This historic shipbuilding city is set along the long reach of the Kennebec River. The compact downtown district on the waterfront has lovingly preserved 19th century architecture, with brick sidewalks lining pedestrian-friendly Front and Centre Streets…the perfect place for an afternoon of exploring Bath’s diverse shops, boutiques, galleries, and restaurants.

Located at the head of the Phippsburg and Georgetown peninsulas, Bath is also perfectly positioned as a jumping off place for a day at the beach, hiking trails, fishing or deep-water sailing.

September’s Top Ten reasons to visit Bath:

1. Lighthouses - Open Lighthouse Day, September 12th, will include the Kennebec River’s Doubling Point and Squirrel Point lights, and Seguin Light at the mouth of the Kennebec, open to the public between 9am – 3pm. Tours from the Maine Maritime Museum and charter boats are available, or come by land from the end of Doubling Point and Bald Head roads in Arrowsic. FMI www.lighthouseday.com
2. The Weather! – Seasonal is sunny skies and daytime highs in the 60’s and 70’s.
   
3. The Foliage - Even before they start to turn, the over 20,000 trees that grace Bath’s streets and parks add color and beauty to Bath, a designated “Tree City USA”. FMI www.cityofbath.com/bath_forestry.html
4. Historic Architecture – Take an ipod- or map-guided walking or driving tour of Bath’s historic mansions, homes and public buildings. Maps and ipods are available at the Bath Visitors Center, Now You’re Cooking and area B&B’s; or download to your own ipod. Click here for a link to download. FMI-www.sagadahocpreservation.org.
5. Music – The Chocolate Church Arts Center‘s fall season opens with Jonathan Edwards on September 12th and Celtic music by Dervish on September 18th. FMI – www.chocolatechurcharts.org
   
6. Shipbuilding – Visit the historic Percy & Small Shipyard at the Maine Maritime Museum, or take a behind-the-scenes tour from the museum of the Bath Iron Works to see how big ships are built today. The Boston Globe touts these ‘not to be missed’ trolley tours. FMI – www.mainemaritimemuseum.org
7. Art Galleries – Tour open artist’s studios and galleries during Bath’s “3rd Friday Artwalks” . Open studio listings and maps available at Bath City Hall, 5-7pm, Friday, September 18th. FMI – www.fiveriversartsalliance.org
8. Farmers Market – Select from fresh local produce including fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, bread, pastries, cheeses, yogurt, cut flowers, plantings, soaps, yarns and fleeces. Saturday mornings, 8:30am – 12:30pm at Waterfront Park on Commercial Street.
9. Shopping – Browse downtown for Clothing, Jewelry, Antiques, Books, Home Furnishings and Decor, Kitchenware, Made in Maine gifts…there’s more to Bath!
10. Dining – Enjoy casual or fine dining in charming settings. Whether in a historic building or on the waterfront, Bath’s restaurants continue to attract top-notch chefs.

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