About Machias, ME
Machias is located in Washington County, Maine and is known for its role in the American Revolutionary War as Machias was home to the first naval battle. Major attractions include Burnham Tavern Museum and Fort O'Brien State Historic Site. Each year at the end of August, Machias holds its annual Wild Blueberry Festival. Local businesses include The Phish Net and CW Data Recovery of Maine. The largest schools are the University of Maine at Machias and Machias Memorial High School. Notable residents of Machias include Jeremiah O'Brien, US Naval Officer during the Battle of Machias, and author George Stillman.
