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	The town's motto says it all; "Beautiful Place by the Sea." And by the popularity of Ogunquit as a seaside resort that motto certainly fits the bill.
Ogunquit, which meant "coastal lagoon" to native Abenaki Indians, was first a village within Wells, which was settled in 1641. The first sawmill here was established in 1686, and shipbuilding developed along the tidal Ogunquit River. Besides constructing schooners and brigs, local shipwrights built the famous "Ogunquit Dory," a fishing vessel utilized in the late 1800's.
Ogunquit is also known for its historical trail known as Marginal Way, which stretches approximately one and one-half miles along the craggy coastline. The walk is scenic, hugging the coast from Perkins Cove to Ogunquit Beach. Today, Ogunquit remains a vibrant seasonal resort town, having separated from Wells in 1980

Artists discovered Ogunquit's inspirational scenery more than a century ago. Ogunquit is a wonderful spot to view dozens of galleries including the Ogunquit Museum of American Art, called "the most beautiful small museum in the world". There are performing arts theaters including the famous Ogunquit Playhouse, a grand old summer-stock theater that often features top-name entertainment. Visit our Places of Interst Page