2021 Map of Phillips

About this map

Phillips serves as the focal point of this 2021 survey, situated along the banks of the Sandy River where it meets numerous smaller tributaries. The settlement pattern is defined by its relationship to the water and the surrounding peaks, including Phillips Mtn and Tantrattle Mtn. This area in Franklin County contains a high density of small family and community burial grounds, such as the Knott Burial Plot, Sand Hill Cem, and the Sprague-Howland Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research in this part of Maine. Beyond the village centers of Phillips and Avon, the landscape is dominated by high elevations like Spruce Mtn and Tory Hill, with Lindbergh Airport providing a modern transportation link amidst the traditional New England terrain. The drainage network, featuring Mount Blue Stream and Bean Brook, illustrates the complex hydrology that historically supported local agriculture and industry.