1904 Map of Bar Harbor

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Frenchman Bay dominates this early century coastal survey, serving as the central maritime corridor between the mainland and Mount Desert island. At the turn of the century, the region's economy and social structure were defined by a network of maritime routes, including the Steamboat Route and the terminal rail connection at Mount Desert Ferry. This map captures the intricate coastline of the Schoodic Peninsula and the surrounding archipelagos, from the large Ironbound Island to the smaller Jordan Island and Stave Island.