Penobscot Marine Museum’s campus is currently closed for the winter. We’ll re-open in May 2026.
40 E Main Street | P.O. Box 498
Searsport, ME 04974
Phone: 207-548-2529
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.
Thursday, July 9
6pm
FREE
Maine is known for a lot of things, both good and bad, but piracy is not necessarily one of them, not when the Caribbean featured such temptations as gold and rum. But that does not mean that Maine did not see its share of piracy. Award-winning author, and occasional pirate, James L. Nelson will present a talk on Piracy on the Coast of Maine, a look at our very own buccaneers Down East.
Friday, July 10
Noon
FREE
Join us at Facebook.com/Penobscot as Museum Educator Sarah Cole uses high resolution images of our paintings to zoom in on all the details. See our paintings as never before! Learn about the artist and the history and geography behind the subject of the painting. Post your questions and comments during the live session.
One-time fee of $5/person, FREE for members
Bring a brown bag lunch, picnic blanket or lawn chair, and your knot project and join us for some crafting and conversation. We will provide participants with a packet including string and instructions for several knot projects. This is a casual crafting hour - our staff and volunteers will offer guidance but generally the knotting is self-led. Recommended supplies to bring include small needle-nosed pliers, sharp scissors, a butane lighter, and additional string or rope if desired. Recommended books are Des Pawson’s Knot Craft, Stuart Grainger’s Creative Ropecraft, and The Marlinspike Sailor by Hervey Garrett Smith. Canceled on rainy days. Join the group on the grass near the Camera Obscura (see map)
Wednesday 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.
Wednesday July 15
7pm to 8pm
FREE
Join us on Zoom for a casual crafting hour and conversation. We will post some possible knot projects and we encourage you to share your work! All ages and levels welcome. Recommended supplies include small needle-nosed pliers, sharp scissors, a butane lighter, and string or rope. Recommended books are Des Pawson’s Knot Craft, Stuart Grainger’s Creative Ropecraft, and The Marlinspike Sailor by Hervey Garrett Smith.
Friday, July 17
Noon
FREE
Join us at Facebook.com/Penobscot as Museum Educator Sarah Cole uses high resolution images of our paintings to zoom in on all the details. See our paintings as never before! Learn about the artist and the history and geography behind the subject of the painting. Post your questions and comments during the live session.
One-time fee of $5/person, FREE for members
Bring a brown bag lunch, picnic blanket or lawn chair, and your knot project and join us for some crafting and conversation. We will provide participants with a packet including string and instructions for several knot projects. This is a casual crafting hour - our staff and volunteers will offer guidance but generally the knotting is self-led. Recommended supplies to bring include small needle-nosed pliers, sharp scissors, a butane lighter, and additional string or rope if desired. Recommended books are Des Pawson’s Knot Craft, Stuart Grainger’s Creative Ropecraft, and The Marlinspike Sailor by Hervey Garrett Smith. Canceled on rainy days. Join the group on the grass near the Camera Obscura (see map)
Wednesday 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.
Wednesday July 22
7pm to 8pm
FREE
Join us on Zoom for a casual crafting hour and conversation. We will post some possible knot projects and we encourage you to share your work! All ages and levels welcome. Recommended supplies include small needle-nosed pliers, sharp scissors, a butane lighter, and string or rope. Recommended books are Des Pawson’s Knot Craft, Stuart Grainger’s Creative Ropecraft, and The Marlinspike Sailor by Hervey Garrett Smith.
Thursday, July 23rd, 6pm-8pm
$15/person
During down time at sea, 19th-century sailors mastered the art of decorative knots. In this workshop, you will learn the monkey’s fist and a basic Turk’s Head Knot for either a bracelet or wreath. All materials and supplies are provided by the Museum. Participants can pick up their supply package beginning Monday, July 13th and must return the included tools by July 29th. Participants can work on the projects throughout the week or wait and join us on Zoom on the 17th. BYOB! For questions, contact Jeana at jganskop@pmm-maine.org. Registrations can be made here or call 207-548-2529 between 8 and noon on Monday through Wednesday. Registration deadline is Noon on July 22nd.
