Stanwood Wildlife Sanctuary & Homestead

The Stanwood Wildlife Museum and Sanctuary is the home and birthplace of Cordelia J. Stanwood, a pioneer Ornithologist Photographer, set within a 185-acre Sanctuary. Cordie’s 19th century home, fit with orginial furnishings tells the rare tale of a brilliant and successful woman in the early 20th century. This highly personalized tour, free of charge, occours from June through September, 7 days a week.

Getting There & Details

Address
Rt. 3 289 High St.
Phone
207-667-8460
Website
www.ohwy.com/me/s/stanwood.htm
Map
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