Deer Isle, Coastal town in Hancock County, Maine.
The town extends across an island in Penobscot Bay, featuring granite cliffs, pine forests, and numerous small private islands along its shoreline.
Incorporated in 1789, Deer Isle supplied granite for major structures including the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and Arlington National Cemetery during the 19th century.
The Haystack Mountain School of Crafts and Stonington Opera House maintain the town's strong connection to traditional arts, crafts, and performing arts.
The town connects to mainland Maine through a suspension bridge built in 1939, allowing year-round access for residents and visitors.
Local granite from Deer Isle was used by sculptor Cabot Lyford to create the seven-ton masterwork 'Life Force.'
Location: Hancock County
Inception: 1789
Elevation above the sea: 0 m
GPS coordinates: 44.22389,-68.67750
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:10
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