Penobscot County, Administrative division in Maine, United States
Penobscot County spans 3,557 square miles across northeastern Maine, containing mountains, rivers, forests, and the urban center of Bangor.
The county was established from a portion of Hancock County in 1816, when Maine was still part of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
The region preserves strong connections to the Penobscot Native American tribe, reflected in local place names and historical landmarks.
County Commissioner meetings occur on the first and third Tuesday monthly at 97 Hammond Street in Bangor, starting at 9:00 AM EST.
East Turner Mountain stands as the highest point in the county at 2,456 feet, positioned adjacent to Baxter State Park.
Location: Maine
Inception: 1816
Capital city: Bangor
Shares border with: Piscataquis County, Aroostook County, Washington County, Hancock County, Waldo County, Somerset County
Website: http://penobscot-county.net
GPS coordinates: 45.17193,-68.72247
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:47
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