
The Brunswick Downtown Association hosts a variety of family-friendly community events throughout the year including Music on the Mall, the Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival, Earlybird Sale & Bed Races, Holiday Tree Lighting, and more! View our ‘Events’ tab to learn more about our events and the events our members are hosting!
With four seasons to enjoy, our parks, public spaces and programs boast endless opportunities for residents and visitors to live an active lifestyle offering a wide variety of options for people of all ages in diverse settings. Our common spaces range from lush places for play, parks, wooded trails, river access, and a gateway to the beautiful islands of Casco Bay.
Find additional Information at:
Brunswick Parks & Recreation Department: 207.725.6656
Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust: 207.729.7694
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