Bethel
Bethel, ME, 04217 US / ME
Location Description
Bethel, in Oxford County, one of the oldest villages in western Maine, was incorporated on June 10, 1796 from Sudbury Canada Plantation. After setting off land to form part of Hanover (1843) and annexing some land from Hanover (1849), Bethel attained its current boundaries.Its name signifies the House of God, possibly inspired by its beautiful location among the Oxford Hills. Its name signifies the House of God, possibly inspired by its beautiful location among the Oxford Hills.(Source: Maine: An Encyclopedia and www.Maine.gov)
Location Category
- CITIES / TOWNS - [general]
- CITIES / TOWNS - Mountain Towns
