

Join us for the 71st Annual Maine Potato Blossom Festival
July 14 - 22, 2018
Sat, July 14
Chess Tournament
Sun, July 15
Snowmobile Club Breakfast
Fort Fairfield High School Alumni Social
Hymn Sing
Mon, July 16
Pre-Teen & Teen Miss Maine Potato Queen Pageant
New events are being added. Check back frequently!
July 14 - 22, 2018
Sat, July 14
Chess Tournament
Sun, July 15
Snowmobile Club Breakfast
Fort Fairfield High School Alumni Social
Hymn Sing
Mon, July 16
Pre-Teen & Teen Miss Maine Potato Queen Pageant
Tues, July 17 | Wed, July 18 | Thurs, July 19 |
Softball Tournament Family Canoe & Kayak Fun Day 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Pet Show Planetarium Shows |
Swim Meet Wednesday Evening Fiddlers Baby & Bike Parade Little & Junior Miss Maine Potato Queen Pageant |
Maine Potato Board's Annual Meeting & Industry Dinner Fort Fairfield High School's Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet Cary/Pines Inflatable Adventure Park Potato Picking Contest Movie Under the Stars |
New events are being added. Check back frequently!
COMMUNITY CENTER GYMNASIUM
GENERAL HOURS
Monday-Friday (weather & events permitting)
6:00am-noon
Indoor Walking/Exercise - The community center gymnasium is open to the public for walking/exercise Monday through Friday from 6:00am-12:00 noon (except holidays). The hours are subject to change and will be posted accordingly. There is no charge to use the facility for this activity and all are welcome.
Co-ed Volleyball - Starting in late October, Co-ed volleyball for ages 16 and over will held at the Fort Fairfield Community Center every Sunday evening from 6-8pm through the end of April. The program is informal with teams being selected each night from all those in attendance. There is no charge to participate in the program and all are welcome.
Adult Basketball - The community center is open for adult basketball from 6:30-8:30pm starting in late October. Play is informal with teams being selected each night from all those in attendance. The cost is $2 each night. If there is sufficient interest amongst all players, we will organize a league and have scheduled play for each team. Please contact the Recreation Department 472-3882 for more information, or click this link to see our current recreational happenings for more details.
Youth Sports & Activities - For information on other programs, including current youth sports information and other activities, please visit the recreation department webpage and click on Current Recreational Happenings or contact the Recreation Department at 472-3882.
Community Center Rules
MUNICIPAL SWIMMING POOL
The pool is open mid-June through late-August annually. Use of the pool is free to all residents!
GENERAL SWIM HOURS
Every Day (weather permitting)
1:00-4:00pm
6:00-8:00pm
SWIM TEAM – The swim team is open to all for boys and girls up to 18 years of age as of May 1. Practices will begin in June and are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4:00-5:00pm throughout the months of June and July. A more complete schedule of practices and meets will be made available to team members during the first week of practice.
SWIM LESSONS – Are available to boys and girls 18 years of age and under with lessons following pre-set guidelines established by the American Red Cross. Lessons are held Monday through Thursday. There are two sessions of lessons each summer and parents have the option to sign up their children for either session or you can sign them up to participate in both sessions. There is a limit of 10 students per class for most lessons so please be sure to register early to insure enrollment. The registration fee is $5 per student which is due at the time of registration. We are an authorized provider of the American Red Cross.
LAP SWIM – Lap swim and aquatic exercise will be held on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5:00-6:00pm starting in June and continuing through the end of July. During this time the pool is reserved for those intending to use the pool for aquatic exercise purposes and lap swimming only. There is no fee to participate in lap swim or aquatic exercise and all adults are welcome.
Swimming Pool Safety Rules
For more information call:
POOL PHONE – (During the season) – 472-3883
REC DEPARTMENT PHONE – 472-3882
The Fort Fairfield Town Council unanimously endorsed the creation of an Economic Development Board.
The board is tasked with promoting policies, strategies, and funding mechanisms that foster stable and sustainable economic growth, expanding the non-residential tax base, providing for the service and leisure needs of the townspeople, and promoting job and entrepreneurial opportunities in a manner that enhances the image, competitiveness and quality of life of the community.
“While many organizations and individuals within our community are working together to improve our economic climate, the Town does not have an Authority, Board or Committee whose main focus is economic development,” explained Town Manager, Jim Risner. “We believe the creation of the Economic Development Board will focus those efforts and improve the results of those efforts.”
The Town Council appointed the members of the inaugural Economic Development Board at its meeting on December 16th, 2015. The members are David Dorsey, Gary Sirois, Shane McGillan, Edith Helstrom and Stev Rogeski. Councilors Melissa Libby and Jason Barnes were appointed to serve as the Town Council Representatives during the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, January 17, 2018.
For more information, please contact Economic Development Director, Richard R. Levesque, Jr. at 472-3805 or at tlevesque@fortfairfield.org
The board is tasked with promoting policies, strategies, and funding mechanisms that foster stable and sustainable economic growth, expanding the non-residential tax base, providing for the service and leisure needs of the townspeople, and promoting job and entrepreneurial opportunities in a manner that enhances the image, competitiveness and quality of life of the community.
“While many organizations and individuals within our community are working together to improve our economic climate, the Town does not have an Authority, Board or Committee whose main focus is economic development,” explained Town Manager, Jim Risner. “We believe the creation of the Economic Development Board will focus those efforts and improve the results of those efforts.”
The Town Council appointed the members of the inaugural Economic Development Board at its meeting on December 16th, 2015. The members are David Dorsey, Gary Sirois, Shane McGillan, Edith Helstrom and Stev Rogeski. Councilors Melissa Libby and Jason Barnes were appointed to serve as the Town Council Representatives during the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, January 17, 2018.
For more information, please contact Economic Development Director, Richard R. Levesque, Jr. at 472-3805 or at tlevesque@fortfairfield.org

Welcome to Friendly Fort Fairfield!


Fort Fairfield is the sixth largest community in Aroostook County with a population of roughly 3450. The town is centrally located, and lies equal distance from the two largest cities in The County with both Presque Isle and Caribou eleven miles away. Fort Fairfield is also situated on the eastern border with Canada and has a round-the-clock border crossing into Perth-Andover, New Brunswick.

Major employers in the community include; mail order and specialty pharmacy I-Care Pharmacy, 35MW biomass energy producer ReEnergy, skilled metal manufacturers K-Pel Industrial Services and Stainless Food Services, agriservices company Cavendish Farms, livestock feed producer Lucerne Farms, food grade starch producer Western Polymer, the US Customs and Border Protection, alternative energy design and installation company County Energy Solutions, mechanical-electrical engineering firm Armstrong Engineering, and Pineland Farms Natural Meats which operates a large cattle feedlot.
In addition, Fort Fairfield -- once the Potato Capital of the World – remains a major potato growing community, but it isn’t just potatoes that’s growing in our fields these days. Broccoli, hops and a variety of grains are grown commercially in Fort Fairfield.
Also growing in Fort Fairfield is our community of Amish families, many of whom own and operate their own successful businesses and farms. These Amish craftsmen make furniture, fabricate buildings, work with a variety of sheet metal and roofing materials and operate vegetable and dairy farms.
Fort Fairfield is also home to a well-respected school system with a dedicated, caring faculty and staff teaching in modern facilities, a Carnegie Library, two medical clinics, a bank, a credit union, a full-service post office, a grocery store, a dentist’s office, two gas stations, several gift and specialty shops, restaurants and more!
With low-cost land, some of the lowest power costs in Maine, a water and sewer utility designed for industry, an active rail line, and a community dedicated to fostering business - Fort Fairfield possesses the tools and the infrastructure needed to help businesses grow! For additional information about our community please click on the links below or call our Economic Development Director, Tim Goff, at 207-472-3802 or email tgoff@fortfairfield.org and let us show you why Friendly Fort Fairfield is ready to put your business to work!
Bike & Ride in Aroostook
With its scenic rolling hills and miles of fields and forests, Aroostook County is a perfect place to enjoy the open road and abundant scenery on two wheels - whether people powered or on a motorcycle! There are plenty of rewarding options for riders of all skill levels, and road-tripping is a favorite past time of many locals who are more than willing to share their favorite routes to see views for miles or to catch a glimpse at the wildlife that Aroostook County is famous for.
The Maine Department of Transportation has also created a series of cycling routes throughout Maine that seek to provide guidance to those looking for a taste of the various regions in our state. Follow this link to a route through central Aroostook that travels along the Aroostook River and passes many beautiful farms and sites of interest.
The Maine Department of Transportation has also created a series of cycling routes throughout Maine that seek to provide guidance to those looking for a taste of the various regions in our state. Follow this link to a route through central Aroostook that travels along the Aroostook River and passes many beautiful farms and sites of interest.
International Appalachian Trail

The International Appalachian Trail (IAT) was created by volunteers in Maine, New Brunswick, and Quebec 20 years ago. The IAT starts east of Baxter State Park (the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail) and makes its way over more than 700 miles to Cap Gaspe, Quebec.
The IAT travels along the Maine - New Brunswick border before crossing the international border between Canada and the United States in Fort Fairfield.
There is a trailhead located at the end of Sam Everett Road in Fort Fairfield for people interested in hiking this scenic section of the trail (NOTE: Hikers must call the U.S. Border Patrol in Fort Fairfield, 207.472.5041 before walking on the border clearing trail and say when they will be hiking there. Hikers must stay inside the cleared area of the border until crossing into New Brunswick. A valid passport is required for all hikers entering either Canada or the United States).
For thru-hikers, Fort Fairfield offers a host of services including a grocery store, restaurants, drug store, banks, laundry mat, and health clinics a short distance from the trail. Currently, there are no lodging accomodations available in Fort Fairfield, but there is a lean-to available for overnight use along the Fort Fairfield section of the trail (at mile 134 north from Baxter State Park). No fires are allowed at the campsite.
Related Links:
International Appalachian Trail
US Customs and Border Protection
Canada Border Services Agency
Fort Fairfield Business Directory
Fort Fairfield Railroad Museum

The Railroad Museum is located at the old Bangor & Aroostook Railyard at the corner of Depot & Brown Streets.

The museum collection is comprised of a display of locomotive and cars. It includes a newly refurbished combination sleeping-dining car used for elegant gourmet dinners and other events.

The Canadian-Pacific Railroad station (1875) was moved out of the floodplain along the Aroostook River to this site in 2000.

A public pancake breakfast and open house is featured during the Maine Potato Blossom Festival on the 3rd Saturday in July.

An antique farm machinery display is set up near the B&A Railroad museum. It features large and small horse drawn equipment for transportation and farming potatoes, hay, flax, and grain. Some equipment goes back to the time when oxen were used to plow the fields around Fort Fairfield.

Adjacent to the museum is an old stone railroad station which is privately owned (and as of October 2016 for sale).

The Frontier Hertiage Historical Society maintains the Fort Fairfield Railroad Museum and is always looking for volunteers and donations to help maintain, preserve and restore the many historic buildings and artifacts in their collection.
The museum collection is comprised of a display of locomotive and cars. It includes a newly refurbished combination sleeping-dining car used for elegant gourmet dinners and other events.
The Canadian-Pacific Railroad station (1875) was moved out of the floodplain along the Aroostook River to this site in 2000.
A public pancake breakfast and open house is featured during the Maine Potato Blossom Festival on the 3rd Saturday in July.
An antique farm machinery display is set up near the B&A Railroad museum. It features large and small horse drawn equipment for transportation and farming potatoes, hay, flax, and grain. Some equipment goes back to the time when oxen were used to plow the fields around Fort Fairfield.
Adjacent to the museum is an old stone railroad station which is privately owned (and as of October 2016 for sale).
The Frontier Hertiage Historical Society maintains the Fort Fairfield Railroad Museum and is always looking for volunteers and donations to help maintain, preserve and restore the many historic buildings and artifacts in their collection.
McIntosh One-Room School House

The McIntosh School is the only restorable one left out of the twenty-six listed in Maine in 1904. It was built in 1848 before churches and other public buildings, and was also used for town meetings, social gatherings, church services, weddings, baptisms and funerals.

The school was originally located near the corner of Route 1A and Route 167. It was moved to its current location near the Fort Fairfield Railroad Museum off Brown Street. The blackboards are still in place and so too are the privy compartments - one each for girls and boys! Volunteers from the Frontier Heritage Historical Society have worked to restore the school house and host school groups and tours throughout the year.
The McIntosh School is the only restorable one left out of the twenty-six listed in Maine in 1904. It was built in 1848 before churches and other public buildings, and was also used for town meetings, social gatherings, church services, weddings, baptisms and funerals.
The school was originally located near the corner of Route 1A and Route 167. It was moved to its current location near the Fort Fairfield Railroad Museum off Brown Street. The blackboards are still in place and so too are the privy compartments - one each for girls and boys! Volunteers from the Frontier Heritage Historical Society have worked to restore the school house and host school groups and tours throughout the year.
Historic Friends Church

Located on Route 1a, Friends Church is the oldest still-standing church in Fort Fairfield. It was built in 1859-1860 by the Haines family and a bunch of their Quaker friends, who, according to oral history, were part of the Underground Railroad before and during the Civil War.

The church was later used as a neighborhood community church and is being restored by Frontier Heritage Historical Society.

Friends Church is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and plays host to the annual Hymn Sing typically held on the first Sunday of the Maine Potato Blossom Festival.
Located on Route 1a, Friends Church is the oldest still-standing church in Fort Fairfield. It was built in 1859-1860 by the Haines family and a bunch of their Quaker friends, who, according to oral history, were part of the Underground Railroad before and during the Civil War.
The church was later used as a neighborhood community church and is being restored by Frontier Heritage Historical Society.
Friends Church is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and plays host to the annual Hymn Sing typically held on the first Sunday of the Maine Potato Blossom Festival.
Fort Fairfield Blockhouse Museum
The Blockhouse museum is a 1976 replica of the original structure located on the banks of the Aroostook River which served to prevent transport of lumber into Canada during “the Bloodless Aroostook War” of 1839.
The Blockhouse is filled with artifacts from early Fort Fairfield History including agricultural items, antiques, photographs and documents.
The Frontier Heritage Historical Society maintains the blockhouse and the historical artifacts displayed within it and welcomes the public to tour the blockhouse museum from 10am to 1pm on the second Saturday of each month. The historical society also maintains the McIntosh School (one-room schoolhouse), Fort Fairfield Railroad Museum (at C.P. Park) and the historic Friends Church.
Riverside Pavilion & Park

The Riverside Pavilion sits overlooking the majestic Aroostook River at the corner of Route 1A and North Caribou Road.

The pavilion is a popular picnic spot, thanks to its scenic location, adjacent playground and multiple covered picnic tables with charcoal grills set amidst acres of lush park space.

The pavilion features bathroom facilities and potable water. The large covered picnic area has seating for roughly fifty and has a sink to aid with clean-up. There is a boat landing on the Aroostook River nearby.

For more information about Riverside Pavilion, including rental fees and to reserve use of the facility, contact the Fort Fairfield Town Office at 472-3800.
Related Link:
Riverside Pavilion Rental Agreement
The Riverside Pavilion sits overlooking the majestic Aroostook River at the corner of Route 1A and North Caribou Road.
The pavilion is a popular picnic spot, thanks to its scenic location, adjacent playground and multiple covered picnic tables with charcoal grills set amidst acres of lush park space.
The pavilion features bathroom facilities and potable water. The large covered picnic area has seating for roughly fifty and has a sink to aid with clean-up. There is a boat landing on the Aroostook River nearby.
For more information about Riverside Pavilion, including rental fees and to reserve use of the facility, contact the Fort Fairfield Town Office at 472-3800.
Related Link:
Riverside Pavilion Rental Agreement

About Friendly Fort Fairfield
Events

Maine Potato Blossom Festival
County Bluegrass Festivals
Facilities
F.A.R.M. Park
Riverside Picnic Pavilion & Park
Historic Sites
Fort Fairfield Blockhouse
Historic Friends Church
McIntosh One-room School House
Fort Fairfieild Railroad Museum
Fort Fairfield Public Library
(Historic 1913 Carnegie Library)
Recreation
Fort Fairfield Parks & Recreation
Community Swimming Pool
Community Center Gym
Visit Aroostook
(Aroostook County Tourism Website)

Maine Office of Tourism

Amish Community

Snowmobile Information & Trails Map

County ATV Informational & Trails Map
Fort Fairfield ATV Trail Map

Local Hiking & Biking Trails

International Appalachian Trail
Waterways & Boat Launches

Aroostook River

Monson Pond

Nadeau Lake

Puddledock

Fishing & Hunting Information
Service Organizations

Fort Fairfield Lions Club

Frontier Heritage Historical Society

Fort Fairfield Rotary Club

Frontier Fish and Game Club

Fort Frontier ATV Club

Fort Fairfield Snowmobile Club

Knights of Columbus Post #1753
(Aroostook County Tourism Website)

Maine Office of Tourism

Amish Community
Snowmobile Information & Trails Map
County ATV Informational & Trails Map
Local Hiking & Biking Trails
International Appalachian Trail
Waterways & Boat Launches
Aroostook River
Monson Pond
Nadeau Lake
Puddledock
Fishing & Hunting Information
Service Organizations
Fort Fairfield Lions Club
Frontier Heritage Historical Society

Fort Fairfield Rotary Club
Frontier Fish and Game Club
Fort Frontier ATV Club
Fort Fairfield Snowmobile Club
Knights of Columbus Post #1753
Maine Joblink

Maine Career Centers

Jobs in ME

Loring Jobs Corps
Start a Business

Demographics

Building Permits & Licensing

Zoning Maps

TIF Policy

Fort Fairfield Economic Development Board

Municipal Land Incentive Program

Northern Maine Development Corporation

Maine Department of Community and Economic Developement
Maine Career Centers
Jobs in ME
Loring Jobs Corps
Start a Business

Demographics
Building Permits & Licensing
Zoning Maps
TIF Policy
Fort Fairfield Economic Development Board
Municipal Land Incentive Program
Northern Maine Development Corporation
Maine Department of Community and Economic Developement
About Fort Fairfield
Quality of Life
Rental Properties (list of local landlords)
Moving Resources
Utilities

Water & Sewer

Electricity

Trash & Recycling

Animal Control
Moving Resources
Utilities
Water & Sewer
Electricity
Trash & Recycling
Animal Control
Welcome to

F.A.R.M. Park!

F.A.R.M. Park!
F.A.R.M. Park is a 7000 square foot pole barn constructed in 2006. The facility, which is located off of the West Limestone Road, plays host to dozens of performances, weddings and events annually and can seat hundreds of people under its covered roof.
While the structure is open on three sides, temporary walls can be put in place to protect audiences in the event of inclement weather.
F.A.R.M. Park features a permanent stage and has a backstage (green room) area. 
The F.A.R.M. Park property features bathrooms with shower facilities, as well as ample parking. The spacious fields which surround the facility can be used for camping, with privately owned RV hook-ups located on an adjcent property.
F.A.R.M. Park hosts two large bluegrass festivals annually, and has also hosted the Maine Potato Board Industry Dinner, rising Country Superstar Matt Mason, and dozens of private and community celebrations.
For more information about F.A.R.M. Park, including rental fees and to reserve use of the facility, contact the Fort Fairfield Town Office at 472-3800.
Related Links:
F.A.R.M. Park Rental Agreement
County Bluegrass Festival
Maine Potato Blossom Festival
Related Links:
F.A.R.M. Park Rental Agreement
County Bluegrass Festival
Maine Potato Blossom Festival
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