THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
OF WELLS AND OGUNQUIT
PRESERVING THE PAST FOR TWO MAINE TOWNS
Honoring the many men and women of Wells and Ogunquit who have served their country.
One of the many beautiful ceremonies that have taken place in our Meetinghouse.
Always something to interest the youngest historians!
Honoring the many men and women of Wells and Ogunquit who have served their country.
Welcome!
Friends, THANK YOU for visiting our website. Our museum and library are closed for the winter, but we are always available for research questions, wedding inquiries, and more, so be sure to contact us.
We look forward to seeing you in April!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Shoulder to Shoulder: Uncovering Free & Enslaved Blacks Who Served in the Revolution
Saturday February 28, 3-4 pm
At the Meetinghouse
Free Admission
$5 Suggested Donation
Join us as we explore the roles people of color played in the American Revolution in a program presented by Vana Carmona and Kathy Ostrander Roberts. Click here for details.
Q&A with Historian
Dr. Alan Taylor
Monday, March 30, 7 pm
Free Program on Zoom
Join us for an American Revolution Question & Answer session with historian and author Dr. Alan Taylor, winner of the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award. Details coming soon. Save the date!
America at 250: Wells & Ogunquit During the Revolution
This year marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, and we are commemorating this moment in American history by exploring the Revolutionary War experience in Maine. Through our upcoming special exhibit, historical vignettes, and public programs, we will illustrate local experiences and delve further into the American story.
Introducing our New
HOUSE HISTORY SERVICE
(It makes a great gift!)
Our searchable Collections Database is now online.
We want your opinion! Please take our survey here.
Historic Weddings
Choose our beautiful and historic seaside Meetinghouse as the setting for your very special day! Affordable pricing, plenty of space, and a beautiful setting. Find out more here.
