Vallade Receives 2021 Lipfert Prize
Congratulations to Nola Vallade, a Morse High School 10th grader, who was awarded the third annual Nathan R. Lipfert Maritime History Award for her excellent essay, “Indigenous Fishing in Maritime Maine.” The Nathan R. Lipfert Maritime History Prize was created … Read more
Skip and Gerry Orem Kennebec Riverwalk Opens
The Skip and Gerry Orem Kennebec Riverwalk, an elevated boardwalk constructed on the museum’s south campus is now open. Skip, a devoted museum volunteer and trustee, and his wife Gerry had a vision of creating a unique opportunity for people … Read more
Become a Museum Volunteer!
Looking for something to do this summer? Maine Maritime Museum is searching for new volunteers to serve fun and exciting roles for the 2021 season. With outdoor, indoor, and independent opportunities available, the museum has offerings to suit everyone’s interests.… Read more
NEW Hands-On Family Programs!
On February 20, we are kicking off a new in-person program series designed for parents and kids: STEAMbox Family Workshops! The winter/spring programs integrate STEM and creative arts skills into cohesive and hands-on learning experiences. … Read more
Students Complete Alternative Semester at Maine Maritime Museum
On December 18, fifteen middle-school students became the first class to complete Maine Maritime Museum’s innovative Alternative Expeditionary Learning Semester (AELS). The program, which launched in September, was created to provide a full-time, in-person school option for families in the … Read more
Bright Night MMM Dec. 13
Sunday, December 13, join us to light up the holiday season! The Museum Store will be open late with unique gifts for everyone on your list – spend $50 and get a $10 coupon! The lobster trap tree is all … Read more
Our BIG Business Partner Gift Card Giveaway!
‘Tis the season… to win an awesome array of gift cards! This raffle prize includes 28 gift cards to some of the museum’s Business Partners. Restaurants, retail stores, even heating oil – it’s all included in this incredible prize totaling … Read more
Celebrating Mainers in October!
2020 has certainly been a challenging year for all of us, and we want to celebrate the friends and neighbors who pulled together to keep Maine sailing through the storm. This October, Maine residents will receive 20% off all cruises*, … Read more
Museum Welcomes 15 Students to AELS!
We are so excited to welcome 15 middle-school students to the museum’s Alternative Expeditionary Learning Semester. Students in this special program will discover Maine’s maritime heritage through the museum’s vast collection and archives, exhibits, and working shipyard.… Read more
Join in September and Cruise for 50% Off in October
Love the museum? September is a great month to become a member! Members joining in September 2020 can book a Shipyards & Lighthouses cruise in October for 50% off.* PLUS, as a member, you’ll be able to enjoy the museum … Read more