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The Bar Harbor Historical Society is a cultural center and “must see” destination on Mount Desert Island. The Society welcomes residents and visitors alike to discover the past in order to help understand the present, and to take pride in community connections.
Bar Harbor Historical is a dynamic center for research, dialogue, and learning where stories are told through multiple media. The Scoeity offers a living museum, filled with events and programs. It is a place of smiles, wonder, and imagination.
In addition to items on display in the Society's museum an impressive array of historical material is held in collections behind the scenes in the historic summer residence. The Bar Harbor Historical Society Online Archive offers a window into items on display and in storage.
