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New Gloucester, Maine History, Genealogy and Trivia

New Gloucester, home of Hyacinth Hodgman's frozen custard stand, is known as the leader in the frozen custard world.


The last active Shaker community in the nation is at Sabbathday Lake in New Gloucester.


The first shoes made in Maine were made in New Gloucester, in 1850, where shoes were made by hand and hemlock bark was used to tan leather.


What is the most beautiful or interesting NATURAL attraction in or near New Gloucester, Maine and why?

Right down the road from Thompson's Apple Orchard, the is a view you would typically find on the top of mountains. While I can't nearly put its beauty into words, it's a must see when travelling through New Gloucester - John H

 

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