Our Perkins House is part of the 2026 Castine House and Garden tour! organized by the Castine Historical Society! It features beautiful homes and gracious gardens in the scenic village of Castine and will take place from 10 am to 4 pm rain or shine. To learn more about the House & Garden Tour and to purchase tickets, visit the Castine Historical Society’s website.

It’s history and culture you can see, hear, smell, touch, and taste. Hands-On History Days are designed to bring the past to life through participation.

Offered each Sunday and Wednesday in July and August.

It’s history and culture you can see, hear, smell, touch, and taste. Hands-On History Days are designed to bring the past to life through participation.

Offered each Sunday and Wednesday in July and August.

Bring a chair and enjoy the Castine Town Band’s free outdoor concert performed along the picturesque shores of Penobscot Bay. In case of rain, the performance will be held at Emerson Hall on Court Street.

A FREE performance by DunCreagan of Irish and Scottish traditional music. Donations to the museum greatly appreciated!

It’s history and culture you can see, hear, smell, touch, and taste. Hands-On History Days are designed to bring the past to life through participation.

Offered each Sunday and Wednesday in July and August.

Come get a scoop of delicious French-vanilla ice cream topped with strawberries and blueberries.

It’s history and culture you can see, hear, smell, touch, and taste. Hands-On History Days are designed to bring the past to life through participation.

Offered each Sunday and Wednesday in July and August.

It’s history and culture you can see, hear, smell, touch, and taste. Hands-On History Days are designed to bring the past to life through participation.

Offered each Sunday and Wednesday in July and August.

It’s history and culture you can see, hear, smell, touch, and taste. Hands-On History Days are designed to bring the past to life through participation.

Offered each Sunday and Wednesday in July and August.

It’s history and culture you can see, hear, smell, touch, and taste. Hands-On History Days are designed to bring the past to life through participation.

Offered each Sunday and Wednesday in July and August.

Get your hands on some fun at our Hands-On History Open House featuring remarkable guest demonstrators!

The Honors Jazz Combo of George Stevens Academy will perform in the museum’s Hutchins Education Center for a FREE performance!

Kids of all ages are invited to Hands-On History at the Blue Hill Public Library! 

Participants will have a chance to try their hand at the drawshave, make a craft to take home, and learn more about what the museum’s Hands-On History Days have to offer from our wonderful staff members Ms. Georgia and Mr. Aaron. 

Today is the first day of our 2026 season!

Construct, carve, nail, screw, paint and otherwise fashion animals (real or imagined) from wood, and other found materials with artist and woodworker Aaron Margolis.

A workshop based on curiosity and hands-on learning, we will build skills together in approachable woodworking techniques.

Transform ordinary plants into unique, colorful imprints through the process of eco-printing with artist and educator Katama Murray.

Fuel up with fresh waffles and delicious coffee from 44 North Coffee before heading into town to help spruce up Castine in celebration of Earth Day!

All elements of this community event are free.

Participation in Castine Clean Up Day is not required.

Led by Jules Thomson, Collections Manager at the Castine Historical Society and a professionally trained archivist, this presentation will feature practical, professional-grade tips on how to properly store and preserve family mementos for long-term enjoyment.

Learn how to carve a canoe paddle of your own with esteemed boatbuilder and craftsman David Wyman. 

Learn how to carve a canoe paddle of your own with esteemed boatbuilder and craftsman David Wyman. 

Learn how to carve a canoe paddle of your own with esteemed boatbuilder and craftsman David Wyman. 

Learn how to carve a canoe paddle of your own with esteemed boatbuilder and craftsman David Wyman. 

Hand-build your own effigy pot and have it fired in a traditional anagama kiln with local potter Ellen Sedgwick.

Learn about the logistics of year-round cultivation and the vital role local agricultural initiatives play in building a resilient community with the Good Table Foundation, a Castine-based nonprofit.

Youth in grades K - 4 are invited to join camp leaders Georgia Zildjian and Haley Blake to celebrate the wonders of nature through outdoor exploration and artistic expression Tuesday, February 17 to Friday, February 20.

Registration required; space is limited.

Youth in grades K - 4 are invited to join camp leaders Georgia Zildjian and Haley Blake to celebrate the wonders of nature through outdoor exploration and artistic expression Tuesday, February 17 to Friday, February 20.

Registration required; space is limited.

Youth in grades K - 4 are invited to join camp leaders Georgia Zildjian and Haley Blake to celebrate the wonders of nature through outdoor exploration and artistic expression Tuesday, February 17 to Friday, February 20.

Registration required; space is limited.

Youth in grades K - 4 are invited to join camp leaders Georgia Zildjian and Haley Blake to celebrate the wonders of nature through outdoor exploration and artistic expression Tuesday, February 17 to Friday, February 20.

Registration required; space is limited.