Mill Park

 

 

Located at the north end of downtown Augusta and along the Kennebec River, this 17-acre former mill site provides spectacular views of the Kennebec and downtown Augusta.  It is a prime public recreational space that not only serves as a community resource, but also as a statewide attraction for Maine residents and tourists attending events like the annual Spring Running Festival.  This park is a critical cornerstone in the revitalization of downtown Augusta.

 

 

 

In 2003, CRID developed a Master Plan for the park, identifying a number of amenities including improved river access, additional parking, cultural and historic interpretive elements, the renovation of the old sawmill and an amphitheater just to name a few. 

 

 

 

 

In 2004, Governor Baldacci and Senator Beverly Daggett announced over $300,000 in state grant funds for the implementation of Phase I of the park.  With this grant money, the City of Augusta created the beautiful park space seen today complete with parking, river access and unobstructed views up and down the Kennebec River.