Charleston Old Home Days

Charleston Old Home Days September 18th, 19th and 20th 2026 It was first settled as early as 1795 by Charles Vaughan. Consequently, in 1827 the name was shortened to Charleston.

The land was granted on July 14, 1802 by the Massachusetts General Court to John Lowell. Known as T2 R5 NWP, or Township 2, Range 4, North of the Waldo Patent, it was incorporated on February 16, 1811 as New Charlestown, to distinguish it from Charlestown when Massachusetts included the province of Maine. But in 1820, Maine achieved statehood, so any confusion between the two ceased. Sawmills were

established to operate by water power at the streams. But Charleston was primarily an agricultural town. Its large farms were noted for raising horses and cattle. In 1837, the Higgins Classical Institute was founded. By 1870, the community had a population of 1,191. Between 1901-1930, the Bangor Railway & Electric Company operated trolleys on an electric railway between Bangor and Charleston. In late 1950, construction began on the Charleston Air Force Station, part of the Aerospace Defense Command. Known as Bull Hill for its location in the town, the station was completed in early 1951, and fully-manned and operational in 1952. After the base closed, it was transformed into the Charleston Correctional Facility, which opened in 1980.

05/31/2026
We are putting together a Craft Fair this year! If interested in more information: Please send an email to CharlestonOHD...
05/14/2026

We are putting together a Craft Fair this year! If interested in more information: Please send an email to [email protected], attn: Stachia Morgan or reach out to Charleston Old Home Days page for an application.

Save the Dates!
05/14/2026

Save the Dates!

This years event wouldn't have been possible without the support of all of our Sponsors.We approached these businesses a...
09/21/2025

This years event wouldn't have been possible without the support of all of our Sponsors.

We approached these businesses and told them "its for the kids and its all going to be free". They stepped right up with no hesitation.

They made sure the kids had 15 inflatables to bounce on including a separate Toddler section, a 24 foot tall Rock Wall that they climbed to the top, 4 bungee trampolines that the kids wore the straps off and Pony rides all afternoon. The kids participated in Childrens Pedal Pulls and won cash prizes and trophys, had 23 Backpacks and 4 bikes that were raffled off, along with a Car Show and a Blackstone Raffle for the adults.

They provided a Live Band, Shaded Seating for everyone, our Event Shirts, signs and banners as well as a generator to power it all.

And at the end of it they made sure all the trash was picked up and disposed of.

There are so many details in pulling events like these together and our Sponsors are the ones who ensure we can make it come to life.

Make sure to Thank them when visiting their businesses and check out their services, you never know when you're going to need a good business to deal with.

Tyler Healy Band is coming to hang out with us next Saturday, Sept. 20th, at Charleston Old Home Days!!Enjoy the parade...
09/10/2025

Tyler Healy Band is coming to hang out with us next Saturday, Sept. 20th, at Charleston Old Home Days!!

Enjoy the parade and then come have lunch and listen to some awesome music and let the kids play all afternoon!

We have 20 backpacks that have been generously donated by local businesses!Our sponsors are the ones who really make thi...
09/09/2025

We have 20 backpacks that have been generously donated by local businesses!

Our sponsors are the ones who really make this event come to life. With their help we are able to do a drawing where 20 different kiddos will receive a backpack full of supplies that they can use or give to their classroom.

Backpacks will be displayed with a plastic pumpkin. You will write your name and phone number on the tickets and put in the pumpkin for the backpack you want!

Drawings will take place Saturday, September 20th around 2:00 pm on the stage after the band has finished.

**Winners will only win once**

If your business wanted to sponsor a backpack but havent been asked, please just reach out and we can accomodate you.

Get your raffle tickets Friday night at Bingo or during the day Saturday. You can buy them at the door Friday night and ...
09/07/2025

Get your raffle tickets Friday night at Bingo or during the day Saturday. You can buy them at the door Friday night and There will be a canopy tent that you can buy tickets at as well on Saturday. We'll also have volunteers walking around selling tickets for this awesome drawing!

🍁28" Iron Forged Blackstone Griddle with Hood
🍁30 piece Accessory Kit
🍁Gift Card to Whitneys Supermarket

$5 for 1 ticket or $10 for 10 Tickets!!!

*Winner will be drawn around 2pm on the stage after The Tyler Healy Band is finished performing*

The countdown to Charleston Old Home Days has begun! Friday September 19th will be our Annual Dinner and BINGO games.Din...
09/07/2025

The countdown to Charleston Old Home Days has begun!

Friday September 19th will be our Annual Dinner and BINGO games.

Dinner is from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm and is $10 per plate

50/50 tickets will be available
$1 for 1, $5 for 6, or $10 for 20

Daubers and Bingo Sheets will be available for purchase during dinner-pricing will be annouced in the coming days

BINGO games begin at 6:00 pm
Concessions will be available during games

Location: Charleston Community Building
125 School rd
Charleston, ME 04422

There will be additional outdoor seating under the big tent for anyone that would like to have dinner outside or those attending dinner that wont be staying for BINGO.

09/21/2024

Wow! What a night. We had a full house, full of prizes and full bellies. We had 96 BINGO players, 33 BINGO Sponsors, and an incredible amount of prizes. We have worked really hard to work out the kinks to provide a great experience for everyone and are still learning so much.

Thank you to everyone who attended tonight, Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!

We're Ready!!!!! Dinner is going well and we'll be selling chips and cards starting at 5:30!We have 20 Bingo games, some...
09/20/2024

We're Ready!!!!! Dinner is going well and we'll be selling chips and cards starting at 5:30!

We have 20 Bingo games, some have multiple winners, and we have almost as many door prizes.

The outdoor movie for the kids on the baseball fields will begin at dark!

It's a beautiful night for BINGO!

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04422

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