Originally Called “Eden” - Bar Harbor, Maine
Bar Harbor was initially incorporated in 1796 as the Town of Eden, after Sir Richard Eden, and English statesman and in 1918 changed the name to Bar Harbor. The new name came from the expansive sandbar that appears during low tide. Once a retreat for wealthy families, the Great Depression and a historic fire in 1947 took its toll on the area.
Today the eclectic small town hosts summer and fall visitors, some visiting nearby Arcadia National Park. It is the largest town on Mount Desert Island and is known for its natural beauty, celebrity residents and delicious lobster rolls.
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What you should know:
Restrooms are available.
You could spend a couple of hours to an entire day here.
This is a walkable town.
On the street parking is available; check posted parking regulations signs.
There are a few restaurant options.
