About the Kennebec and its River Cities
Focusing on Nature, Art, and History
Dwell in Beauty
Find the beauty in the world and try to stay there, in mind if not in place.
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Find the beauty in the world and try to stay there, in mind if not in place. 〰️



The Kennebec River Cities
Augusta, Hallowell, Farmingdale, and Gardiner
2025 Art Season
Information about artwalks, gallery showings, and plein air paint outs in and around the River Cities.
Musicians
Listings, links, and video of local musicians
Local Trails
Listings, info, and photos/video of hiking trails in/near the River Cities.
Latest Video
Nature, Art, and History Events
in and around the River Cities
While the term “River Cities” could be applied to a number of other cities (notably, Bath, Waterville and Skowhegan) here it refers to the cities of Augusta, Hallowell, Farmingdale, and Gardiner who have historically shared a close connection not only to the Kennebec but to each other.
Sites with more information about the River Cities
On The Kennebec Photos and Merchandise
Sparkle Art Studio
(Closed for the Season)
129 Main Street, Belgrade Lakes, Maine
Michel Paul Artist Studio
168 Water Street, Hallowell, Maine