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Gallery Talk: Catherine Cyr on Women Behind the Lens

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

In this insightful gallery talk, Catherine Cyr, exhibition coordinator, will discuss the inspiration for and the process of developing the museum's first exhibition comprised solely of women photographers!  As we explore the exhibits dedicated to Emma D. Sewall, Abbie F. Minott, and Josephine Ginn Banks, we will learn more about their importance to both amateur photography and the documentation of maritime history.

Recycled Lobster Line Rug Weaving Workshop

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

Join us at the Maine Maritime Museum and learn to weave a recycled lobster line (rope) doormat with Kerin of Cape Porpoise Trading Company. This workshop will be held outdoors along the beautiful Kennebec River. Turn old lobster line into an eco-friendly, handmade (by you) mat for your home! These rugs are great for indoor or outdoor use. All weaving material is retired line used by Maine lobstermen.

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MAKING WAVES: Innovative Maritime Scholarship in a Post-Pandemic World

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

Scholars in Maine and around the world navigated COVID-19 to conduct innovative and creative maritime research. Our symposium features a dynamic exploration of maritime stories past and present, navigating the local and global impact of Maine’s waterways. Read more about our speakers and topics online and register by September 30. 

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STEAMbox Family Workshop: Animals of the Kennebec & Plant Pets

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

The Kennebec River Estuary is home to some remarkable animals. Come acquaint yourself with these creatures such as the Bald Eagle, Short-nosed Sturgeon, Harbor Seal, and Osprey. Then, let your creative juices flow as you create your own recycled planter inspired by an animal of the Kennebec to take home with you and to grow a new plant in. Content appropriate for ages 4 – 10 years, but all are welcome.

Event Series Boatshop Workshop: Building a Fireside Stool (Nov 1 & 2)

Boatshop Workshop: Building a Fireside Stool (Nov 1 & 2)

Boatshop 243 Washington Street, Bath, ME, United States

Our three-legged fireside stool is simple, yet elegant, completed over two evenings. It’s a great introduction to woodworking—in fact, it is the first project every student undertakes in our Discovery Boatbuilding program.  Comprised of three octagonal legs that are fastened with wedged, kerfed through-tenons, this stool is a great introduction to boatbuilding techniques on a smaller scale. It is perfect for sitting by the fire, working in the home shop, or a plant stand. No woodworking (or boatbuilding) experience necessary!

Event Series Boatshop Workshop: Building a Fireside Stool (Nov 1 & 2)

Boatshop Workshop: Building a Fireside Stool (Nov 1 & 2)

Boatshop 243 Washington Street, Bath, ME, United States

Our three-legged fireside stool is simple, yet elegant, completed over two evenings. It’s a great introduction to woodworking—in fact, it is the first project every student undertakes in our Discovery Boatbuilding program.  Comprised of three octagonal legs that are fastened with wedged, kerfed through-tenons, this stool is a great introduction to boatbuilding techniques on a smaller scale. It is perfect for sitting by the fire, working in the home shop, or a plant stand. No woodworking (or boatbuilding) experience necessary!

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STEAMbox Family Workshop: Solar Art

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

When sunlight interacts with us, it warms us. When it interacts with light sensitive paper and ultra-violet reactive beads, it creates magical art. Come explore the effects the sunlight has on these objects, while creating your own solar prints and UV jewelry. Content appropriate for ages 4 – 10 years, but all are welcome.

Event Series Boatshop Workshop: Shaker Box Making (Dec 6 & 7)

Boatshop Workshop: Shaker Box Making (Dec 6 & 7)

Boatshop 243 Washington Street, Bath, ME, United States

The Shakers are renowned for their traditional and simple furniture design and practical inventions. We build nesting Shaker boxes in the Boatshop because they are beautiful, handy, and employ small boatbuilding techniques like steam bending and clinch nailing. Two evenings are all it takes to build three boxes from cherry and cedar. Students have built over 500 boxes over the past 15 years in this accessible, yet challenging, class. All materials are provided and no experience is necessary.

Event Series Boatshop Workshop: Shaker Box Making (Dec 6 & 7)

Boatshop Workshop: Shaker Box Making (Dec 6 & 7)

Boatshop 243 Washington Street, Bath, ME, United States

The Shakers are renowned for their traditional and simple furniture design and practical inventions. We build nesting Shaker boxes in the Boatshop because they are beautiful, handy, and employ small boatbuilding techniques like steam bending and clinch nailing. Two evenings are all it takes to build three boxes from cherry and cedar. Students have built over 500 boxes over the past 15 years in this accessible, yet challenging, class. All materials are provided and no experience is necessary.

The Food-Web Ecology of Fisheries in Cashes Ledge

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

Join Dr. Graham Sherwood, Researcher at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute, for a free, in-person discussion of Cashes Ledge, the underwater mountain range in the Gulf of Maine, and its relationship to food-web ecologies.

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STEAMbox Family Workshop: A Sailor’s Pastime: Scrimshaw/Knot Tying

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

Being a sailor involved living at sea for years at a time. While it was adventurous and exciting, there could also be times of stillness. Whalers might have gone months without seeing a whales or port. So, what would a sailor do with all of that downtime? Come learn about a sailor’s life on the boats that sailed the world. Try your hand at carving scrimshaw or learning to tie knots.

Featured Featured Event Series Boatshop Workshop: Build a Toboggan (Dec 13 & 20)

Boatshop Workshop: Build a Toboggan (Dec 13 & 20)

Boatshop 243 Washington Street, Bath, ME, United States

Back by popular demand, this winter, join us in the Boatshop for two weekends to build your own classic wooden toboggan! This class is open to five total groups of up to three people per group. Each group will build an eight-foot toboggan using boatbuilding techniques like steam bending, riveting, and ropework. No experience is required and all materials provided. Note: this design meets specifications of the U.S. National Toboggan Championships held annually in Camden.

Featured Featured Event Series Boatshop Workshop: Build a Toboggan (Dec 13 & 20)

Boatshop Workshop: Build a Toboggan (Dec 13 & 20)

Boatshop 243 Washington Street, Bath, ME, United States

Back by popular demand, this winter, join us in the Boatshop for two weekends to build your own classic wooden toboggan! This class is open to five total groups of up to three people per group. Each group will build an eight-foot toboggan using boatbuilding techniques like steam bending, riveting, and ropework. No experience is required and all materials provided. Note: this design meets specifications of the U.S. National Toboggan Championships held annually in Camden.

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STEAMbox Family Workshop: How do Ships Float?!

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

Ever wonder how the six mast, 450ft Wyoming ship kept afloat while carrying 6,000 tons of coal? Join us as we learn about and experiment with concepts such as density, buoyancy and displacement. Then, test your knowledge as you create a boat and see how much weight it can carry and still float! Content appropriate for ages 4 – 10 years, but all are welcome.

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STEAMbox Family Workshop: Maine Fish and Gyotaku Prints

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

Did you know that the city of Bath has a sister city in Japan? Come hear the story of adventure, shipwrecks and bravery that has connected Bath, ME to Tsugaru, Japan for over 100 years. Take part in the traditional fish printing artform of Gyotaku and learn how it was used as a record for fish caught. Content appropriate for ages 4 – 10 years, but all are welcome.

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STEAMbox Family Workshop: Build a Lobster!

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

Join us as we explore the anatomy of Maine’s favorite crustacean! Many humans find lobsters tasty but terrifying. Take part in an interactive activity that takes fear out of the equation dives deeper into lobster anatomy and their functions. Then, you will build your own lobster to take home! Content appropriate for ages 4 – 10 years, but all are welcome.

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STEAMbox Family Workshop: Mini Sea Chest

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

Ships are cramped spaces and sailors had little room to store their personal things, usually no bigger than a suitcase. This hands-on learning workshop will sharpen your critical thinking and creative skills. Together, families will learn about what sailors took on their long journeys and how they personalized their chests to reflect their adventures. Then, families will work together to construct and decorate their own mini sea chests. Content appropriate for ages 4 – 10 years, but all are welcome.

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Pints on the Pier 2024

Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States

Pints on the Pier is back! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join us in the historic Percy & Small Shipyard to sample some of Maine's best beers, ciders, and more! Grab some grub from the on-site food trucks and take in the late summer sunset along the Kennebec River. Plus, cornhole, live music, and more. Ticket fee includes all beer samples and a commemorative glass*.

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