Orono is a town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States. Located on the Penobscot and Stillwater rivers, it was first settled by American colonists in 1774. They named it in honor of Chief Joseph Orono, a sachem of the indigenous Penobscot nation who long occupied this territory.
Northeast
Orono
Penobscot County, ME
Population
11,129
Walk Score
67 · Somewhat Walkable
Median rent
$1,058
Median home value
$214,600
Settled
1774
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On the National Register
Historic districts
- Orono Main Street Historic District · listed 1977
- University of Maine at Orono Historic District · listed 1978
- University of Maine Historic District Boundary Increase · listed 2010
Notable landmarks
- Alpha Tau Omega House · listed 2023
- Colburn, William, House · listed 1973
- Maine Experiment Station Barn · listed 1990
- Old Fire Engine House · listed 1985
- Phi Gamma Delta House · listed 2013
- Treat, Nathaniel, House · listed 1973
- US Post Office-Orono Main · listed 1986
- Washburn, Gov. Israel, House · listed 1973
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