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Introduction to Winslow, Maine
Winslow, Maine, in Kennebec county, is 68 miles NE of Portland, Maine and 167 miles NE of Boston, Massachusetts. There are an estimated 7,743 people in the town.
Winslow History
The original settlers of Winslow were the colonists from Plymouth Colony. Some descendants of the early settlers still live in Winslow. It was named after General John Winslow, who supervised the building of Fort Halifax. General Winslow was a descendent of Edward Winslow who established the town of Marshfield after arriving on the Mayflower. Early routes for food and good transportation were provided by the Sebasticook and Kennebec rivers.
Winslow and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Winslow
The Maine State Museum is a major attraction for tourists. The Lake Saint George State Park and the Winslow Memorial Park come with a wide variety of recreational facilities. The Fort Halifax State Historic Site is a major tourist attraction. One can also stroll by the Sebasticook River and the Pattee Pond, which is quite a relaxing experience.
Winslow Transportation
Bangor International Airport is nearby.
Winslow Higher Education
Higher education can be pursued at the University of Maine at Augusta, the University of Maine at Farmington, the University of Maine and Saint Joseph’s College.
Winslow strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maine):
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| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Comparing Winslow to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maine (State):
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