Civil War Memorial

Historical marker location:

Bar Harbor, Maine

( Memorial is at the intersection of Mt. Desert Street (Maine Route 3) and School Street, on the right when traveling west on Mt. Desert Street.)

Marker installed: 1897

Maine has a unique lobstering tradition: Lobstering is a way of life in Maine, and it has been for generations. Lobstering was once considered a lowly profession, but now it is a highly respected and lucrative industry. Maine lobsters are renowned for their sweet flavor and are considered a delicacy around the world.