Welcome to the Town of Athens
The Town of Athens, Maine has been around for well over two hundred years and like many Maine towns gone through ups and downs. We think we are on an upswing and hope to continue to grow and prosper and keep all those interested in our little town and the surrounding area informed through this site.
Property Taxes
Reminder that interest on 2022 property taxes will start on December 1, 2022 for any unpaid balances.
Property Tax Stabilization Forms
Any senior citizen who would like to apply for the property tax stabilization needs to fill out the form linked here and return to the town office by December 1, 2022.
Property Tax Stabilization Form
Dog Licenses
Dog licenses are due by January 31, 2023. After this date there will be a $25 late fee per dog.
Our History
Athens was settled by Revolutionary War soldiers. Our town is in Somerset County and was incorporated on March 7, 1804. In 1821 it annexed land from Hartland, and later from Brighton in 1838 and 1862.
The main village in the town is north of Skowhegan following Route 150 to the junction with state routes 43 and 151. It is located at the fork of the East and West branches of Wesserunsett Stream, which joins the Kennebec River just below Skowhegan. The 110-year-old Grange Hall is in the middle of the village.
