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Park Service site · Maine

Maine Acadian Culture

Park Service site in Maine. No entrance fee.

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TypePark Service site
StateMaine
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkAcadia (201 mi)
Closest airportPQI (47 mi)
Scenic view of Acadian Village
Scenic view of Acadian Village Photo: NPS Photo

Maine Acadian Culture is a park service site run by the National Park Service in Maine.

In the park service’s words

Maine Acadians share beliefs and experiences tying them to a common religion, languages, and history. The St. John River, land, and family are essential to their culture. The National Park Service supports the Maine Acadian Heritage Council, an association of historical societies, cultural clubs, towns, and museums that work together to support Maine Acadian culture in the St. John Valley.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Open 24 hours, every day. Maine Acadian Culture is a collection of sites dealing with Acadian history and culture. The National Park Service does not operate any sites as part of Maine Acadian Culture. Many of the attractions in the St. John Valley are privately operated by non-profit organizations that are part of the Maine Acadian Heritage Council.

Getting there

The Saint John Valley is located in northern Aroostook County, Maine, 200 miles north of Bangor at the northern terminus of ME 1. It is best reached by private vehicle. From Interstate 95, use exits at Sherman or Smyrna Mills for Route 11 to Fort Kent, or the exit at Houlton for U.S. Route 1 North.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
Presque Isle International Airport (PQI) Presque Isle, ME No road route 47 Regional
Bangor International Airport (BGR) Bangor, ME No road route 169 Regional
Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport (BHB) Bar Harbor, ME No road route 194 Regional
Portland International Jetport (PWM) Portland, ME No road route 263 Large hub

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Visitor centers

  • Acadian Archives/Archives Acadiennes: Mon 8:00AM - 4:30PM; Tue 8:00AM - 4:30PM; Wed 8:00AM - 4:30PM; Thu 7:00AM - 4:30PM; Fri 8:00AM - 4:30PM; Sat Closed; Sun Closed. The archives are closed between 12 and 1 pm Monday-Friday. Additional hours may be available by appointment.
  • Fort Kent Historical Society: Mon Closed; Tue Closed; Wed Closed; Thu Closed; Fri 1:00PM - 4:00PM; Sat 1:00PM - 4:00PM; Sun 1:00PM - 4:00PM. Hours for June 20-September 1, 2025
  • [Allagash Historical Society/Museum](): Mon Closed; Tue Closed; Wed Closed; Thu Closed; Fri Closed; Sat 12:00PM - 12:00PM; Sun 12:00PM - 5:00PM. Hours for May 3-September 1, 2025
  • [Association Culturelle et Historique du Mont-Carmel](): Mon 12:00PM - 4:00PM; Tue 12:00PM - 4:00PM; Wed 12:00PM - 4:00PM; Thu 12:00PM - 4:00PM; Fri 12:00PM - 4:00PM; Sat Closed; Sun 12:00PM - 4:00PM. Hours for June 15-August 15, 2025
  • [Héritage Vivant/Acadian Village](): Daily, 12:00PM - 5:00PM. Hours for June 13-September 14, 2025

Weather

Located in remote northern Maine, Aroostook County experiences all four seasons. Summers temperatures average highs near 75° F (23° C) while winter temperatures average lows often below 0° F (-17° C). Snow falls typically from November through April and averages well over 100 inches of snow per winter.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Acadia, about 201 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Maine Acadian Culture?

No entrance fee.

Where is Maine Acadian Culture?

In Maine. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Presque Isle International Airport, about 47 miles away.

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