Adult Education

Would you like to host an educational event for your group or community? Museum staff are available by special arrangement for talks, presentations, classes and demonstrations. Contact us to arrange one of the following programs, or to request a custom-designed presentation on Maine or local history, maritime history, genealogy and other subjects.

Consult our Calendar for currently scheduled events.

Presentations

Historic Images of Your Town


Our photography collections include tens of thousands of images of Maine cities and towns from the early 20th century. Photography archivist Kevin Johnson will select key images from your community and present a slide show that is sure to spur memories and elicit valuable community input on town history. Contact : 207-548-2529 ext. 210.



Maine and the Oriental Trade

Maine ships and sailors were at the fore in the 19th century trade with China and Japan, helping establish the United States as a world trading power. Staff from our education department will discuss trade patterns and the trade goods that flowed both ways across the oceans. Contact : 207-548-2529 ext. 206



Maine's Windjammers

Maine's modern, passenger-carrying windjammer fleet grew directly out of a centuries-old tradition of coastal shipping in sloops and schooners. Today, the windjammers are a potent symbol of Maine and an important component of its tourist economy. Contact : 207-548-2529 ext. 212.



Classes

Inspired by the Oriental Trade

Participants will learn a variety of art techniques and create beautiful objects inspired by 19th century artifacts in the museum's collections. Projects may include a Japanese tea box, watercolor-painted fans, an orihon accordion book, a habotai scarf, and a lacquered tray. All levels of experience can be accommodated. Contact : 207-548-2529 ext. 206



Creative Shadowboxes for Adults



Dioramas or shadowboxes were a popular form of folk art in the 19th century. They can tell a story, honor a person or event, focus on a theme or be abstract in nature. Each participant will create a unique diorama using a variety of techniques and materials, including collage, assemblage, sculpture, painting, and lettering. Have fun "Inside the Box" and let your imagination guide you. We will provide a variety of materials, and participants may bring their own. All levels of experience can be accommodated. Contact : 207-548-2529 ext. 206