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Penobscot Marine Museum, Searsport

4.6
#11 of 32 in Museums in Mid Coast Maine
Must see · Historic Site · Specialty Museum
The Penobscot Marine Museum in Searsport, Maine, United States, is Maine's oldest maritime museum and is designed to preserve and educate people regarding Maine's and Searsport's rich and unique maritime and shipbuilding history. It was founded in 1936, and is located at 5 Church Street in the center of Searsport.
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  • By Keith S
    I had planned to visit here mainly because it was on my way, not because of any particular interest. I arrived about 10:30 and stayed for a couple hours. So glad I did! I found the various displays...  more »
  • By CherylM345
    My husband and I went with another couple to this museum and we all enjoyed it. It was very interesting to see the homes of the sea captains and how they lived. And the risks they took and how many...  more »
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  • By Marita Fitzpatrick
    Awesome! Very informative staff. Unique museum made up of several buildings, each featuring something different. We saw living quarters, an exhibit of nautical paintings, and great examples of small boats of varied purpose & design. The camera obscura was so cool!
  • By Virginia Salisbury
    Thoroughly enjoyed our visit today. Learned a lot about Searsport and its history. Loved seeing the old wooden boats. You should go!
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