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Oceanarium

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Oceanarium is actually three small museums, two in Bar Harbor, and one across the street from Beal's in Southwest Harbor. A favorite attraction for children, the museum provides visitors of all ages with an opportunity to see resident harbor seals in a 50,000-gallon tank and explore the Maine coastal ecosysytem through special Thomas Bay Marsh Walks.

The Oceanarium is also home to the Maine Lobster Museum, which provides a look at the Maine lobster industry; the museum features trap-making d emonstrations and a visit aboard a lobster boat with licensed Maine lobstermen available to answer questions. Open Monday-Saturday, June-October.

Location: Route 3, Bar Harbor Maine 04609 Telephone 207-288-5005

Other History nearby:
(Bangor) Bangor Historical Society Museum
(Machias) Burnham Tavern Museum
(Burley) Cassia County Historical Museum
(Ellsworth) Colonel Black Mansion
(Bucksport) Fort Knox
(Machiasport) Gates House

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