Spring is officially here, and with it comes the results of a lot of planning at the Museum over these winter months. We're particularly excited about Vines in the Vaults, an all-new event coming up on April 24th. Read all about it--and more--below. Here's hoping we'll see you soon, whether it's on the grounds, around the galleries, or in the vaults!
Sincerely,
The Brick Store Museum
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Vines in the Vaults
 "A treasured experience among treasures"Saturday, April 24th, 4:30-6:30PM
You're invited to a signature wine-tasting event like no other! With Nat Saywell of Portland's
R. P. Imports as your knowledgeable guide, sample wines from around the world in the truly unique, behind-the-scenes setting of the Museum's newly-renovated collections vaults!
On view especially for the evening will be rarely-seen artifacts like a gold nugget claimed by a Kennebunker during the Gold Rush, Civil War memorabilia, a letter signed by President Abraham Lincoln, stunning vintage jewelry, and a chair matching one recently showcased on the "Antiques Roadshow."
 Your ticket even includes a limited-edition, custom Brick Store Museum wine glass as a keepsake. Tickets are $30/person ($25/person for Museum members). Advance purchases only; visit or call the Museum. No tickets sold at the door. Sponsored by DeStefano & Associates, Inc.- Planning, Design, Construction; Dan Limmer Photography; Montembeau & Associates, LLC.; R & E Associates, Inc.; Silver Tureen; and Tourist News. Special thanks to Bel Cibo da Cherie and R. P. Imports.
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Mark Your Ballot for the Museum!
Vote for the Museum today!
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If you're a Kennebunk Savings customer, look for your opportunity to vote for the Brick Store Museum on the 2010 Customer Ballot you'll receive in the mail from Kennebunk Savings. As always, you can mail back your completed ballot or drop it off at a branch office anytime prior to April 30th. This year, using the printed code on your paper ballot, you can alternatively cast your vote online.
Each and every vote for the Museum equals valuable grant money which allows us to continue delivering the quality programs and exhibitions you've come to know and love; be sure to watch our 55-second "Make Your Case" video!
Last year, the Museum was awarded a grant of more than $950 through this amazing program. We hope we can count on you again in 2010. Thanks in advance for your support! |
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Local Restaurant Teams Up with Museum for Rewards
Duffy's Tavern & Grill has just launched "Duffy's Favorites," allowing customers to earn points for every dollar spent at the popular restaurant, which opened in downtown Kennebunk's historic Lafayette Center in 2008.
Points accrued by Duffy's Favorites translate to goodies and incentives offered at Duffy's and at participating businesses like the Brick Store Museum. Tracy Baetz, the museum's executive director, said, "Duffy's has found a creative way to reward customer loyalty and to highlight its Main Street neighbors. We're really pleased to be part of the roll-out of Duffy's Favorites." Visit Duffy's for all the details and to start accruing your points.
And, while you're enjoying your meal at Duffy's, be sure to check out the photographs on the walls! Owner David "Duffy" Cluff and his staff worked with the Museum to select many of the historical images, reprinted from the Museum's archival collections, to pay homage to the restaurant's former use as the Kesslen shoe mill. | |
The Brick Store Museum is located at 117 Main Street in the heart of Kennebunk's National Register Historic District. For more than 70 years, the Museum has been dedicated to preserving the rich cultural and artistic heritage of the Kennebunks. Its galleries and research archives are open year-round (closed holidays), Tuesdays-Fridays, 10-4:30 and Saturdays, 10-1. Admission is by donation; suggested $5/person. For more information, check us out at www.brickstoremuseum.org, or give us a call at 207.985.4802. | |
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Upcoming...
May 22 - June 12, 2010
For Pastels Only exhibition
 June 14, 2010
Spring Classic: 13th Annual Golf Tournament & Dinner |
Did You Know...
...that you only have through May 1st to catch the Pennies to Ride exhibition? Don't miss out on the chance to learn about the heyday of trolley travel on the seacoast, from 1899 to the 1930s, when passengers could ride the electric railway the 21 miles from Sanford to Cape Porpoise in 90 minutes for just 35 cents! |
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