About Us

Maine Maritime Museum offers a myriad of opportunities to explore Maine’s maritime heritage and culture and to experience the mystique of Maine.

A man in a boat tying a knot

Visitors can find:

  • fascinating exhibits brimming with art and artifacts
  • contemporary, interactive areas for children and adults
  • an historic shipyard with five of the original 19th century buildings
  • a Victorian-era shipyard owners home
  • an active waterfront
  • a life-size sculptural representation of the largest wooden sailing vessel ever built
  • a scenic campus on the bank of the Kennebec River

On the following pages you can learn more about the Museum’s History and Mission, find out who is on our staff and how to contact us.

Read the latest News about the Museum or get information about renting our magnificent facilities for your special event.

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We’ve also included the Site Map and all the legal information here, too.