Take A Stroll Through Langlais Sculpture Preserve, Then Dine Al Fresco At The Block Saloon In Maine
By Ben Jones|Published May 11, 2022
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Ben Jones is at heart an adventurer who delights in inspiring others. A former reporter and photojournalist, he explored towns large and small as a Wisconsin correspondent for USA Today. He later became a lead photographer and senior copywriter for an award-winning destination marketing agency, before founding Boldland Creative, a company that produces photography, video, and other content for travel destinations. Jones has completed photography and content projects in more than 15 states and when he’s not looking through a camera or at his Macbook you’ll find him exploring the world’s lakes and forests.
Maine is a state for art lovers and on a single outing, you can enjoy beautiful outdoor sculptures and a meal outside that’s simply sublime. Just head to the little port town of Thomaston, a place where you can take in the wonders of Langlais Sculpture Preserve then relax with a delicious meal at the nearby Block Saloon. Here’s what’s waiting for you in Thomaston.
This outdoor adventure will take you into Maine’s coastal beauty. Thomaston, pop. 2,700, was the longtime home of the Maine State Prison. The incarceration era has ended and today the town is a popular tourist destination. It has antique stores and shops as well as some gorgeous outdoor art.
The Langlais Sculpture Preserve is located just three miles south of the heart of Thomaston. The 90-acre property was the home of renowned Maine artist, Bernard Langlais.
Langlais produced thousands of pieces and you can see some of them on a quarter-mile path that winds through the property. The whimsical wooden sculptures offer a nice introduction to the work produced by Langlais during his productive career as a fine artist.
After enjoying the visual feast of the preserve, head to The Block Saloon to enjoy the art of good food and drinks. The upscale neighborhood saloon features small plates and craft cocktails.
An outdoor patio area is the perfect place to enjoy air as fresh as the entrees. Graze lazily on a cheese and charcuterie board or enjoy something more hearty like a plate of slow-cooked risotto. On cool days, tuck in at the cozy bar.
To complete this art and dining experience, consider planning an afternoon outing. The Langlais Sculpture Preserve is open daily, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Block Saloon opens Thursday-Monday at 4 p.m. Once you’ve enjoyed the beauty of Thomaston, here are some more small towns in Maine that are beautiful, remote, and worth a visit.
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