News At The Museum
Build a Half-Hull Model
Learn the fine old art of half-hull modeling. For centuries, shipbuilders designed ships by carving a model of half of the hull, which allowed them to examine every curve and feature before beginning construction. A nicely carved half-hull model makes an impressive wall decoration or gift.
This class will build the 1934 Americas Cup boat Endeavour, one of the most graceful racing yachts ever built. Participants will build the model from "lifts" of basswood and mahogany, and mount the finished model on a cherry backboard. The class will be taught by Al Ross, an experienced model builder and educator.
We will have students from Searsport High School participating. Please let us know when you register if you would like to partner with a student. Everyone will build their own model.
Classes meet Monday and Wednesday, 2-5 pm, for four weeks: Mar 22, 24, 29, 31; Apr. 5, 7, 12, 14
Class fee: $135 (museum members); $150 (non-members); includes all materials
Registration: Call 207-548-2529 or Email
Gala & Auction 2010

Mark your calendar for PMM's big biennial Gala & Auction. The spectacular Point Lookout Resort & Conference Center in Northport will be the setting for an evening of dinner, dancing, art, antiques and music on August 5.
- Exciting live bidding bidding with auctioneer Kaja Veilleux of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
- Swing to the music of Three Button Deluxe
- Browse and bid the silent auction for nautical art, luxury services and unique gifts
- Dine on the delicious creations of Point Lookout's inspired chefs
- Gorgeous mountaintop views of Penobscot Bay
More information to follow. Questions? Contact Pam Delehey: 207-548-2529 ext.216
Museum Offers Archival Scanning
Preserve and share your family's history through PMM's archival digitization services. We'll scan your old photos, negatives or albums, using the same equipment, care and expertise that we apply to our own collections. You'll be able to share images via CD or online, create your own custom publications, and share your family's heritage with friends and loved ones. Museum members receive a 10% discount. Contact our photography department for details: 207-548-2529 ext. 210 or Email.
Challenge Grant Doubles Your Donation
PMM is excited and extremely grateful to an anonymous donor for a challenge grant made in honor of Edith Murphy, the museum's registrar for nine years, who passed away in 2009. Every dollar we receive between now and March 31 will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $10,000. Please join us in this effort to raise important funds for the museum while honoring Edith.
In The News
- Museum Acquires Four New Photo Collections
- New Glass Plate Negatives Highlight Belfast History
- REO Cars Descend on Museum
- Jacob Pike Blogged by Society for the Appreciation of the Lowly Tinned Sardine
- Another close call - By Dagney C. Ernest
- Marine museum opens fisheries exhibit, By Jessica Bloch
- ‘Downtown Views’ includes portrait of Great Cranberry - By Jessica Bloch, Bangor Daily News
- Eastern Illustrating and Publishing Company Feature Story - Creative Image Maker Magazine
- Chinese New Year Festival in Portland
- Belfast Celebrates Maritime Heritage - WCSH6.com July 27, 2008
- Searsport: Stolen Maine images returned - July 25, 2008 - Bangor Daily News
- Penobscot Marine Museum - Down East Magazine 2007
- Penobscot Marine Museum Receives Grant to Preserve Historical Collections - July 07
- Wooden lobster boats now an endangered species - Maine Today June 17, 2007
- When sailing ships ruled, Maine was global player - Maine Today June 3, 2007
- Kevin Johnson, from the Penobscot Marine Museum of Searsport, ME appears on Bangor's WABI TV News to talk about the Glass Plate Image Archive. May 24, 2007
- Penobscot Marine Museum Education Resource Wins Award By PSA May 17, 2007
- The Penobscot Marine Museum Sea Gull Arrives