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Old Fort Western

Augusta, ME
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Ranked #10 of 12 attractions in Augusta
4.0 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Description: Home of one of the country's longest surviving wooden military buildings, which dates to the 1700's.
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Somersworth
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012

Great place to visit with the family especially during the summer.

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chelsea,me
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 December 2011

needs a littel work but do do a good job on the history.great for kids

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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2011

Unfortunately the fort was closed but we got to walk around it and see how they were made.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2002
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Old Fort Western, located in the heart of Augusta, ME is one of the oldest remaining forts in the US. Located at a strategic point along the Kennebec river, Fort Western was used as a supply depot from Boston to points further upriver. The staff of the attraction dress in period costume and work throughout the day with implements of... More

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