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History. European settlement. The Penobscot people have inhabited the area around present-day Bangor for at least 11,000 years [6] and still occupy tribal land on the nearby Penobscot Indian Island Reservation.
Learn about Bangor's origins, from its first European settlers in 1769 to its lumber industry dominance in the 1800s. Discover how Bangor was involved in the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, and see historic places and museums.
Learn about the history and economy of Bangor, the major city and county seat of Penobscot County, Maine. From its origins as a frontier outpost to its boom as a lumber capital, from the Great Fire to the airport, Bangor has a rich and diverse heritage.
Bangor’s architectural history is influenced by the great houses built in the boom years of the nineteenth century, with its resident lumber barons and its related commerce.
Preserving, Protecting and Promoting Bangor’s History since 1864. Bangor, Maine, has a powerful past filled with heartwarming stories, commanding personalities, and influential events that shaped the Queen City as we know it.
26 Οκτ 2024 · Bangor, city, seat (1816) of Penobscot county, east-central Maine, U.S. It is a port of entry at the head of navigation on the Penobscot River opposite Brewer. The site, visited in 1604 by Samuel de Champlain, was settled in 1769 by Jacob Buswell. First called Kenduskeag Plantation (1776) and later.
History. Incorporated in 1791, Bangor is named for an Irish hymn entitled “Bangor,” said to be a favorite of pastor Seth Noble who traveled to Boston with the initial intention of naming the town Sunbury.
