The first families settled here in Ellsworth in 1855, feeling it held great opportunity. The first school in Ellsworth was built in 1857, and the first post office, store, and hotel in 1860. Ellsworth was platted in 1862 and the Village of Ellsworth was incorporated in 1887.

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Referred to as the “Gateway to DownEast” thousands of visitors to the area travel through Ellsworth on their way to famed Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor and other destinations DownEast. Ellsworth sent 653 of it's 847 male voters off to fight during the course of the Civil War.

Ellsworth is a city in and the county seat of Hancock County, Maine, United States. The 2020 Census determined it had a population of 8,399. Named after United States Founding Father Oliver Ellsworth, it contains historic buildings and other points of interest, and is close to Acadia National Park.

What's it like to live in Ellsworth Maine?

Ellsworth is in Hancock County. Living in Ellsworth offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals and retirees live in Ellsworth and residents tend to lean conservative.