Interested in fun facts and the history of Monroe, ME?
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Here are some interesting facts about the village of Monroe, Maine:

1. Monroe was incorporated in 1818 and was named after the fifth U.S. President James Monroe.
2. The village is home to the Marsh Stream, a popular fishing spot for anglers.
3. The Monroe Elementary School, built in 1902, was the first consolidated school in Maine.
4. Monroe is famous for its annual Rhubarb Festival, a celebration held every June featuring rhubarb pies, desserts, and other treats.
5. The village is also home to the Monroe Community Church, a historic church built in 1851 that is still in use today.
6. One of Monroe's most famous residents was Cyrus Curtis, a publisher who founded The Saturday Evening Post and helped popularize the American magazine industry.
7. Monroe sits on top of a large aquifer that provides drinking water to many nearby communities.
8. There are several nearby hiking trails, including the scenic Georges Highland Path and Little Deer Isle Trail.
9. The town was once known for its granite quarries, which produced high-quality granite that was used in buildings across the country.
10. The town has a population of just over 800 people and covers an area of 24 square miles.