Cyr is a plantation in Aroostook County, organized for election purposes in 1857, had its formal organization confirmed on March 12, 1870.

Settled in 1824, it lies just south of Van Buren on U.S. Route 1. A community of open spaces and few people, agriculture is still a significant staple of its economy.

From Maine: An Encyclopedia (www.themaineencyclopedia.com)