Washington County, Maine, USA

Washington County lies in Maine, linking established communities with the surrounding rural and suburban landscape. Machias is the county seat in a coastal border region of forests, blueberry barrens, rivers and fishing villages. Its historical character grew from the wider period in which Wabanaki history, lumbering, farming, fishing and border trade shaped settlement. Forestry, agriculture, health care, tourism and small-scale manufacturing sustain local communities. Historic places, recreation and close ties to neighboring communities add to Washington County’s character.