Peaks Island, located near Portland, Maine, features a rich history spanning hundreds of years, transitioning from an Indian settlement to an amusement park hotspot. The island's growth was fueled by the development of steamship travel in the 19th century, which allowed Portland residents to enjoy various attractions. Over time, the island shifted from its lively amusement park era to a tranquil retreat for visitors and residents seeking relaxation by the ocean. Its historical buildings still stand as reminders of its vibrant past, now serving as a peaceful escape in the present.
"Peaks Island has evolved through hundreds of years of history on the land, from its earliest roots as an Indian settlement to being an outpost during the Civil War and World War II."
"Entertainment and the development of steamship travel is what first fueled the growth of Peaks Island in the 19th century, as Portland residents would row over to the picnic grove first established in the 1850s."
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