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Preserving, Protecting, and Promoting Bangor’s History Since 1864.


Welcome to the
Bangor Historical Society
Bangor, Maine, has a powerful past filled with heartwarming stories, commanding personalities, and influential events that shaped the Queen City as we know it.
Exhibits
Explore Bangor’s history through digital collections.
Membership
Preserve. Protect. Promote. Join our Community and support local history.
Tours
Our Historic Walking Tours tell the tales of the Bangor Region and its people.
The Thomas A. Hill House is open for the season. Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm.

Upcoming Events & Tours
Home to Bangor’s Official Historic Tours. Our Historic Walking Tours tell the tales of the Bangor Region and its people. Led by guides who have a passion for the Queen City’s history, you’ll learn little-known facts and details that will open your eyes to pieces of the past. Private tours are available for organizations, parties and/or other groups. Check out our Tour and Events pages for more information!
Events
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
Thomas A. Hill House 159 Union Street, Bangor, ME, United StatesThe Bangor Historical Society’s Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour features tales of unsolved mysteries, murder, and energies that may still linger in the Queen City. Tours stroll through the streets of […]
Sold Out $12.00 -
Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
Thomas A. Hill House 159 Union Street, Bangor, ME, United StatesThe Bangor Historical Society’s Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour features tales of unsolved mysteries, murder, and energies that may still linger in the Queen City. Tours stroll through the streets of […]
Sold Out $12.00 -
Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
Thomas A. Hill House 159 Union Street, Bangor, ME, United StatesThe Bangor Historical Society’s Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour features tales of unsolved mysteries, murder, and energies that may still linger in the Queen City. Tours stroll through the streets of […]
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
Thomas A. Hill House 159 Union Street, Bangor, ME, United StatesThe Bangor Historical Society’s Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour features tales of unsolved mysteries, murder, and energies that may still linger in the Queen City. Tours stroll through the streets of […]
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
Thomas A. Hill House 159 Union Street, Bangor, ME, United StatesThe Bangor Historical Society’s Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour features tales of unsolved mysteries, murder, and energies that may still linger in the Queen City. Tours stroll through the streets of […]
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
Thomas A. Hill House 159 Union Street, Bangor, ME, United StatesThe Bangor Historical Society’s Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour features tales of unsolved mysteries, murder, and energies that may still linger in the Queen City. Tours stroll through the streets of […]
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
Thomas A. Hill House 159 Union Street, Bangor, ME, United StatesThe Bangor Historical Society’s Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour features tales of unsolved mysteries, murder, and energies that may still linger in the Queen City. Tours stroll through the streets of […]
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Darker Mount Hope Cemetery Tour October 23rd
Mount Hope Cemetery 1048 State Street, Bangor, Bangor, Maine, United StatesExplore Bangor's historic Mount Hope Cemetery at night during the Bangor Historical Society’s Darker Mount Hope Cemetery Tour, Friday and Saturday, October 23 & 24, 2026. As the night deepens […]
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History in Focus:Â The Brady Gang Shootout
Thomas A. Hill House 159 Union Street, Bangor, ME, United StatesJoin us for a one-time only event on Saturday, October 24th at 10am. The morning will begin with a meeting inside the Thomas A. Hill House, where we will examine […]
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Darker Mount Hope Cemetery Tour Oct 24th
Mount Hope Cemetery 1048 State Street, Bangor, Bangor, Maine, United StatesExplore Bangor's historic Mount Hope Cemetery at night during the Bangor Historical Society’s Darker Mount Hope Cemetery Tour, Friday and Saturday, October 23 & 24, 2026. As the night deepens […]