Lewiston, Maine, is a growing city full of possibility. Vibrant and culturally diverse with a strong sense of community, Lewiston delivers affordable, accessible and abundant opportunity. Keep up to date with the latest happenings in your city.

Lewiston, Maine, once stood as a monument to American resilience, a booming mill city powered by the Androscoggin River, strengthened by generations of hardworking immigrant families, and anchored by institutions like Bates College and the Saints Peter and Paul Basilica.

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Lewiston is a city in Androscoggin county, southwestern Maine, U.S., on the Androscoggin River opposite Auburn, 34 miles (55 km) north-northeast of Portland. Lewiston is the second most populous city in the state.

Nestled along the Trinity River, this charming Gold Rush town offers world-class fishing, scenic hiking, and cozy stays. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills or a quiet retreat, Lewiston is the perfect getaway from Eureka’s coastline.

Free parking right next to it, put the Lewiston mural on google maps and it takes you right to the parking area. There’s also great views of Lewiston Falls at the park.

The Twin Cities or “L/A,” as Lewiston and Auburn are called by locals, are north of Portland, Maine in the Maine Lakes and Mountains region. They are split by the Androscoggin River and its Great Falls and you can walk along the river between the two towns on the Auburn Riverwalk.