1. On August 28, 1782, the town of Clinton was incorporated in Maine. Originally part of the township of Winslow, Clinton was named after New York Governor George Clinton and was primarily a farming community. Today, Clinton is known for its annual Fair, one of the largest agricultural fairs in Maine.

2. The historic Fort Edgecomb, located in Edgecomb, Maine, was officially transferred from the State of Maine to the United States government on August 28, 1972. The fort dates back to the 1800s and was used as a coastal defense through World War II. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction and is part of the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands.

3. The Ogunquit Museum of American Art first opened its doors to the public on August 28, 1953. Located in Ogunquit, Maine, the museum features a collection of American art, including works by Marsden Hartley, John Marin, and Edward Hopper. It is open seasonally from May to October.

4. On August 28, 1935, the first airplane landing was made in the city of Caribou, Maine. The landing was part of a promotional tour for the new Maine Airways service run by Northern Airlines. Today, the Caribou Municipal Airport is still in operation and serves general aviation aircraft.

5. The Maine-style hot dog was invented on August 28, 1900, by George L. Fowler of Portland, Maine. Fowler created a distinctive hot dog recipe that featured finely ground meat and spices stuffed into a natural casing. Today, Maine-style hot dogs are still a beloved regional specialty and are often served with a tangy red snapper sauce.