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Kingman is an unorganized township in Penobscot County. The area was organized as McCRillis’s Plantation in 1859, and reorganized as Independence Plantation in 1866. It was incorporated as a town on January 25, 1873 from the former McCrillis and Independence Plantations.
On April 13, 1935 it surrendered its incorporation remaining unorganized until later that year when it reorganized as a plantation in July. This status was short lived and on February 22, 1945 it again surrendered its local government to become an unorganized township.
One of the earliest settlers was William Horton from Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1859 who established a farm. In the early 1870’s the firm of Shaw and Kingman built a sole-leather tannery and when the town was incorporated, Mr. R. S. Kingman’s name was attached to it...
On April 13, 1935 it surrendered its incorporation remaining unorganized until later that year when it reorganized as a plantation in July. This status was short lived and on February 22, 1945 it again surrendered its local government to become an unorganized township.
One of the earliest settlers was William Horton from Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1859 who established a farm. In the early 1870’s the firm of Shaw and Kingman built a sole-leather tannery and when the town was incorporated, Mr. R. S. Kingman’s name was attached to it...
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VINTAGE KINGMAN
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Marginal Street, 1908
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Main Street, Kingman, Me., 1909
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Main Street, Kingman, Maine
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Corner of Main and Marginal Streets, 1914
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1906 - Kingman
Kingman, a post-township (town) of Penobscot co., Me., on the Mattawamkeag River and on the Maine Central and Canadian Pacific Rs., 66 miles NNE. of Bangor. Pop. in 1900, 936.
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Recreational Activities: Kingman is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, making it a great place for outdoor enthusiasts. You can go hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting in the nearby forests and lakes.
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument: While not directly in Kingman, this national monument is nearby and offers a stunning wilderness experience with miles of trails, opportunities for wildlife viewing, and scenic drives.
Aroostook State Park: Located about an hour north of Kingman, this state park offers camping, picnicking, swimming, and hiking trails, providing a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.
Northern Timber Cruisers Snowmobile Club: In the winter months, Kingman and the surrounding areas offer excellent snowmobiling opportunities. The Northern Timber Cruisers Snowmobile Club maintains many trails in the region.
St. Croix Stream: This stream runs near Kingman and is popular for fishing, particularly for brook trout.
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Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument: While not directly in Kingman, this national monument is nearby and offers a stunning wilderness experience with miles of trails, opportunities for wildlife viewing, and scenic drives.
Aroostook State Park: Located about an hour north of Kingman, this state park offers camping, picnicking, swimming, and hiking trails, providing a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.
Northern Timber Cruisers Snowmobile Club: In the winter months, Kingman and the surrounding areas offer excellent snowmobiling opportunities. The Northern Timber Cruisers Snowmobile Club maintains many trails in the region.
St. Croix Stream: This stream runs near Kingman and is popular for fishing, particularly for brook trout.
Wildlife Watching: The...
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