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Historic Rangeley

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Historic Rangeley preserves the Rangeley region’s history and engages the public through its museums, collections, programs, exhibits, and events.

We operate the Outdoor Heritage Museum in Oquossoc and the Rangeley History Museum in Rangeley, Maine.

10/21/2026

As we wrap up another great season at the Outdoor Heritage Museum, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited, supported, and helped make this year so special!

We’re excited about the future of Historic Rangeley and all the wonderful things ahead. There’s lots happening behind the scenes, so be sure to stay tuned for sneak peeks of exciting projects, special updates, and pop-up events throughout the off-season!

We’re also thrilled about the energy and enthusiasm our team is bringing into this next chapter. Our new Executive Director, Jim Brown, is already bringing fresh energy and excitement to the museum. Tom Evergreen, our Curator, will be working on some fantastic projects to continue preserving and sharing Rangeley’s rich outdoor heritage. And Ashley Greene, our Operations Assistant, will continue working her magic to keep everything running smoothly!

We can’t wait to share what’s in store and look forward to another exciting chapter for Historic Rangeley. Thank you for being part of our story! ❤️

Stay tuned — the best is yet to come! 🌲🎣

10/15/2026

Come visit the Outdoor Heritage Museum in Oquossoc before the regular season ends on Sunday, October 18!

This Saturday and Sunday, 10/17 & 10/18, Members receive 20% OFF in the Museum Store!

Open today through Sunday 10AM-4PM

10/10/2026

In recognition of Indigenous People's Day, come into the Outdoor Heritage Museum and learn about the First People of Rangeley. Did you know that Rangeley has been known to indigenous peoples as a rich hunting and fishing ground for thousands of years? In fact, the first people that walked this land nearly 13,000 years ago left evidence of a hunting encampment in the Magalloway River Valley. The Vail Site, excavated in 1980 on the shore of Lake Aziscohos, uncovered over 4,000 stone tools and hunting implements that were used by these Paleoamericans to kill caribou and other game.

Open Weds-Sun, 10am-4pm
The Outdoor Heritage Museum season ends on 10/18!

10/08/2026

THIS WEEKEND 10/10-10/11 Enjoy 10% off in the Outdoor Heritage Museum store! Members receive 20% off! And don't forget to bring the kids for a fun scavenger hunt adventure through the museum!

Admission to the Museum's Exhibits:
Adults: $10
Veterans: $8
Children 12 & Under: FREE
Active Duty Military: FREE
Members: FREE

10/05/2026

Please welcome Jim Brown of Rangeley as Historic Rangeley's next Executive Director! Jim takes the reins from Michelle Landry, who steps down from her role later this month. Read more at https://historicrangeley.org/news

09/18/2026

FYI! Tomorrow, Saturday 9/19, is the LAST DAY to purchase raffle tickets! Winning tickets will be drawn tomorrow at the end of the day!

All proceeds support Historic Rangeley's mission.

09/17/2026

This Saturday, September 19 from 10am to 4pm is the FALL FESTIVAL at the Outdoor Heritage Museum in Oquossoc! This is the last festival of our season. So don't miss it!

08/27/2026

Vote for the Outdoor Heritage Museum for the BEST MUSEUM in Franklin County! Voting period is Friday, Aug. 14 – Sunday, Sep. 6. Vote daily! 🗳️

VOTE HERE: https://www.sunjournal.com/2026/07/01/greater-franklin-county-readers-choice-2026/ #/gallery?group=552515

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

08/22/2026

🐟🎉NEW in the Outdoor Heritage Museum's gift shop!

Rangeley’s Favorite Earrings
Handmade locally by artist Liz Thompson.
Celebrate Rangeley’s rich fly-fishing heritage with these unique, one-of-a-kind earrings inspired by the legendary fly tyer Carrie Stevens.
Each design captures the distinctive colors and character of her iconic streamers, transformed into a beautiful wearable work of art.

08/18/2026

Mark your calendar! Historic Rangeley is hosting its second Evening at the Museum of the season!

Friday, August 28, 2026 at 6:30PM
at the Outdoor Heritage Museum

George Henry Haynes (1835-1912): The Man and His Rangeley Lakes Guidebooks presented by William B. Krohn

Historian William B. Krohn will share his fascinating research on George H. Haynes, a successful lumberman and general merchant in Winn, Maine. Supported by advertisers and Maine’s early railroads, Haynes traveled throughout Maine in the late 19th century selling advertisements in his exceptionally well-illustrated booklets that featured specific cities, hotels, and railroads serving a selected region. Between 1885 and 1899, Haynes published almost 60 titles primarily promoting Maine tourism (a few titles included New England resorts outside of Maine). His 78-page booklet entitled Sportsmen's Paradise: Rangeley Lakes, Parmachenee, Kennebago, and Seven Ponds via Boston & Maine Railroad, Maine Central Railroad, and Sandy River Railroad was one of his most successful booklets, being issued in seven editions. This presentation compares Haynes’s guidebooks to other, more widely known western Maine guidebooks. Although seldom cited today, students of Maine tourism and Maine’s outdoor history should consider Haynes’ guidebooks as ‘must use’ information sources.

Doors open at 6PM. Enjoy complimentary beverages and self-guided tours of the museum before the presentation.

$10 non-members / FREE for members

Space is limited - please register in advance here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/a2mat5f

Address

8 Rumford Road
Rangeley, ME
04970

Opening Hours

Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+12078643091

Website

https://historicrangeley.org/

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