History of Robbinston, Maine, USA

1786 - Robbinston was named for Edward H. and Nathaniel J. Robbins who received a land grant for the area on October 21, 1786, and became the third and fourth family settled there.

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(Robbinston) - A post office was established by 1796.

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Robbinston was incorporated on February 18, 1811.

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1817 - Sewall Memorial Congregational Church was built in Robbinston

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1839 - Robbinston
Robbinston, Maine
Washington county. This town lies on the Schoodic or St. Croix river, opposite to St. Andrews, in New Brunswick. It is 16 miles N.N.W. from Eastport, 30 N.E. from Machias, and 192 E.N.E. from Augusta. This place enjoys great navigable privileges, and is the site of considerable ship building, and commerce in lumber. Incorporated, 1811. Population, 1837, 702. This town was settled soon after the revolutionary war. The first mail came to this place in 1796. A mail stage now arrives three times a week, and crosses the river to New Brunswick. Robbinston was named in compliment to the Hon. Eward H. Robbins, formerly Lieut. Governor of Massachusetts, and for many years speaker of the House of Representatives of that state.
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 - Robbinston
Robbinston, a post-township in Washington co., Maine, 140 miles N. E. by E. from Augusta. Population, 1028.
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.

In 1856, 17 vessels, ranging from 100 to 1000 tons each, were built at Robbinston.

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During the mid-19th century, Robbinston was a last stop for the Underground Railroad where escaping slaves would cross over into Canada and freedom.

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1886 - Robbinston
Robbinston lies on St. Croix River in the south-eastern part of Washington County. Calais bounds it on the north, Perry on the south and Charlotte on the west. The area is 17,800 acres. The surface of the town is quite level, but rising by a gradual slope from the river. Boyden Lake extends into the south-western part; in the northern and central parts are West Magurrewock Lake and the smaller sheets of Rand’s, Goulding, Western and Eastern lakes. The outlets of these supply power for several mills. The manufactures of this town are long and short lumber, wedges, laraquins, leather and moccasins, carriages, and canned fish of various kinds. For many years Robbinston was the centre of trade for the neighboring towns. Ship-building was formerly largely carried on here, while the ports of Europe furnished ready market for this product but since the introduction of steam vessels the business has declined. The attention has now been turned more to food products. Potatoes, from the... Read MORE...

1890 - One man in Robbinston, Me., has 3,000 little chickens with quarters in 800 barrels. People go miles to see the sight.

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August 16, 1890

1895 - Robbinston
Rob'binston, a post-village in Robbinston township, Washington co., Me., on Passamaquoddy Bay, at the mouth of the St. Croix River, 10 miles S.E. of Calais. Pop. 926.
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

1906
Robbinston, a post-village in Robbinston township (town), Washington co., Me., on Passamaquoddy Bay, at the mouth of the St. Croix River, 10 miles SE. of Calais. Pop. of the town in 1900, 844.
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

Here's a list of some of the best places to go and things to do in and around Robbinston:
Reversing Falls Park:

Start your journey at Reversing Falls Park, a beautiful spot where the Bay of Fundy's tides create a mesmerizing natural phenomenon. The reversing falls occur when the tide changes, causing the river to flow backward. It's a great place to take in the scenic views and enjoy a relaxing day by the water.

Roosevelt Campobello International Park:

Just a short drive away from Robbinston is the Roosevelt Campobello International Park, located on Campobello Island in Canada. This historic site was the summer home of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Explore the cottage, beautiful gardens, and learn about the fascinating history of this presidential retreat.

Hike in Cobscook Bay State Park:

Nature lovers and hikers will appreciate the beauty of Cobscook Bay State Park. With over 888 acres of diverse ecosystems, including tidal flats, saltwater and freshwater marshes, and rocky shores, it's a haven for birdwatching and outdoor activities. Hike along the... Read MORE...