History of Newfield, Maine, USA

1778 - Newfield was surveyed and first settled as Washington Plantation in 1778.

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Newfield was incorporated on February 25, 1794

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1839 - Newfield
Newfield, Maine
York county. This town is watered by Little Ossipee river, and lies 99 miles S.W. by W. from Augusta, and 15 N.W. from Alfred. It is a good farming town, and produces considerable wheat and wool. It was incorporated in 1794. Population, 1837, 1,322.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1854 - Newfield
Newfield, a post-township in York co., Maine, 77 miles S. W. by W. from Augusta. Population, 1418.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

By 1880, the population of Newfield, Maine was 995.

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1895 - Newfield
New'field, a post-village in Newfield township, York co., Me, about 32 miles W. of Portland. It has 2 churches and 2 grist-mills. Pop, of the township, 1193.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

Newfield was heavily damaged by the Great Fires of 1947
After a wet spring, in which the months of April, May and June were inundated with rainy weather, the climate turned to drought condition in mid July 1947. By the end of September, the ground was extremely dry...

Reports of small fires in woods began coming into the Forest Service on October 7. These early fires burned in Portland, Bowdoin and Wells. Being 30 miles (48 km) apart from each other, these three fires illustrated the danger. After this, reports of fires poured in, and by October 16, 20 separate fires were burning in the state...

Fires began in the towns of Shapleigh and Waterboro, destroying both communities, including,with only a few exceptions,most homes. The fires swept through the forests, and moved with the wind toward the ocean. In addition to Waterboro and Shapleigh, the towns of Alfred, Lyman, Newfield, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, North Kennebunkport (now Arundel), Dayton, Wells, and the cities of Biddeford and Saco were devastated by fire. With the exception... Read MORE...

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Newfield:
Explore Willowbrook Village: Start your visit by exploring Willowbrook Village, a living history museum that takes you back to the 19th century. You can experience life as it was in a rural Maine village through its well-preserved buildings and interactive exhibits.

Hike in Bellamy Preserve: Bellamy Preserve offers several hiking trails that take you through picturesque woodlands, wetlands, and along the Bellamy River. It's a great place to enjoy the natural beauty of the area and spot wildlife.

Canoeing and Kayaking: If you enjoy paddling, bring your canoe or kayak and explore the serene waters of Lake Rock Haven or Lake Arrowhead. These lakes offer a peaceful setting for a day of boating.

Fishing: Newfield is known for its excellent fishing spots. Spend a day by the lake or river, and you might reel in some bass, trout, or pickerel. Make sure to check the fishing regulations and get a valid fishing permit.

Picnic at Wakefield Beach: Just across the border in New... Read MORE...