Waterville is located just 20 miles northeast of Augusta, centrally located in Maine. Numerous hospitals, colleges, resident industries and corporations make Waterville a bustling Maine community. There are numerous lakes and snowmobiling trails within easy driving distance.
Things to do in Waterville
Colby College
Colby College is home to the Mules of the NCAA’s New England Small College Athletic Conference. The Mules compete in men’s and women’s athletics including football, basketball, ice hockey, volleyball, baseball, swimming, squash, rowing, track & field, softball, lacrosse, soccer, tennis, and cross country. 4180 Mayflower Hill in Waterville. Call 207-859-4900.
Colby College Museum of Art
Exhibits feature American art dating from the 18th century. Call for current admission rates. Call 207-872-3228 for more information.
5600 Mayflower Hill, Waterville, ME
Old Fort Western
Built in 1754, Old Fort Western, is America's oldest surviving wooden fort. Located at the head of navigation on the Kennebec River, Fort Western served as a fortified storehouse during the Seven Years War. The fort also hosted infamous traitor Benedict Arnold's army when it marched against Quebec in 1775. Captain James Howard, head of the fort, operated a store in the Fort. The fort hosts many events through the year. Open daily in the summer, weekends in the fall, and the first Sunday of the month in the winter. 16 Cony Street in Augusta. Call 207- 626-2385.
Perkins Arboretum
The Perkins Arboretum was established in 1946 on 128 acres of natural habitat used for teaching and research. The trails at the Arboretum are open to the public. Preserved in the natural state as much as possible, the Arboretum trees include apples, white ash, aspen, brirch, beech, black cherry, dogwood, hemlock, maple, oak, pine, as well as many other types of plants. 5600 Mayflower Hill Drive in Waterville.
Pine Ridge Municipal Golf Center
18 holes/54 par. Located on West River Road. Call 207-873-0474 for more information.
Redington Museum & Apothecary
The Redington Museum & Apothecary and Waterville historical Society are housed in the elegant 1814 Federal-style Redington home. Asa Redington, a veteran of the Revolutionary War, was a member of George Washington's elite Honor Guard. The museum offers a comprehensive view of Waterville life over the course of the past two centuries. Artifacts include furniture, household items, historical toys, tools, weapons, and more. Open Memorial Day week to Labor Day. Closed on holidays. Tours offered 10am, 11am, 1pm, and 2pm Tuesday-Saturday. 62 Silver Street, Unit B in Waterville. Call 207-872-9439
The Waterville Opera House
Founded in 1902, the Opera house features shows ranging from Vaudeville to drama. Call for current ticket information. Call 207-873-5381 for more information.
Thomas College
Home of the NCAA Division III North Atlantic Conference Thomas Terriers. One of two colleges in Waterville, the Terriers compete in men’s and women’s athletics including football, basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball, lacrosse, soccer, tennis, and cross country. 180 West River Road in Waterville. Call 207-859-1111.
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