Kennebunkport, Maine

Kennebunkport is a town located in York County, Maine. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 3,720. It is perhaps best known as the location of the summer home of former president George H. W. Bush.

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York County, Maine - 2000 - George H. W. Bush

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The town center located along the Kennebunk River, approximately one-half mile (1 km) from the mouth of the river on the ocean. Historically a fishing village, in recent decades the town has become a popular seaside tourist destination with a small district of souvenir shops, art galleries, seafood restaurants, and bed and breakfasts. Its reputation as a upscale community comes from the numerous large seaside estates along Ocean Avenue and other coastal thoroughfares. The famous "Bush Compound" is located on Walker's Point, a peninsula visible from Ocean Avenue. During the fall, Kennebunkport is a frequent stop for tour busses showing visitors the famous New England fall colors.

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Kennebunk River - Souvenir - Bed and breakfast - Bush Compound

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Just outside Kennebunkport, in Arundel, is the Seashore Trolley Museum. For beating tourist traffic, Rt. 35 is an excetllent route to and from Interstate 95.

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Kennebunkport and neigboring Kennebunk comprise Maine School Administrative District 71.

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Kennebunk - Maine School Administrative District 71

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