Jews have a long history in Maine, with thriving communities across the state. They came to Maine for the same reasons as so many others: to live well and raise their families within the state's appealing natural and cultural environment. The experiences of Jewish Mainers, however, have also been distinctive on account of their occupational […]
Join Museum Volunteer Joe M. to learn about basketmaking and origami, or other traditional arts & craft! The Demonstration Station is here in the galleries every Tuesday* to demonstrate the art of basketmaking and origami for visitors! Stop by the Demonstration Station to learn more and give these creative crafts a try! The Demonstration Station […]
This afternoon features a special NIGHTCAP BEFORE CHRISTMAS (alcoholic & non!), gift-wrapping (by donation), storytelling by reenactors and tastes of traditional cultural desserts, last minute shopping at the Museum's Christmas Market, view the Gingerbread House Display, and our pop-up Candlelight Stroll exhibit which tells the stories of immigrant families of the 19th & 20th centuries. […]
SOLD OUT! “Dear Sarah,” a play about the true Kennebunk love story of doomed sea captain Charles Barry and his wife Sarah, will be presented by the Brick Store Museum on Saturday, February 24 at 3:00pm, paired with light appetizers by Above & Beyond Catering and tastes of historic wines that the Barrys would have […]
Exploring the Past Forum: Diverse Perspectives in Archaeology Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 10am - 2pm (Inclement Weather Date: Sunday, March 3, 2024) Lunch is included in cost, which supports stipends for visiting presenters. ++ Summary: Tim Spahr, ALM, Registered Professional Archaeologist and Principal Investigator for the Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance presents a forum for […]
History in Your Own Backyard Thursday, April 25 from 12pm – 1pm ++ Summary: From settlement subsistence through twentieth-century extravagances, experience an armchair tour of Maine’s rich garden legacy, uncovering the unique qualities that define each stylistic tradition. Then, see how these traditions inspire our contemporary design process, celebrating the past with a fresh new […]
On Tuesday, May 7, at 4:00 p.m., Paul Wells, curator of the “Wicked Good Fiddling” exhibit currently on display at the Brick Store Museum, will speak at the museum about the history of fiddling in Maine. Wells will expand on some of the topics highlighted in the exhibit and illustrate his talk with photos and […]
Energy Conservation, Retrofitting Old Homes Thursday, May 23 from 12pm – 1pm ++ Summary: One of the most challenging issues facing homeowners is how to make older or historic homes more energy efficient without sacrificing character and charm. This lecture presents a historic preservation perspective on insulation, air sealing, mechanical upgrades, and other energy retrofit […]
Why do we celebrate Pride? Join the Brick Store Museum to hear the history of this social movement. The evolution of human society, with the challenges we have had and continue to face, requires thinking that is different. New and as yet unknown problems demand novel, divergent thinking, at the same time as we struggle […]
Explore Kennebunk's seafaring heritage with this lecture by Joe Mulqueen! Kennebunk and Kennebunkport were well-known for their shipbuilding prowess in the 18th and 19th centuries. The shipyards along the Kennebunk River launched 400 ships during the century, with vessels sailing to far away ports across the world. Investigate what it took to build a vessel! […]
Cookie Davis, a beloved local artist and laborer, is featured in the Brick Store Museum’s current exhibition, “Bold Visions: The Folk Art of Collyer Bowen and Cookie Davis.” Born Colman Davis before her transition to Dominique London in later life – nicknamed “Cookie” by friends and neighbors – she was well-known in the Kennebunks, and […]
The Brick Store Museum's All Souls' Walk began its annual Hallowmas season tradition 21 years ago this year, with a guided walk through neighboring Hope Cemetery. Join us this year to revisit old friends and hear NEW tales from the past honoring their lives and stories. The All Souls' Walk invites participants into Hope […]