Heart of Ellsworth, Ellsworth Historical Society, Ellsworth Public Library, Woodlawn, local business owners & residents alike are hosting the fourth annual Jane’s Walk in Downtown Ellsworth on May 3rd, 2025. There will be six walks in Ellsworth, spanning from 8 am until 5:30 pm. Community activist Jane Jacobs inspired this global festival of free, volunteer-led walking conversations. Jane’s Walk combines the simple act of exploring a place with personal observations, local history, and civic engagement.

The Jane’s Walk festival takes place each year in May in more than 200 cities and towns around the world. This year 51 walks are happening across Maine with six in Ellsworth, the most of any participating city or town. All are free and open to all.

- 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Exploring Woodlawn: A Walk Through History
- 10:00 - 11:00 AM; Pedal Through Ellsworth: A Guided Bike Ride with Paul Markosian*
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: History Detectives: Uncovering Ellsworth’s Past Along the River!
- 1:00 - 2:30 PM: Bricks & Beams: Exploring the Changing History of Three Storied Streets in Downtown Ellsworth
- 2:30 - 3:30 PM: Greener Streets, Brighter Future: A Jane’s Walk on Creative Urban Renewal
- 3:45 - 5:30 PM: Seaweed & Main Street: A Flavorful Jane’s Walk Through Ellsworth

The full list of walks, descriptions, and locations are on the Heart of Ellsworth website. Pre-registration is required for the 10 AM Jane’s Walk.

When participating in a walk, wear comfortable shoes and bring your curiosity about Ellsworth's history and interest in the downtown district. More information can be found on Heart of Ellsworth’s website: https://www.heartofellsworth.org/janes-walk.