Exhibits
Wilson Museum Gallery
The Wilson Museum main floor gallery features exhibits about cultures from across North America and around the world, European prehistory, local history, the Wilson family, geology, and natural history.
Perkins Gallery
Exhibits in the Perkins Gallery share stories and objects from 19th century Castine, Penobscot, and Brooksville. The Museum Shop in the Perkins Gallery features a curated selection of books for all ages, historical maps and prints, souvenirs, crafts, and educational toys.
Inspired: History | Culture | Place
Hutchins Education Center, July 10 - August 6, 2023, open daily 2-5 pm
The Wilson Museum’s summer art exhibit continues a long tradition of celebrating local art and artists. For this year’s exhibit, artists were asked to draw inspiration from the history, cultures, and landscapes of the Penobscot Bay Region and the world, echoing the museum’s educational mission. This exhibit is made possible through the generous support of Camden National Bank.
Antique Boat Exhibit
Living History Campus
A cornerstone of our living history program, the Boat Shop features an exhibit of traditional small boats from Castine, including Mace Eaton’s 1920s lapstrake peapod, Jake Dennett’s 1920s rowboat or tender, and the Ada Mae, a Castine Class prototype built by Mace Eaton.
Bagaduce Engine Company
Living History Campus
The Bagaduce Engine Company building is home to some of Castine’s early firefighting history. The display includes the “Bagaduce” fire engine, purchased by the town of Castine in 1845, the town’s 1917 fire alarm (which still works!), and other tools of the trade.