Don't Let The Folklore Of Skowhegan Scare You Away From One Of Maine's Most Charming Small Towns
By Michelle|Published April 18, 2022
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Michelle has lived in many places, but counts Maine as one of the best. In addition to the smell of ocean water in the air on rainy days in Portland, she loves puppies, photography, funny people, the Maine Red Claws, traveling, fresh tomatoes, Cambodia and filling out forms. For questions, comments and inquiries please email: mstarin@onlyinyourstate.com.
When most people consider Maine, they think of coastal towns and lobster rolls. We love that this image is a fairly accurate description of what it’s like to spend time here, but there are also plenty of darker things if you enjoy the macabre! Haunted theaters and scary side streets are just a few of the things that Maine ghost stories are made of, but don’t let these things scare you too much. There’s plenty to enjoy despite the overlap and a visit to this town proves it!
Skowhegan, Maine is located right at the banks of the Kennebec River. Settled in 1771, it's also full of tons of interesting local history.
While it's certainly one of Maine's most lovely spots, it's often considered one of the most haunted towns in Maine. A big part of that reputation comes from the Strand Theater.
Employees and movie patrons report feeling the presence of a woman here. And some people even report hearing unexplained noises from behind the screen. The ghost is believed to be that of a woman who died in an apartment above the theater in the 1970s. Creepy, for sure! But not enough to skip out on experiencing the unique aesthetics of the theater. And you can't go wrong supporting the local businesses here.
You might also be familiar with the ghost stories coming out of Lake George Regional Park. Today the park is home to a summer camp where stories of strange noises, light orbs, and even the re-arranging of belongings are common.
There's so much to love about Skowhegan and we'd hate for a few silly ghost stories to keep you from visiting. Just be sure to watch your back after dark. You know, just in case.
