The Living Museum

The Washburn-Norlands Living History Center is a living museum and working farmstead operating under methods of the 1800’s. The entire estate is has been preserved to maintain its original splendor created by the Washburn Family. There are five original buildings including the Mansion, Library, School House, Meeting House and Carriage House.

Open by appointment for guided tours

Norlands offers a number of programs for tour groups including families and individuals. Currently we are operating under reduced hours and volunteer staffing throughout October and November. Call us at 207-897-4366 to check on availability and to possibly arrange a specific time for your group.

Guided tours may include a visit to the Washburn family home, the one room school house to experience how "scholars" of 1853 learned their lessons and a visit to the library where you meet the members of the Washburn family."

The Meeting House

The Library

The Barn

Inside the Library