Wilson Museum

www.wilsonmuseum.org

 

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Organization
Wilson Museum
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Public information

Address for general public (first line)
109 Perkins Street
City for general public
Castine
State for general public
Maine
Zip for general public
04421-0196
Maine county
Hancock
Phone for general public
207-326-9247
E-mail for general public
Institution description
The mission of the Wilson Museum is to cultivate and encourage human connection across place, time, and cultures. The museum features the collection of J. Howard Wilson and includes archaeology, Native and world cultures, geology and local history. In addition to the museum itself, the campus includes the John & Phebe Perkins House, The Village Blacksmith, a Wood Shop and other exhibit/demonstration buildings. Free, with the exception of guided tours of the Perkins House. Open May 27- September 30: Monday-Friday 10am-5pm; Sat & Sun 2-5pm; Perkins House & Blacksmith open July & Aug, 2-5pm, Weds & Suns.
Institutional areas of strength
  • American Indian
  • Archaeology
  • Archive
  • Art
  • Ethnic History
  • Historic House
  • Living History
  • Local History
  • Maritime
  • Miscellaneous
  • Museum
  • National Register of Historic Places
  • Natural History
  • Science & Technology