Events
Lectures, Workshops, Events
For more information or to register for any of these programs, contact Jeana Ganskop, Education Director, at 207-548-2529 ext. 213 or jganskop@pmm-maine.org.
Junior Adventurers: Maps
PMM Visitors Center 2 Church St., Searsport, MEJunior Adventurers: Maps
Wednesday, July 17
11am and lasts half an hour to one hour
Included with Museum admission
Enjoy a reading of Tish Rabe’s There’s a Map on My Lap followed by a compass rose game and craft, a special visit to the Where in the World exhibit, and a pirate’s map treasure hunt.
Sponsored by Wayne Hamilton in memory of Loraine Hamilton.
Junior Adventurers: Animals at Sea
PMM Visitors Center 2 Church St., Searsport, MEWednesday, July 24
11am and lasts half an hour to one hour
Included with Museum admission
Beginning with a reading of Captain’s Castaway, participants will also enjoy visiting the animals photograph exhibit, making a wildlife feeder to take home, and more.
Sponsored by Wayne Hamilton in memory of Loraine Hamilton.
Children’s Explore Camp (Ages 9-12)
PMM Visitors Center 2 Church St., Searsport, MEMonday, July 29th - Friday, August 2nd
9am-4pm
$195 per camper or $160 for PMM members
Registration deadline is July 8th
Junior Adventurers: Ice
PMM Visitors Center 2 Church St., Searsport, MEWednesday, July 31
11am and lasts half an hour to one hour
Included with Museum admission
Discover the cool history of ice harvesting through a reading of The Ice Horse, a science experiment, a visit to the ice harvesting exhibit, and more.
Sponsored by Wayne Hamilton in memory of Loraine Hamilton.
Junior Adventurers: Pirates!
PMM Visitors Center 2 Church St., Searsport, MEWednesday, August 7
11am and lasts half an hour to one hour
Included with Museum admission
Explore the life of a pirate through Eve Bunting’s Pirate Boy, furling and unfurling the sails of Yard-in-the-Yard, and finishing with a treasure hunt!
Sponsored by Wayne Hamilton in memory of Loraine Hamilton.
Junior Adventurers on Facebook Live!
Facebook.com/Penobscot https://www.facebook.com/PenobscotWednesday July 8
11am and lasts 20-30 minutes
Free
Join us at Facebook.com/Penobscot to discover the Penobscot Marine Museum through pictures stories, crafts, & more. These weekly programs are designed for children and their families to have fun with the museum. Each will explore a different topic and will include a craft to make at home! Follow us on Facebook to stay up-to-date with weekly themes and suggested craft supplies.
Junior Adventurers on Facebook Live!
Facebook.com/Penobscot https://www.facebook.com/PenobscotWednesday July 15
11am and lasts 20-30 minutes
Free
Join us at Facebook.com/Penobscot to discover the Penobscot Marine Museum through pictures stories, crafts, & more. These weekly programs are designed for children and their families to have fun with the museum. Each will explore a different topic and will include a craft to make at home! Follow us on Facebook to stay up-to-date with weekly themes and suggested craft supplies.
Junior Adventurers on Facebook Live!
Facebook.com/Penobscot https://www.facebook.com/PenobscotWednesday July 22
11am and lasts 20-30 minutes
Free
Join us at Facebook.com/Penobscot to discover the Penobscot Marine Museum through pictures stories, crafts, & more. These weekly programs are designed for children and their families to have fun with the museum. Each will explore a different topic and will include a craft to make at home! Follow us on Facebook to stay up-to-date with weekly themes and suggested craft supplies.
Junior Adventurers on Facebook Live!
Facebook.com/Penobscot https://www.facebook.com/PenobscotWednesday July 29
11am and lasts 20-30 minutes
Free
Join us at Facebook.com/Penobscot to discover the Penobscot Marine Museum through pictures stories, crafts, & more. These weekly programs are designed for children and their families to have fun with the museum. Each will explore a different topic and will include a craft to make at home! Follow us on Facebook to stay up-to-date with weekly themes and suggested craft supplies.
Kids Museum by Mail – Ice
ZoomWednesday, February 17th
11am
$10/kit (up to 4 kids) including shipping. Register here.
Discover the history and science of ice harvesting in Maine with this Museum by Mail kit. Kit includes real images of Maine ice harvesting, a BINGO game, craft supplies, plus a science experiment! Choose how you and your kids participate: DIY with included instructions, watch the video on Youtube, or join us on Zoom at 11am on February 17th. Links provided with registration. Perfect for ages 6-10, adult help may be needed. Register by February 11th to ensure materials arrive before Zoom workshop.