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.


  • POP Studies: Storage of Items in a Historic House

    Zoom

    This class teaches practical strategies for preserving antiques in everyday living spaces, recognizing that most people want to enjoy their heirlooms rather than store them away. Focusing on affordable ways to improve home environmental conditions, the course covers how to reduce risks like mold, rust, and fading, and how to place antiques in areas with […]

    $60
  • 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
  • Member Monday: Vinalhaven Summers by Eliot Elisofon

    Zoom

    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 were donated by his daughter Elin. This collection has since been digitized and cataloged and ready to be explored. If you are not familiar with […]

  • 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

    Zoom

    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

    Zoom

    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. […]

  • 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, […]

    $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, […]

    $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, […]