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Wells

Stubborn courage may have been at the heart of Wells' survival. For 2 days in 1692, 15 soldiers ensconced in the Joseph Storer House repulsed the attacks of 500 Indians and French. The house, south on US 1, still stands as a private home and business.

Wells remained primarily a fishing and farming center until the “discovery” of Wells Beach, Laudholm Beach and Drakes Island Beach by vacationers in the early 20th century. Since then visitors have thronged to the 7-mile-long strand to sun, swim and just relax. The town also is a popular shopping center with a variety of stores, shops and factory outlets.

Visitor Centers

Wells Chamber of Commerce 136 Post Rd. Wells, ME 04054. Phone:(207)646-2451

Things to Do

Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve / Wells Reserve at Laudholm

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