Abbe Museum

To illuminate and advance greater understanding of and support for Wabanaki Nations’ heritage, living cultures, and homelands. In recent years, the Abbe has grown from a small trailside museum, privately operated within Acadia National Park, to an exciting contemporary museum in the heart of downtown Bar Harbor. At the Abbe's downtown museum, visitors find dynamic and stimulating exhibitions and activities interspersed with spaces for quiet reflection. The history and cultures of the Native people in what we now know as Maine, the Wabanaki, are showcased through changing exhibitions, special events, teacher workshops, and workshops for children and adults. “The museum is heartfelt, accessible, and has something for all visitors but doesn’t shy away from telling the hard truths of the past and present. We are all involved in the process of making the world better. Thank you for the opportunity to learn and appreciate, to recognize beauty and work, and the unity of all things.” —Emma, 2018 [read more]

Bar Harbor Historical Society

From a small room under the stairs of the Jesup Memorial Library to a three-story “cottage,” the Bar Harbor Historical Society has certainly seen big changes in our nearly-80 years of operation! Here at the BHHS, our goal is to serve and safeguard Bar Harbor’s history for generations to come, and for La Rochelle to be a part of the future as a cultural center, with exciting events and enriching programs for all to enjoy. [read more]

George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History

Maine Granite Industry Historical Society Museum

Mt Desert Island Historical Society

Penobscot Marine Museum

Seal Cove Auto Museum

Telephone Museum

The Black House Museum at Woodlawn

Our Vision A vibrant historic estate for recreation and education Our Mission Woodlawn nurtures curiosity and a sense of place by promoting Downeast Maine’s cultural heritage and offering diverse educational and recreational experiences. Our Values Respect for the Founding Principles of the Woodlawn property and the goals for its use, growth and sustainability, with deliberate focus on: Woodlawn’s culture that enables us to pursue sustainable, relevant, and entrepreneurial efforts that serve our current and future needs, The lessons of our region’s history and its relevance to today, Responsible policymaking, relying on due diligence, expertise, and consensus of the Woodlawn Board of Trustees through thoughtful discussion and deliberation. ​Respect for, and commitment to, the Hancock County community, with deliberate focus on: Support and furtherance of the fellowship, respect, and sense of purpose that visitors experience at Woodlawn and the strong sense of place that the property evokes. Woodlawn’s community relationships, enhanced through programming, community leadership, cooperation and collaboration. The importance of our guest’s experience by encouraging an individual sense of satisfaction and enjoyment. Understanding and pursuit of Woodlawn’s responsibility to nurture interest in, and educate our visitors about, Hancock County’s history, with deliberate focus on: Access to world class educational and archival resources for research and enrichment. Our unique and diverse recreational opportunities provided through our land holdings. [read more]

Wendell Gilley Museum