Kennebunkport's Walk ThroughTime, A Guided Tour Through the Historic District.

This iconic walking tour explores how Kennebunkport grew into a thriving coastal community and its role in the history of Maine. The walk begins at Dock Square where you step into the past and discover the town as a historic fishing village and booming shipbuilding center. Stroll along Maine Street passing homes of shipbuilders merchants philanthropists and artists from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Along the way local guides share engaging stories that reveal daily life traditions and the people who shaped the town. You will also learn about early Native American settlers who hunted gathered and later enjoyed the rich seashore filled with fish crabs clams and lobsters.

Continue the journey by uncovering how Kennebunkport and Cape Porpoise received their names and how Poor Arundel transformed into one of the wealthiest towns in Maine. Hear about the busy shipbuilding era and the Customs House that reflected growing trade and prosperity. Walk past scenic gardens and elegant sea captains homes while enjoying views that capture the charm of the coastline. The tour concludes back at Dock Square completing a relaxed walk through history and leaving you with a deeper appreciation of the town heritage and culture.