Join Justin on a history tour as he shares his love of the Presumpscot river and its history in the Gambo area. This series of vignettes showcases the Abenaki, Dams, Canals, Gunpowder, Slavery, The Civil War, and Railroads. It’s a lot , and all within the one mile loop that takes you from 1732 to today.
1. Wabanaki presence in the area
2. Cumberland and Oxford Canal
3. P&O Railroad
4. Gambo Hydroelectric Dam
5. Oriental Powder Co. gunpowder mill
Accessibility:
Mostly flat, mostly paved. There is a high railroad trestle so you should not be afraid of heights.
Ending Location:
We end at the same kiosk in the parking lot.
55 Partridge Lane
Gorham, Maine 04038
Gorham, Maine 04038
May 3, 2025
9:00 AM
- History & Culture
Led by:
Justin Lacroix
Duration: 90 minutes
City/Town: Gorham
County: Cumberland
Language(s): English
City/Town: Gorham
County: Cumberland
Language(s): English
