Our Mission

Maine Maritime Museum connects people to the past, present, and future of Maine’s waterways and their global reach.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be a leading cultural institution and community pillar. As active stewards and educators of history and culture, of our historic site, and of our collections, we strive to inspire an ever-growing audience to experience the local, regional, and global stories of Maine.

Our Values

We value progress—removing barriers to access, broadening our audience, building community, expanding scholarship, and innovating our stories and storytelling methods. We value respect—sustaining the people, places, and resources in our care, prioritizing equity in our work, and creating a supportive environment that empowers individuals to thrive.

Outdoor park with tall flagpoles and modern metal sculpture, surrounded by trees and structures.
Four smiling people taking a selfie in an indoor rustic setting with wooden walls and equipment.
Close-up of white wildflowers in a grassy area with a blurred brick building, trees, and a flagpole with an American flag in the background.

Land Acknowledgement


Maine Maritime Museum is located on the unsurrendered homeland of the Wabanaki, who have lived on these lands and waters for generations. The Wabanaki nations include the Abenaki, Maliseet, Mi’kmaq, Passamaquoddy, and Penobscot.

We acknowledge the ongoing impacts of colonialism—the histories untold, lands unceded, and efforts to erase Indigenous peoples and cultures. We commit to listening to Indigenous communities, learning true and inclusive histories, and acting as trustworthy stewards of this region’s stories and spaces.