Castine and the Cultural Landscapes of the Cod Fishery

Location: Mitchell Room, Castine Historical Society, 17 School Street, Castine Reservations required for in-person attendance. Click here to RSVP or for the link to watch online. Drawing on his new book, Cod Coasts, Professor Stephen Hornsby will discuss the development of the cod fishery along the coasts of northeastern North America from the early sixteenth century ... Read more

Town Band Performance at Wilson Museum

107 Perkins Street / Castine, Maine. A Delightful Summer Staple! Bring a chair and enjoy the Castine Town Band’s free outdoor concert performed along the picturesque shores of Penobscot Bay. In the case of rain, the performance will be held at Emerson Hall on Court Street. In the late nineteenth century Castine's Town Band was ... Read more

Mr. Drew & His Animals Too

Join us at Emerson Hall, 67 Court Street in Castine, at 10:30am. Mr. Drew and His Animals Too is a natural science and exotic animal rescue and rehabilitation center that features a hands-on approach to learning about these fascinating animals.

Hands-On History at Wilson Museum

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

Mondays Shuck! Oysters at the Pentagöet

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

A journey from curiosity to preservation, with wine!

A Fundraiser to Support Historic Preservation at the Wilson Museum with Castine's own wine aficionado Jamie Stuart-Smith 120 Perkins Street / Castine, Maine Are you curious about the exhibits at the Wilson Museum? Are you interested in learning more about wine? Join us on a journey around the world and back in time as we ... Read more

Community Poetry Reading

At Witherle Library, 41 School Street. Moderated by Johanna Sweet. Details to be announced.

Hands-On History at Wilson Museum

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

Imagine and Create a Puppet with Lucky Platt

Lucky Platt is a visual artist and author of Imagine a Wolf.  Class is limited to 8 participants: ages 8 - 12 (younger children are welcome with an adult). Limited to 12 participants. For more information please email debra@witherlelibrary.net. To register: https://forms.gle/uLPZvf3MT7NbHnau7 Location: Witherle Memorial Library (41 School Street / Castine, Maine)