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Historical Attractions
 York is one of the most historically well-preserved and
documented towns in New England. The first European inhabitants
came in the very early 17th century. However, most preserved
buildings date from the early 18th century. We invite you to
share in our history by visiting our historical sights. For more
information about York's history, visit the
Old York Historical
Society.
The Museums of Old York are Open from June through Columbus Day
Weekend, Monday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm. Closed
Sundays. Family friendly guided and self-guided tours are
available at of the 8 museums of the
Old York
Historical Society.
York Arts & Antiques Week
September 7~13, 2008
Collaborative program led by the Museums of Old York
with support from the York Art Association, the York
Public Library and Historic New England’s Sayward
Wheeler House. Designed to celebrate our community’s
cultural heritage through a range of programs, the
week-long event will highlight our museums, art
galleries, public library and antiques shops. Featured
events include the inaugural Old York Antiques Show and
Art in the Park.
Click Here to View PDF Schedule of Events |
Old York Historical Society Museums include:
Jefferds Tavern - A 1754 restored hostelry. Visitor Center,
orientation video, tickets.
Old School House - An authentic 1745 one-room schoolhouse in
York Village Center.
Emerson-Wilcox House - Built in 1742 and has served as home
to a sea captain and his family. It later served as a tavern and
post office. Houses the
Bulman Bedhangings, the only complete set of crewel bed curtains
in North America. Guided tours 11am and 1pm. Gallery open Noon –
2pm.
The Old Gaol - The oldest public building from the
colonial era in the country! Visit the dungeons, cells and the
exhibit, “From Executions to Exhibitions.”
Ramsdell House – An ongoing preservation project of one of
Maine’s earliest homes focusing on everyday life of average
working class family. Guided tour start at Jefferds' Tavern.
Elizabeth Perkins House - A beautiful 1730 colonial revival
home and grounds at Sewalls Bridge on the York River exhibiting
collections from around the world. Guided tours 3pm and 4pm.
John Hancock Warehouse - Discover York’s seafaring past at
this local landmark located on Lindsay Road on the York River.
The George Marshall Store Gallery – contemporary art by
regional artists. Check at Visitor Center for hours and current
exhibitions.
Research Library – Housed in the Administrative Offices
(M-F, 9am-5pm). Center for local history research and
genealogical study. Thursday, Friday 9am –5pm (closed
noon – 1) and Saturday 10am to 4pm.
The Museum Shop – Featuring fine gifts, books, toys, and
souvenirs representing the museums vast collections. York
Street, center of York Village across from the Old Gaol.
Other York Area Historic Buildings:
Sayward-Wheeler House - Owned by The Society for the
Preservation of New England Antiquities. It's located off Barrell Lane on Barrell Lane Ext.
Strawberry Banke
Museum - Portsmouth, NH. – Major historical
restoration project and historically restored community museum.
Open May through October. Call 603-436-8010 for more
information.
Albacore Park, Portsmouth, NH. – Naval museum with restored
experimental submarine. Call 603-436-3680 for hours and more
information.
 John Paul Jones House, Portsmouth, NH. – A wonderful display of
colonial and post-colonial furniture and artifacts. Call
603-436-8420 for hours and more information.
Kittery Historical & Naval Museum, Kittery, ME. – Portrayal of
the history of Kittery and the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Open
June through Labor Day. Call 207-439-3080 for more information.
Wells
National Estuarine Research Reserve at Laudholm, Wells, ME. – , a 270-acre farm, wildlife, salt marsh, and picnic area.
York Harbor Inn
Coastal Route 1A (P.O. Box 573)
York Harbor ME 03911
Tel: 207-363-5119
• Fax: 207-363-7151
Reservations: 800-343-3869
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