Special Events at PMM

Lectures, Workshops, Events
You’re invited to join us at Penobscot Marine Museum for our ongoing series of special events! For more information, contact Jeana Ganskop, Education Director, at 207-548-2529 or jganskop@pmm-maine.org.

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  • PMM Pop-Up Children’s Museum

    Penobscot Marine Museum 2 Church Street, Searsport, United States

    New at Penobscot Marine Museum! Perfect for local families who are looking for a nearby, indoor play and learning opportunity, Penobscot Marine Museum is excited to open the PMM Pop-Up […]

    $5

  • Member Monday: Vinalhaven Summers by Eliot Elisofon

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    In 2020, PMM received a collection of photos by world renown Life Magazine photographer, Eliot Elisofon.  Nearly 2,000 slides and negatives shot by Elisofon between 1940-1970, on or around Vinalhaven […]

  • PMM Pop-Up Children’s Museum

    Penobscot Marine Museum 2 Church Street, Searsport, United States

    New at Penobscot Marine Museum! Perfect for local families who are looking for a nearby, indoor play and learning opportunity, Penobscot Marine Museum is excited to open the PMM Pop-Up Children’s Museum on March 7th and 14th. The PMM Pop-Up Children’s Museum will occur in the museum’s Old Vestry building featuring one large room full […]

    $5

  • POP Studies: How to Preserve Family Letters, Antiques & Heirlooms

    POP Studies: How to Preserve Family Letters, Antiques & Heirlooms
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    This class offers practical advice on cleaning, storage, and display techniques to ensure the preservation of family letters, antiques, and heirlooms for future generations. Building on earlier classes (though not required), it reviews safe handling and display methods, then focuses on how to clean different materials, choose appropriate storage options, and recognize when professional conservation […]

    $60

  • Member Monday: Revisiting January 31, 1884

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    In a recent social media post, we shared a map with the locations of over 75 Searsport sea captains on January 31, 1884. The map freezes a moment in time. What came before and after? Who are the people represented by the dots on the map? Join Education Director Jeana Ganskop to answer these questions […]

  • April Break Kids Vacation Mini Camps

    Penobscot Marine Museum 2 Church Street, Searsport, United States

    Each morning session will be focused on a theme and will include a variety of activities to get participants active and engaged. Sessions will include crafts, games, exhibit visits, music, and more. Afternoon sessions will include free-play time, stories, and a maker space. Morning sessions run 9am to noon, and afternoon sessions run 1pm to […]

    $220

  • PMM Pre-Season Sneak Peek

    Penobscot Marine Museum 2 Church Street, Searsport, United States

    Thursday, May 7th, 10am-11:30am OR 12pm-1:30pm Penobscot Marine Museum staff are busy getting ready to open for the 2026 season at the end of May. During this Pre-Season Sneak Peek, attendees will get the opportunity to go behind the scenes to see what’s going on and what’s coming up. Attendees will be the first to […]

    $20

  • Opening Reception

    Penobscot Marine Museum 2 Church Street, Searsport, United States

    Celebrate the start of the season at the Penobscot Marine Museum. Join us on campus for an evening of light refreshments, conversation, and a first look at this year’s exhibitions. […]

  • Homeschool Days—Hello! Communication in the 1800s

    Penobscot Marine Museum 2 Church Street, Searsport, United States

    Homeschool families are invited to the Penobscot Marine Museum for a hands-on educational visit designed for all ages. Participants can learn about Searsport sea captains and their families, enjoy crafts, […]