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Old Post Office

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Augusta, ME

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295 Water Street, Augusta, ME
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295 Water Street, Augusta, ME 04330
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About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. Late one night, an old delivery driver pulled up to the Old Post Office and noticed something peculiar. As he unlocked the door, a soft humming sound filled the air—like hundreds of tiny bees buzzing in unison. Curious, he stepped inside only to catch a whiff of fresh coffee wafting from behind the counter. As he approached the counter, he saw an elderly gentleman wearing a fedora, sipping on a steaming cup of Joe. ‘Morning, son,’ said the stranger with a twinkle in his eye. ‘Welcome to our little late-night hangout.’ The delivery driver blinked several times before realizing that the mysterious figure was just an oversized mannequin from the nearby antique store. He laughed it off, thinking it was all part of the Old Post Office’s quirky charm.

2. Late one night, an old delivery driver pulled up to the Old Post Office and noticed something odd on the bulletin board inside. The sign read: ‘Last Letter Home’—submit yours before midnight.’ Curious, he left his package and wrote a humorous note about the quirky locals. As he posted it, the old man overheard someone whispering in the shadows: ‘Better make it good, or your letter might get lost forever!’ Turns out, the sign was a prank from a regular who’d been sending funny notes for years. The delivery driver walked away smiling, knowing that sometimes the best letters never reach their destination—but they sure bring a smile along the way.

3. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to the Old Post Office and noticed something strange—a small dog was frantically barking inside the mail slot. The delivery driver knocked gently on the door, but no one answered. Curious, he reached into the mail slot and scooped up the tiny bundle of energy. Turns out it was just a neighborhood puppy playing pranks—everyone knew that little rascal! The next morning, everyone had a good laugh when they saw the note taped outside: ‘Dear Sir/Madam, sorry for the inconvenience last night. Our canine employee is now on duty.’

4. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to the Old Post Office. His headlights illuminated something odd—a small dog sitting on the steps, its tail wagging excitedly as if greeting someone. The driver got out and called softly, ‘Hey little guy!’ The dog bounded over, nearly knocking him down with its enthusiasm. Turns out, it was just a neighborhood mutt who thought the post office was his personal welcome committee. With a smile, the driver petted the dog and continued his rounds—leaving behind a legend that the Old Post Office had a canine mascot no one knew existed.

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Business attributes

Address

City
Augusta
Housenumber
295
Postcode
04330
State
ME
Street
Water Street

What it offers

Amenity
post office

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