Hotels in Rockland

A mile-long granite walkway leads to Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse, where waves crash dramatically against massive stone blocks. The Farnsworth Art Museum houses an impressive collection of Wyeth family works that capture Maine's rugged soul. During the Maine Lobster Festival, the harbor fills with boats while locals debate which waterfront shack serves the freshest catch. The once-shuttered Main Street now buzzes with galleries and boutiques housed in colorfully restored buildings. Catch a film at the historic Strand Theater before boarding a Maine State Ferry to explore the islands of Penobscot Bay. The Maine Lighthouse Museum offers fascinating maritime history, while summer brings the North Atlantic Blues Festival's soulful sounds echoing across the harbor.