Freedom, Maine
Hill town farms and the famed Lost Kitchen
Overview
Freedom sits in the hills between Unity and Belfast. The town’s 1890s grist mill now hosts The Lost Kitchen, drawing national attention to a landscape otherwise defined by dairy farms, ponds, and quiet forests at the start of the St. George River.
Key Facts
Population 720
Region Kennebec Valley
County Waldo
Founded 1813
Nearest City Unity (10 minutes)
Town Office
Visit official website
What Freedom Is Known For
Freedom Local Highlights
The Lost Kitchen
Erin French’s reservation-only restaurant in the village mill.
Rural scenery
Rolling hayfields, orchards, and farm ponds away from the coast.
Trail connections
The Hills to Sea Trail passes just south toward Belfast.
Things to Do
1
Paddle Freedom Pond
Enjoy a quiet float at the headwaters of the St. George River.
2
Hike the Hills to Sea spur
Walk wooded sections toward Knox and Liberty.
3
Explore farm stands
Visit small producers and orchards along Routes 137 and 220.
Living in Freedom
Small village center with a post office and store; groceries and hardware are in Unity, Waterville, or Belfast. Expect gravel roads, farm equipment, and strong local community ties.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 68-82 F
winter
Cold and snowy, 5-28 F
spring
Cool, 38-58 F with mud season
fall
Crisp, 45-62 F and colorful hills
How to Get There
Follow Route 137 east from Waterville or west from Belfast; Route 220 links Freedom to Knox and Liberty.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Freedom outline
Key Facts
Population
720
Region
Kennebec Valley
County
Waldo
Founded
1813
Nearest City
Unity (10 minutes)
Town Office
Visit official website