- The list below includes 93 free or cheap things to do in or near Gardiner, Maine, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Piers & Boardwalks, Scenic Railroads, History Museums and Movie Theaters.
- From Gardiner Waterfront to Kennebec River Rail Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gardiner and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Brunswick, Augusta, Bath and Damariscotta.
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Bates College Museum of Art is an art museum that has well-lit exhibits such as acrylic paintings, photography, pottery, India ink drawings, and sculpture, among others. Right across is the Ware Street Inn.
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Bridge Street and Mill Street, Topsham, ME 04011
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Originally constructed in 1892, wire rope constructed Androscoggin Swinging Bridge connects Topsham and Brunswick. Walk across the river on this pedestrian swinging bridge with a park and shopping on both sides.
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Eveningstar Cinema is a single screen movie theater that airs mainstream and independent films. The theater is locally owned and operated and is available for hosting birthday parties and other group events.
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Established in 1978, Railroad Square Cinema is a three screen independent movie theater. They showcase a range of independent films. Railroad Square Cinema was saluted by the Sundance Film Institute.
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Step back into history by visiting Boothbay Railway Village. At the village, visitors can visit a 13 building historic village, see many antique cars, and ride on a steam train.
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To enjoy the unique display of textile art, visitors check out the Pejepscot Historical Society. Exhibits include pieces reflecting local history events and an array of other collections that rotate.
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Showcasing the Brunswick area, the Pejepscot Museum features rotating exhibits on a variety of local history from a 50,000-piece inventory of photographs and artifacts. The museum is open year round and is adjacent to the Skolfield-Whittier House.
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Established in 1862, the Skolfield-Whittier House is a historical museum that is open from Memorial Day to Columbus Day. The museum offers free admission to children under the age of 5.
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200 Lisbon St., Lewiston, ME
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Visitors can enjoy a variety of cultural programming and resources at the Marsden Hartley Cultural Center / Lewiston Public Library. The featured cultural activities include films, concerts, lectures, dance programs, and coffeehouses.
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Museum LA serves a tribute to the social, economic, and technological history and legacy of Lewiston-Auburn and its community. The museum offers a variety of exhibits, programs, and special events like the current exhibit on the local music industry.