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Camden was the locale for Kipling's tale of fishing off the Grand Banks, Captains Courageous, which was filmed in 1937.

Camden, Maine, was the town used as the setting for the TV version of Peyton Place.

Maine Maple Sunday is a March celebration in Camden featuring tours of sap houses, tree tapping, and syrup tasting.

The Man Without a Face, directed by Mel Gibson, was filmed in Camden.

The eight-hour work day was first enacted into law on July 3, 1794, in Camden.

Best-selling novelist Tess Gerritsen (Harvest) of Camden helped launch the official Maine Chapter of Romance Writers of America in 1995.

In Camden, Maine, Peyton Place; the Movie (1957) starring Lana Turner, Lee Phillips, Arthur Kennedy, Russ Tamblyn was filmed entirely in town and featured almost everyone in town in the crowd scenes! - Lynn Davis

Where is the best entertainment or most fun place to go in Camden, Maine and why?

The Quarterdeck! It is all about Cuzzies MOJO - Diane C

Where is the best place to stay when visiting Camden, Maine and why?

The Riverhouse Inn in downtown Camden, because its around all the stores and the best hotel in town. It has a pool and a hot tub and great service. I've lived in Camden for 7 years. Good luck! - Lucy P-K

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