Share our stories and be part of history
40 E. Main Street, Searsport, ME 04974 | 207-548-2529Raise a sail, read a seaman’s diary, sing a sea chantey! Voyage through HUNDREDS of years, THOUSANDS of miles, and MILLIONS of stories with us. Explore art, objects, photos, and hands-on exhibits.

Save the Date!
Visit us in person or online for workshops, lectures, special exhibits, kids’ events, and more. View our calendar for upcoming events.
Online Collections
Explore our vast collection of artifacts and photographs.
View our historic photo collections by renowned photographers.
Membership
Join today and help us continue to inspire curiosity and foster understanding about life and work on the Maine coast.
Historical Photographs
Acres of Campus
Small Boats
Current Exhibits
Permanent Exhibit
At Home, At Sea
Rusticators on the Water
Latest News
Check out what’s going on at Penobscot Marine Museum! From updates our lecture series to special events and exhibits, we’ve got news for everyone. See all our recent posts.
January 2025 Newsletter
Join our community conversation about the former Belfast canneries, sign up for our Sailor’s Valentine Workshop next month, and explore some new digital collections.
December Newsletter
Join us at a book launch party, enroll your kids in February vacation day-camps, and shop some great holiday gifts!
November Newsletter
In November, we invite you to join our conversation about the closing of Maine’s sardine canneries, plus get ready for the holidays with a sailor’s knot wreath-making workshop.
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