Backshore Beach Bash

Join your fellow Castinians for fun and food at the Backshore Beach Bash! Burgers and dogs provided. Bring your own sides, drinks, and beach chair. There will be yard games, volleyball, and tunes. Come join the summer fun! Sponsored by Castine's Recreation Committee.

Hands-On History Open House at Wilson Museum

At the Wilson Museum, 112 Perkins Street / Castine, Maine. Demonstrations, Dinosaur Egg Hunt, & a Floating Open House! DELIGHTFUL DEMONSTRATIONS Kicking off our season of demonstrations will be our Hands-On History Open House. Bring your friends and family for unique and engaging demonstrations across our campus. There will be engaging demonstrations and youth visitors ... Read more

Kneisel Festival Weekly Chamber Music Concert

Join us in 2025 for nine weeks of magnificent chamber music with our outstanding Kneisel Hall faculty, guest artists, and the ever-exceptional Young Artists. Since its founding in 1902, Kneisel Hall has been a summer haven for thousands of artists who are deeply passionate about chamber music. Immersing in timeless chamber music repertoire and performing ... Read more

Classical Concert, a Benefit

Please join Heather Emanuelson & Friends for a concert at the Trinitarian Congregational Parish of Castine to benefit the wonderful music program of the church. The concert will begin at 4p, a cocktail reception with the musicians to follow in the garden under the tent. Donations welcome. 68 Main Street / Castine, Maine

Performance on Handcrafted Flutes, by Renowned Native Musician Hawk Henries

After the Wilson Museum’s Hands-On History Open House, join renowned Native artist, composer, and flute musician Hawk Henries (Nipmuc) for a performance on his handcrafted flutes in the Wilson Museum’s Hutchins Education Center at 6 pm. As one of a relatively small number of Native flute makers who continue in the tradition of using only ... Read more

Mondays Shuck! Oysters at the Pentagöet

Who’s ready for a shucking good time? Presenting “Mondays Shuck!” Oyster Pop-ups in the courtyard of the Pentagöet Inn! (26 Main Street / Castine, Maine) The inn has partnered with five local oyster farms to bring weekly oyster nights to Castine: @tapleycoveoyster + @deerisleoysterco + @waukeagneckoyster + @fishcreekoysters + @besodelmaroysters Starting June 23 through September 29 from ... Read more

Hands-On History at Wilson Museum

At the Wilson Museum, 112 Perkins Street / Castine, Maine. SEE, SMELL, TOUCH, & HEAR HISTORY IN ACTION Immerse yourself in history, culture, and place during our Hands-On History Days. This is a must-visit experience you’ll want to repeat year after year. Each Hands-On History Day you can experience engaging activities and demonstrations! Special demonstrations ... Read more

Mi’kmaq Storytelling & Songs

At the Wilson Museum, 112 Perkins Street / Castine, Maine. Through Mi'kmaq Storytelling and Songs, join us as we venture through the Mi'kmaq culture through stories and songs. John Dennis will bring stories and songs, while bringing an understanding of how stories impact the Mi'kmaq culture. This presentation is free of charge and can be ... Read more

Summer Reading Kick Off at Witherle Library

On the Town Common, 41 School Street / Castine, Maine. Join us for movie night for children and parents in the Adult Reading Room of the Witherle Library from 5-7PM. We will be showing the movie The Secret Garden complete with popcorn and lemonade. This event will kick off our Summer Reading. Registration is required. ... Read more

Family Movie Night: The Secret Garden

Join us for movie night for children and parents in the Adult Reading Room of the Witherle Library from 5-7PM. (41 School Street / Castine, Maine) We will be showing the movie The Secret Garden complete with popcorn and lemonade. This event will kick off our Summer Reading. Registration is required. Children under the age ... Read more