THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
OF WELLS AND OGUNQUIT
PRESERVING THE PAST FOR TWO MAINE TOWNS
Honoring the many men and women of Wells and Ogunquit who have served their country.
One of the many beautiful ceremonies that have taken place in our Meetinghouse.
Always something to interest the youngest historians!
Honoring the many men and women of Wells and Ogunquit who have served their country.
We are Open!
Friends, THANK YOU for visiting our website. Our museum and research library are open for the season, with our hours posted at the bottom of the page. We look forward to seeing you soon!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Antique Bottles
Tuesday April 15, 6-8 pm
At the Meetinghouse
Free Admission
Join us as local bottle collector Justin Petelle presents a fascinating history of glass bottles and the local companies that used them. Free appraisals and multiple bottle raffles. Click here for details.
Book Signing
Details Coming Soon
Free Admission
We are thrilled to announce that our very own Executive Director, Bryce Waldrop, has published his first book, Sally and the Sea Serpent, and will be telling us all about it.
Introducing our New
HOUSE HISTORY SERVICE
(It makes a great gift!)
Our searchable Collections Database is now online.
We want your opinion! Please take our survey here.
Historic Weddings
Choose our beautiful and historic seaside Meetinghouse as the setting for your very special day! Affordable pricing, plenty of space, and a beautiful setting. Find out more here.
Help Save Roby Littlefield's WWI Trench Coat!
One of the dearest items in our museum is a WWI trench coat that was worn in battle in France by one of Ogunquit's own, Roby Littlefield. We recently made the unfortunate discovery that Roby's coat needs serious restoration work if it is to survive for future generations. We've set up a GoFundMe page to raise funds for the restoration. Even the smallest donation will help. Please spread the word, and help us honor Roby's service and the sacrifices of all who fought for our freedom. Thank you!
Woodies in the Cove!
Saturday Aug 9, 2025
Please support our biggest fundraiser of the year and come see us at the show! Click here for all the details.
