The living history experience provided by a vacation at the memorial building is a truly unique opportunity to enjoy the communal living experience as the veterans designed it.

The memorial building is a licensed lodge with 13 guest rooms for those interested in a 1900’s period vacation and immersion in history.

Since the days it was constructed, the building was a site for the veterans to reconnect to their fellow soldiers in a beautiful setting. The memorial provides a taste of the fellowship that the vets shared.

For four years, the regiment marched, fought, and died side by side. After the war, the survivors vowed to maintain the bonds and the friendships they had formed. This memorial was where those bonds were renewed each year.

You are invited to experience the surroundings and traditions of the 8th Maine Veterans in their Memorial Building. Enjoy our sun decks, shorefront, communal dining room, fireside gatherings, and full moon parties. In addition, we have numerous activities available in the Memorial Hall including cards, games, puzzles, sing-a-longs and Ping-Pong.

For History buffs, we have an extensive collection of Civil War Books, soldier's diaries and memorabilia. We also have a substantial collection of material on life on Peaks Island and in the Portland area over the last 130 years.

Most of these materials are available in our museum room located in the main hall. It was formerly known as the Veteran's room and used for those who were unable to negotiate the stairs to the second floor.

We have a computer, scanner and printer located in this room to support researchers and those seeking to explore their genealogy.

Please contact the Host or Hostess for access to this fine facility.