Founded in 1794, the town of Cornish is one of the most impressive small towns in Maine with its’ handsome historic business district. Located in the foothills of the White Mountains and roughly 45 minutes west of Portland,  the town of Cornish, Maine is one of the most photogenic villages in Maine. The town has maintained the character of a bygone era while offering modern conveniences along with a number of quaint and unique shops.Known as the "antique center" of the lakes and mountain region of southwestern Maine,  the  town of Cornish  is a mecca of intriguing antique shops.   This quaint town also offers some spectacular scenic vistas in addition to antique shops. A view of the majestic Mt. Washington and other nearby peaks can also be seen from several places in Cornish Maine.

Photo Credits of Cornish, Maine goto   Ernest A. Rose

In the town of Cornish, Maine you will discover a nice selection of antique shops, Maine made country crafts, and excellent restaurants. Within a short distance from us you can enjoy apple picking, golfing, canoeing, fishing, mountain biking, horseback riding, and cross-country and alpine skiing.The Annual Cornish Apple Festival in September, the Ossipee Valley Bluegrass Festival in July, the Antique Show Extravaganza in August and the Saco River Strawberry Festival in June are some of the many events and attractions that make the scenic beauty of the southwestern lakes and mountains region of Cornish Maine an ideal vacation destination. The October 2002 issue of DownEast magazine commented: "Cornish Maine is one of the most (and, really there is no other word for it) charming villages in Maine."