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Brooksville's first English settlers were John Wasson, Samuel Wasson and David Hawes, soldiers in the Revolutionary War. Incorporated on June 13, 1817, the town was formed from parts of Castine, Penobscot and Sedgwick. It was named Brooksville after Governor John Brooks of Massachusetts, which then governed Maine.

It contains the villages of North Brooksville, South Brooksville (on Buck's Harbor), West Brooksville, Brooksville Corner, and Harborside (on Cape Rosier).
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Native American Directory: Vital Records of Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York and Wisconsin
Old-Time New England Cookbook
Maine Roads to Gettysburg: How Joshua Chamberlain, Oliver Howard, and 4,000 Men from the Pine Tree State Helped Win the Civil War's Bloodiest Battle
The Lost Kitchen: Recipes and a Good Life Found in Freedom, Maine: A Cookbook
Little Local Maine Cookbook
American Cookery: The Historic Colonial Cookbook First Published in 1796

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1839 - Brooksville
Brooksville, Maine
Hancock county. On the E. side of Penobscot bay, opposite to Islesborough and Castine. It is bounded on the N. by an arm of that bay, and includes cape Rosico. This town is well located for navigation and the fisheries. It lies 80 miles E. from Augusta and about 25 S.E. from Ellsworth. Population, 1837, 1,192. Incorporated, 1817.
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
1906 - Brooksville
Brooksville, a post-township (town) of Hancock co., Me., is a peninsula in Penobscot Bay, about 32 miles S. of Bangor. Pop. in 1900, 1171.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906
If you're planning a visit to this picturesque part of Maine, here's a list of things to do and places to visit in Brooksville:
Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park: This 1,230-acre state park is a haven for nature enthusiasts. It offers a network of hiking trails that wind through diverse ecosystems, including woodlands, wetlands, and rocky shores. The Backshore Trail leads to a stunning overlook of Penobscot Bay, providing a perfect spot for a picnic.

Harbor Activities: Brooksville is nestled along the shores of Eggemoggin Reach, offering opportunities for kayaking, sailing, and boating. Launch your own boat or rent one to explore the calm waters and scenic coastline. It's also an excellent spot for birdwatching and wildlife observation.

Blue Hill Winery: Located just a short drive from Brooksville in Blue Hill, this winery offers tastings of locally produced wines. You can sample a variety of wines made from Maine-grown grapes and other fruits while enjoying views of the surrounding countryside.

Local Farms and Farmers' Markets: Brooksville and the surrounding area are home to several working...
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