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SUMMARY:Dear Sarah: A Play of Historic Letters
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT!\n[Please email info@brickstoremuseum.org if you are interested in an additional show!] \n“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 enjoyed in the mid-19th century. \nThe 50-minute show will cover two years of the married couple’s separation due to Captain Barry’s work as a sea captain from Kennebunk in the 1840s. \nThe play was crafted through Barry’s letters to his wife during his travels around the world\, which are now held in the Museum’s Archives. \nCaptain Charles Barry was born in 1811 in Boston. He became a ship captain at an early age\, and married Sarah\, the oldest daughter of Kennebunk shipbuilder William Lord\, in the 1840s. Throughout his years away from Sarah at sea\, Barry continually wrote to her\, describing what he saw\, felt\, and experienced. They couple had two young sons when Captain Barry and his ship\, the William Lord\, went missing after departing from South Carolina in 1850. He was never heard from again. \nTickets: $20 per person\, $15 for Museum Members (reserve yours below!). \nSupported by Marquee Sponsor Kennebunk Savings Bank
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/dearsarah2024/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Past Forum
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the Past Forum: Diverse Perspectives in Archaeology \nSaturday\, March 2\, 2024 from 10am – 2pm \n(Inclement Weather Date: Sunday\, March 3\, 2024) \nLunch is included in cost\, which supports stipends for visiting presenters. \n++ \nSummary: \nTim Spahr\, ALM\, Registered Professional Archaeologist and Principal Investigator for the Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance presents a forum for curious minds at all levels that seek to learn\, discuss and share insights into the fascinating world of archaeology. Hosted at the Brick Store Museum. \nPresenters:\nDr. Gemma Hudgell\, Archaeologist\, Co-owner and Assistant Director of the Northeast Archaeology Research Center (NE ARC). \nHighly accomplished with extensive knowledge in archaeology of the UK\, southern Africa\, and the northeastern United States. Dr. Hudgell’s 18 years of consulting archaeology experience with top-notch cultural resource management services for clients throughout Maine\, New Hampshire\, and Vermont. \n Elizabeth Kelley\, MFA\, is the Senior Artist for the Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance. \nWith drawings published in the Journal of Island and Coastal Archaeology\, the Maine Archaeological Society Bulletin and educational websites\, Elizabeth has played an important role in documenting the cultural landscape\, features and artifacts of peoples who have occupied Cape Porpoise for 8\,000 years. In this presentation\, Elizabeth will share her experiences and techniques in utilizing art to document local findings in Maine. \nDr. Bonnie Newsom\, is a member of the Penobscot Nation and an archaeologist interested in the pre-contact lifeways of Wabanaki peoples. She is an Associate Professor of Anthropology and Associate Faculty in the Climate Change Institute at the University of Maine. \nThrough a captivating blend of oral narratives and archaeological evidence\, Dr. Newsom will delve into the deep connection between Wabanaki people and diverse bird species\, shedding light on their cultural significance and the valuable insights they provide into past ecologies. Join us for an enlightening presentation titled “Birds in Wabanaki Pasts.” \nDawna Lamson\, BA\, Senior Field Archaeologist\, Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance. \nDawna’s archaeological career began in high school only to learn she had a family history in archaeology. Dawna is a testament to the fact that archaeology spans across varied disciplines\, making it an enriching and fulfilling journey for curious and sponge-like minds. Her passion for archaeology is evident in her ability to bring the past to life and connect people to the stories of those who came before us. \n++ \nForum Agenda: \n• Opening\n• Presenters\n• Lunch\n• Presenters\n• Expert Panel Discussion & Questions \n++ \nQuestions? Please email us at info@brickstoremuseum.org \n++ \nPlease register below by FEBRUARY 29! The Forum offers in-person and virtual streaming options. \n 
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/exploring-the-past-forum/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T130000
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SUMMARY:History in Your Own Backyard
DESCRIPTION:History in Your Own Backyard  \nThursday\, April 25 from 12pm – 1pm \n++ \nSummary: \nFrom 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 perspective. Combining history\, horticulture\, and landscape design\, this lecture has something for everyone. Make history come alive in your own backyard! \nThis is a virtual event! There will be time for Q&A at the end of the presentation. \nJoin us in this third lecture in our monthly “Your Old House: And Other Preservation Stories” series. \nThis is a free event that will be hosted on Zoom. Register in advance here. \n++ \n  \nPresenter:\nLucinda A. Brockway\, Part-time principal and owner of Past Designs LLC \nPast Designs LLC is a landscape preservation and design firm in Kennebunk\, Maine. An award-winning landscape designer and preservationist\, Brockway serves a national clientele\, including The National Trust\, the Newport Restoration Foundation\, and numerous state and federal preservation agencies. Today she also works full time as Senior Director of Cultural Resources for The Trustees of Reservations\, leading public garden\, and cultural landscape preservation across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. \n  \n++ \nQuestions? Please email us at info@brickstoremuseum.org
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/history-in-your-own-backyard/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Events,Programs
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SUMMARY:History of Fiddling in Maine Lecture
DESCRIPTION: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 musical examples. \nThis event will also serve as the book launch for “The Maine Musical Compendium\,” of which Wells is the author. It is a book of fiddle tunes drawn from published and manuscript music collections that were created in the 1820s\, the era when Maine achieved independent statehood. The tunebook is a joint publication of the Museum and Mousam River Music. It is currently available in the Museum Store or directly from Paul at the book launch! \nAdmission to this lecture – and the exhibitions! – is free thanks to sponsorship by William Lord and Kennebunk Savings Bank!
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/history-of-fiddling-in-maine-lecture/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T130000
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SUMMARY:Energy Conservation\, Retrofitting Old Homes
DESCRIPTION:Energy Conservation\, Retrofitting Old Homes \nThursday\, May 23 from 12pm – 1pm \n++ \nSummary: \nOne 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 opportunities in your older home. Come away with a framework for making an old house more energy efficient\, and hear about how Historic New England has made significant energy improvements to its properties without damaging historic fabric. \nThis is a virtual event! There will be time for Q&A at the end of the presentation. \nJoin us in this fourth lecture in our monthly “Your Old House: And Other Preservation Stories” series. \nThis is a free event that will be hosted on Zoom. Register in advance here. \n++ \n \nPresenter:\nElizabeth Paliga\, Preservation Services Manager\, Northern New England\, Historic New England \nElizabeth joined Historic New England in 2021 as the Preservation Services Manager for Northern New England. She oversees forty privately-owned easement properties\, working with homeowners to answer questions about routine maintenance as well as review proposals for larger projects. She also engages with the cultural history of the region by researching the lives of the people who lived at these properties. \nElizabeth previously worked with local governments in Scotland to protect vulnerable properties from insensitive alteration. She holds a MSc in Architectural Conservation from the University of Edinburgh and two BAs\, in Archaeology and Architectural Studies\, from Boston University. \n  \n++ \nQuestions? Please email us at info@brickstoremuseum.org
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/energy-conservation-retrofitting-old-homes/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Events,Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T190000
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Pride & Prejudice 2.0: Diversity\, Visibility and Progress
DESCRIPTION: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 to find more inclusivity that allows more input\, more unique ways of looking at the world which ultimately lead to solutions we cannot anticipate by doing otherwise. \n \nThe Pride movement stems from a singular event\, the Stonewall uprising\, where LGBTQ+ people fought back against prejudice\, discrimination\, and violence. Part of the Pride movement that began in the 1970s was a critical examination of the largely invisible contributions of LGBTQ+ people in a wide array of social\, political\, scientific\, and economic pursuits. This short presentation\, followed by a discussion\, will delve into the very human elements of pride and prejudice\, as it presents in social interactions; showcase important LGBTQ+ contributors to think about; and highlight why we should reconsider long-held biases towards LGBTQ+ people from the view of human advancement. \nThe presenter\, Christine Caulfield\, has been a volunteer at Maine Transgender Network for over eight years\, facilitating support groups for transgender individuals over 35\, running workshops and training in a variety of public and professional settings\, and acting as board treasurer. She is a retired high school teacher\, a proud parent and grandparent\, a world traveler\, and ardent fan of history. She welcomes the opportunity for these presentations and discussions. \nAdmission to the lecture is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated to support continued programming. Don’t forget to visit the Museum to add the names of those you love to our Pride Garland\, throughout the month of June! \nPlease RSVP below so the Museum can have an accurate guest count.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/pridelecture/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T150000
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SUMMARY:Lecture: "A Million Trees: Shipbuilding in the Kennebunks"
DESCRIPTION: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! Joe’s talk will explore the skills and processes of timber frame shipbuilding. \nAfter the lecture\, explore the Museum’s newest Bauman Gallery exhibit\, “A Ship’s Story\,” now on view! \nThis lecture is FREE and open to the public thanks to the support of Kennebunk Savings Bank (a bank that started due to the local maritime economy!). \nRSVP below so we know you’re coming!
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/lecture-a-million-trees-shipbuilding-in-the-kennebunks/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T203000
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Night: Cookie Davis
DESCRIPTION: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 particularly Cape Porpoise.  \nBecause so many in the community knew her\, the Brick Store Museum is hosting a Community Story Sharing Night\, welcoming participants to come and share stories and memories of Cookie to be forever held in the Museum’s archives. This free event will actively collect oral histories as told by participants\, who will discuss these stories in an informal group setting in the Museum’s gallery\, facilitated by Sean Driscoll of BBsquared and Cynthia Walker\, the Museum’s director.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/storytelling-night-cookie-davis/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T150000
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SUMMARY:All Souls' Walk
DESCRIPTION: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.\n  \n\nThe All Souls’ Walk invites participants into Hope Cemetery & Woods\, led by a knowledgeable tour guide\, to “meet” the ghosts of Kennebunk’s past and learn about the lives of residents that came before us.\n\n  \nStories and experiences range from funny\, to sad\, to passionate\, to mystifying. Not too spooky\, it’s the perfect Halloween activity for the whole family. The tour lasts about 75 minutes\, and covers roughly a 1/2 mile through the cemetery.\n\n  \nPresented with our Mission Partners at: Maine Community Bank\n  \n\n\nThis tour SELLS OUT. For those wanting to ensure they are in a tour group with friends and family\, please purchase your tickets together. The Museum will not be able to “add” you to a sold-out tour (even if the rest of your party is already signed up). The maximum tour size is 20 people. Adding more attendees to any tour decreases the experience for everyone. Thank you for understanding. \nPlease Note: We are aware that ticket emails are not being received by many purchasers. As we work to resolve this\, please rest assured that if you do not receive an email confirmation of your purchase\, as long as your card has been charged for the purchase\, your name is on our list and you do not need to do anything further (except come to the event!).
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/all-souls-walk-2/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T140000
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SUMMARY:Taste of Traditions!
DESCRIPTION:The Festival of Traditions features a pop-up exhibition\, a Smartphone holiday history tour\, and a “Taste of Traditions!” event on Saturday\, December 14 from 10am – 2pm. \nThe “Taste of Traditions!” event will feature a cookie tasting from desserts around the world associated with historic Kennebunk people who immigrated from varied parts of the world in the early 20th century. During the event\, Paul & Sally Wells will play Christmas fiddle tunes and local immigrant stories will be told. The event is free to Members and $5 per person (free under age 12).  \nThe Festival of Traditions exhibit will be on display through December 21\, joining the new exhibition “Timeless Play: A Century of Holiday Toys” and the upcoming 2nd Annual Gingerbread House Display\, on view December 17 – 21. There is plenty to explore at the Museum this holiday season!
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/taste-of-traditions/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T120000
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SUMMARY:Punch Needle Workshop: Discover Two Styles
DESCRIPTION:Explore the art of punch needle embroidery in this hands-on workshop! You’ll learn to create beautiful textures using two techniques: the Oxford Punch with yarns and the Ultra Punch (or Russian Punch) with DMC and Valdani threads. \nPunching mimics the look of hand-hooked and embroidered work—but it’s easier! If you can hold a pencil\, you can punch. \nThis session focuses on learning and experimentation rather than completing a set project. The class includes materials to practice both styles\, such as yarns\, threads\, monk’s cloth for the Oxford Punch\, and weaver’s cloth for the Ultra Punch. Tools\, hoops\, and scissors will be available for use during class and can be purchased separately. \nInstructor: Lisanne Miller
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/punch-needle-workshop-discover-two-styles/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T190000
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SUMMARY:No-Glue Woolly Wreath: Valentine’s Edition
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate love and creativity with this no-glue woolly wreath workshop! Using soft wool\, a wire frame\, and a festive bow\, you’ll craft a charming Valentine’s wreath perfect for hanging or using as a table centerpiece. \nOnce you master this simple technique\, you’ll want to make wreaths for every season! No experience is needed—just bring your creativity and love for the season. \nInstructor: Lisanne Miller \nMin:4\nMax: 8
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/no-glue-woolly-wreath-valentines-edition/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T193000
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SUMMARY:At Home\, At War\, At Sea: Interpreting & Understanding Historic Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brick Store Museum for a Discussion Series! Using Maine Humanities Council’s Discussion Project program as a framework\, gather with community members to read and discuss historic letters and diaries from the archives of the Brick Store Museum. This program seeks to engage our community in connections with the past and with each other. \nThis year\, our program convenes (via ZOOM) for three sessions on February 27\, March 13\, and April 10\, all from 6:00pm to 7:30pm (until 8:00pm on the final session). Participants should expect to attend all three sessions. This series is facilitated by Dr. Libby Bischof\, Maine Humanities Council Facilitator\, Executive Director of the Osher Map Library\, and Professor of History at the University of Southern Maine. \nThe theme for our shared readings in “At Home\, At War\, At Sea: Interpreting & Understanding Historic Experiences\,” which will feature three different diaries and collections of letters that show diverse perspectives of lives in the 19th century\, all written by Kennebunk inhabitants. This series lets participants dive into local history and its people through reading first-hand accounts of life 150 years ago\, to discuss (like a book group!) with peers and react in real time. This program takes place via Zoom so participants can read and discuss from the comfort of their homes. \nParticipants will be mailed printed copies of the archival documents and will also receive them digitally (via email). All those who register prior to February 10th will receive their printed packet in the mail prior to our first meeting. Should you register after this date\, you may not receive your packet in time for the first session (everyone will receive PDF copies to you email\, so you’ll still get the readings!). \nParticipants will receive Zoom links to each session one week prior to the start date. \nThanks to support from the Maine Humanities Council\, this program is free\, with registration required. \n  \nThis program is limited to 16 attendees. We have started a Waiting List. If you are interested in joining the list to be made aware of our next opportunity\, please email info@brickstoremuseum.org.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/at-home-at-war-at-sea-interpreting-understanding-historic-experiences/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T130000
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SUMMARY:CPAA Winter Forum: Current Trends in Archaeology
DESCRIPTION:The Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance (CPAA) presents its third annual Winter Forum\, with the 2025 theme Current Trends in Archaeology: Working in Southern Maine. On Saturday\, March 1\, CPAA Principal Investigator Tim Spahr will lead a series of speakers to explore current work in Southern Maine and answer audience questions. This forum is intended for general audiences and those particularly interested in New England archaeology and archaeology education. \nThe half-day forum will include complimentary snacks and beverages\, running from 1pm – 4:30pm with the following lineup of presenters: \n\n\n\n\n\nProfessor Arthur Anderson\, PhD\, Associate Teaching Professor of Archaeology\, University of New England\nGabriella Calabia\, Undergraduate at Columbia University and CPAA Intern\nBenjamin Smith\, CPAA member and editor of the Maine Archaeological Society Newsletter\nTim Spahr\, Principal Investigator of the Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nRegistration: $20 per person\, with funds supporting the work of the Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/cpaa-winter-forum-current-trends-in-archaeology/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20250228T223051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T135053Z
UID:10000680-1743015600-1743019200@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Just History Website Launch
DESCRIPTION:The Just History Project website\, a powerful tool aimed at documenting the often-overlooked histories of Black\, Indigenous\, and People of Color in Kennebunk and the surrounding towns of Wells\, Kennebunkport and Arundel\, will soon be launched by the Brick Store Museum. It can be found on the Museum’s website. \nA free\, public launch of the Database\, with a presentation about its use\, is scheduled for Wednesday\, March 26 at 7pm.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/justhistorylaunch/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20250109T154445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T150549Z
UID:10000659-1743598800-1743606000@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:April Early Release Student Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to welcome spring with a fun and creative needle felting class! In this hands-on workshop\, kids will learn the basics of needle felting while crafting colorful spring garlands. This beginner-friendly activity is perfect for encouraging creativity and fine motor skills in a safe\, supportive environment. All materials are provided
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/paper-and-yarn-animals-april-early-release/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programs,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20250307T204830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T205325Z
UID:10000684-1745431200-1745436600@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Iceland: An Evening with Bruce McMillan
DESCRIPTION:In this special presentation co-hosted by the Brick Store Museum and the Art Guild of the Kennebunks\, artist Bruce McMillan will speak on Icelandic art and noted Icelandic artists. He will have on display original works from his collection of more than 50 Icelandic paintings and sculptures\, along with Iceland art books from his collection. \nThe Museum’s founder\, Edith Barry\, was a world traveler and part of her mission in creating the Museum was to bring the world to Kennebunk. \nBruce is a member of the Icelandic Watercolor Society. He had a two-person watercolor show in Reykjavik with his Icelandic watercolor friend\, Oskar Thorarensen\, Reykjavik and Beyond in 2022. His own honored 45 children’s books include seven set in Iceland\, two of them featuring paintings by Icelandic artist\, Gunnella\, their first one a NY Times Ten Best Illustrated Children’s Books of the year. He has photo-illustrated and written two books published in Iceland. Bruce has been traveling to and around Iceland for over thirty years. An incoming Iceland passport control officer said when inspecting his passport\, “Remember me?” And he did. \nBruce McMillan graduated from Kennebunk High School and the University of Maine. After a fortunate career in publishing\, producing 45 photo-illustrated children’s’ books\, two adult humor books in the US and two more books in Iceland\, Bruce moved on to painting watercolors for the past twelve years. Two of his watercolors are in the Brick Store Museum collection. \nThis presentation is free and open to the public\, and will take place in the Brick Store Museum’s Program Center at 4 Dane Street. Donations welcome!
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/the-art-of-iceland-an-evening-with-bruce-mcmillan/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T123000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20250306T203109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T171849Z
UID:10000682-1748683800-1748694600@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Oral History Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to introduce potential oral history practitioners to the fundamentals of conducting a life-course oral history. Participants will learn how to identify interviewees\, conduct pre-interview research\, and prepare for meaningful and professional oral histories. The session will cover best practices for conducting oral history interviews and ensuring the ethical and responsible documentation of personal narratives. \nThroughout the workshop\, participants will explore key interviewing techniques\, including how to create a comfortable environment\, ask open-ended questions\, and engage narrators in sharing rich and detailed accounts of their experiences. Practical aspects of recording best practices will also be addressed\, with guidance on selecting equipment\, recording remotely or in person\, and organizing recorded materials for preservation and access. \nLegal and ethical considerations will be discussed in depth\, including issues of privacy\, copyright\, and the responsibilities of oral historians in handling sensitive content. Participants will receive samples of necessary forms and documents to facilitate their own oral history projects. By the end of the session\, attendees will have the foundational knowledge and confidence to conduct oral history interviews within their local communities independently. \nComplimentary snacks and beverages provided. \nThe Brick Store Museum’s Oral History Program is looking for volunteer interviewers! If you would like to join the team\, please consider taking this course. If you are a current Museum Volunteer\, please register via the STUDENT rate for a complimentary registration. \nThe Workshop will be taught by Molly Graham\, a professional oral historian and radio documentarian. She trained at the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies in Portland\, Maine. She has her master’s degree in Library Science and Archives Management from Simmons College in Boston. Molly is the former director of the oral history program at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and Assistant Director of the Rutgers Oral History Archives. In 2013\, she co-founded Oral History & Folklife Research\, Inc.\, with the mission of preserving the stories\, voices\, and cultural traditions of Maine and beyond. Currently\, she is the oral historian for NOAA’s Voices Oral History Archives\, where she collects\, preserves and curates oral histories documenting historical environmental change and its impacts on fisheries\, oceans and coasts.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/oral-history-training-workshop/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20250508T151418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T140152Z
UID:10000728-1750507200-1750512600@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:LEGO Build Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Build\, explore and get creative with Maine LEGO artist Colby Adolphsen! Colby’s newest creation: a LEGO model of the Museum itself will be revealed later this summer! \nThis free event invites visitors of all ages to enjoy the art of building. Stations will be set up for participants to join in building structures and environments. \nColby’s LEGO artistry will be on display later this summer with the “Brick by Brick: The Art of LEGO” exhibition of three-dimensional LEGO models\, opening August 2\, 2025. \n  \nAdmission to the LEGO Build is FREE. Please RSVP below for planning purposes. \n  \n+ \nSeeking donations of Legos!  \nDo you have unused LEGOs? Consider donating them to the Museum! Donations of new or gently-used LEGOs can be dropped off at the Museum’s Welcome Desk anytime the Museum is open in return for a donation letter that can be claimed as a tax deduction. Email Joyce Schnaars\, Museum Educator\, at jschnaars@brickstoremuseum.org with questions or donations.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/lego/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programs,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20250509T193558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T142610Z
UID:10000731-1750777200-1750784400@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Lafayette's Visit to Kennebunk: Bicentennial Event
DESCRIPTION:What it is:\nThe American Friends of Lafayette present an elaborate national tour commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Farewell Tour of the Marquis de Lafayette\, one of the last surviving generals of the American Revolution. In response to France’s alliance with the American colonies to fight the British\, Lafayette arrived in America in 1777 to serve alongside the colonists. In 1824\, President James Monroe invited Lafayette to return to the United States as the nation’s guest\, where he visited all 24 states in the union. He is sometimes known as “The Hero of the Two Worlds” for his accomplishments in the service of both France and the United States.\n\n++\n\nBeginning in August 2024\, a thirteen-month bicentennial celebration of Lafayette’s triumphant return tour of the United States kicked off in New York City. During the next thirteen months\, the tour will follow Lafayette’s footsteps through the then-existing 24 states in the exact order he traveled in 1824 and 1825. To learn more about the entire route\, visit the American Friends of Lafayette.\n\n++\n\nFollowing the schedule of June 24\, 1825\, The Marquis de Lafayette (living history actor) will be visiting Kennebunk at 3:00pm on June 24\, 2025!\n\nThe schedule is below:\n\nTuesday\, June 24\, 2025:\n\nTHIS EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE INDOORS due to the excessive heat.\n\n3:00pm: Join the Brick Store Museum at 117 Main Street to enjoy lemonade and cookies\, and a pop-up exhibit as we await Lafayette’s arrival\n\n3:30pm: The Marquis de Lafayette will make an historic speech to the crowd and meet & greet visitors.\n\n4:30pm: Assemble in the second story windows of the Brick Store Museum for a photo with Lafayette! In 1825\, workers constructing the Brick Store waived out these same windows as Lafayette rode past on his way to Biddeford.\n\nThis is a free event open to the entire community. Come welcome Lafayette with us!
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/lafayettes-visit-to-kennebunk-bicentennial-event/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T123000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20250828T162758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T132031Z
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SUMMARY:Community Story Share: Cape Porpoise's Cookie Davis
DESCRIPTION:The Church on the Cape is now home to a striking temporary mural celebrating the life and legacy of “Cookie” Davis\, a cherished local artist and laborer recently highlighted in the Brick Store Museum’s 2024 exhibition Bold Visions. The mural originally hung on the outside of the Museum during the exhibition\, but now the mural lives on as a traveling artwork that can appear in various familiar locations in the coming years. The mural will be on display at this current location until mid-October. \n  \nBorn Colman Davis and later known as Dominique London\, Davis was affectionately nicknamed “Cookie” by friends and neighbors. She was a well-known figure throughout the Kennebunks\, especially in Cape Porpoise\, where her creativity\, warmth\, and hard work left a lasting impact on the community. \n  \nTo honor her memory\, the Church on the Cape\, in partnership with the Brick Store Museum\, will host a Community Story Sharing Event on Sunday\, September 7\, from 11:30am to 12:30pm (following Sunday service) at the Church\, located at 3 Langsford Road in Cape Porpoise. This free gathering invites friends\, neighbors\, and community members to share personal stories and memories of Cookie in an informal\, welcoming group setting. This event is rain or shine. There will be Cookie Davis artwork on display for the event. \n  \nThe oral histories shared will be recorded and preserved in the Brick Store Museum’s archives\, ensuring that Cookie’s legacy and the voices of her community live on for future generations. All are welcome to participate. To RSVP\, please reply using the button below.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/cookiedavis/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20250909T185628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183207Z
UID:10000831-1760783400-1760792400@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Fright at Our Museum
DESCRIPTION:Family Fright at Our Museum occurs alongside HarvestFest on Saturday\, October 18\, 2025\, from 10:30am – 12:30pm. \nTrick-or-Treat around the Museum! \nArtists featured in our “Eerie\, Uncanny\, Remarkable” contemporary exhibition will gather to meet and greet; spooky\, local tales will be told in our “OceanWorld” gallery (11:30am); a Halloween craft for kids (and kids at heart!); and from 10:30am-12:30pm\, there will be Trick-or-Treat stations throughout our five-building complex (it’s your chance to see behind the scenes at the Museum!)! Costumes are encouraged as you go on the treat tour of the Museum with your treat bucket! \nAdmission for Family Fright is by donation\, with a suggested $5 for adults\, $2.50 for ages 10–18\, and free for children under 10. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. \n++ \nPlease register in advance so we can accurately gauge treat numbers!
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/family-fright-night-at-our-museum/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20250731T173540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T150657Z
UID:10000796-1761393600-1761404400@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:All Souls' Walk
DESCRIPTION:This event is SOLD OUT!\n\nHear about more events like this by signing up for our newsletter\, or join us in December for Holiday in History at the historic home of Captain Nathaniel Lord Thompson.\n\n+++\n\nThe Brick Store Museum’s All Souls’ Walk began its annual Halloween season tradition 22 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.\n\nThe All Souls’ Walk invites participants into Hope Cemetery & Woods\, led by a knowledgeable tour guide\, to “meet” the ghosts of Kennebunk’s past and learn about the lives of residents that came before us.\n\nStories and experiences range from funny\, to sad\, to passionate\, to mystifying. Not too spooky\, it’s the perfect Halloween activity for the whole family. The tour lasts about 75 minutes\, and covers roughly a 1/2 mile through the cemetery.\n\nPresented by Maine Community Bank and special support by Tracey Bricker\, State Farm Insurance Agent
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/allsoulswalk2025/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T180000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20251021T175220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T150339Z
UID:10000844-1762605000-1762624800@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Just History Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Just History Walk: Stories Between the Mousam and Kennebunk Rivers\nSaturday\, November 8\, 2025 | 12:30 – 6:00 pm \nBeginning at Rogers Pond Park\, 49 Water St\, Kennebunk \nEnding at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church\, 114 Main St\, Kennebunk \nThe lower Kennebunk and Mousam River watershed region has provided people with homes and sustenance for more than ten thousand years. We know something about them from over 400 years of written history\, and through oral traditions and artifacts that date back much farther. But the historical narratives\, signs\, and portraits that we most commonly encounter represent only a small glimpse of the tapestry woven here in this place over the centuries. While the lives of sea captains and soldiers\, farmers and factory owners\, bankers and builders are made visible throughout town\, those of many others remain hidden from view. \nThe Just History Walk is not about the men traditionally credited with building the wealth reflected in the homes and businesses along Main Street and Summer Street. Rather\, it’s about bringing stories of people who also shaped this community but whose contributions have been erased to the foreground\, including: \n\nWabanaki people who inhabited this land for millennia \nPeople of African heritage who were kidnapped and transported here\nEnslaved people throughout the “New World” whose labor was the basis for much of the town’s wealth\n\nIn walking together\, we’ll meet: \nRamanascho ✭ Shepard Bourn ✭ Richard Hill ✭ Phillis ✭ Tom Bassett ✭ Lucy Nicolar ✭  Primus Goodale ✭ Salem Bourne ✭ Scipio Black ✭ Joseph Ranco ✭ and others \nAlong the route\, selected stories shared by presenters—together with performances\, artwork\, crafts\, and artifacts—will offer opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to reflect on both what we now know about the diverse community that lived here and what remains unknown. What do these gaps and silences tell us about how history has been told? \nAt the conclusion\, we will gather to collectively weave what we have gleaned and build connections over a meal that celebrates the ancient Indigenous roots of this community. Together\, we will confront the suffering created when land and people are treated as property\, and celebrate the resilience that persists when we honor our ties to land\, waterways\, wildlife\, and each other. \n  \nThis event is a collaboration between The Just History Project\, The Brick Store Museum\, and the Walks for Historical & Ecological Recovery (WHERE)\, a series convened by Atlantic Black Box. Other sponsors include First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church of Kennebunk and Octopus Books. This initiative is funded in part by the Mellon Foundation\, Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust\, Maine Humanities Council\, Maine Community Foundation\, Sewall Foundation\, and by generous donors. \n++ \nTO REGISTER\, please visit the WHERE WALKS website HERE>>\n  \n++ \n  \nSpecial Note on Museum Programs: \nThis program is not a place for intolerance or personal statement-making. The Museum is a space to listen\, explore\, and understand experiences other than our own. Participants who are unable to uphold these values are asked to simply refrain from attending.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/the-just-history-walk/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Programs,Special Events,Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20251016T173627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T191658Z
UID:10000843-1762970400-1762975800@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Seminar: “Moving Forward\, Past and Future: The LGBTQ+ Community”
DESCRIPTION:This seminar will examine the differing ideas of government that have troubled democracy in the United States through time\, and how we have landed where we are in the present\, as members of a marginalized community. It will identify root causes of our current trajectory\, and why it’s happened. It will also offer pragmatic examples of what can be done to safeguard democratic principles and practices\, how individuals can detect ideas and practices of authoritarianism\, and protect LGBTQ+ people. \nThe seminar is about an hour and a half\, and the last half-hour (time allowing) will be reserved for discussion. This is a learning opportunity\, and reasoned\, civil participation is an expectation. \n  \nThis presentation is free and open to the public. Please register below so we know you’re coming! \n  \n++ \nSpecial Note on Museum Programs: \nThis program is not a place for intolerance or personal statement-making. The Museum is a space to listen\, explore\, and understand experiences other than our own. Participants who are unable to uphold these values are asked to simply refrain from attending. \n  \n++ \nAbout the Presenter: \nChristine Caulfield retired from teaching public high school after twenty-four years\, having taught American Studies\, World History\, AP European History\, and an elective titled Power and Privilege\, a course examining the roots of the same in American society. She is a veteran\, having served five years active duty in the United States’ Marine Corps\, and seven in the reserves. She a proud parent of two daughters\, and grandparent of four wonderful grandkids\, a world traveler\, and ardent reader and researcher of a variety of topics related to current issues and politics. Her most recent volunteer experience was as a volunteer at Maine Transgender Network for over seven years\, facilitating support groups for transgender individuals over 35\, running workshops and training in a variety of public and professional settings\, and acting as board treasurer. In 2022\, her testimony was key in the passage of a name change bill into law\, protecting the identities of Maine citizens from discrimination and harassment when seeking to change their name. This law protects not only transgender citizens\, but also those seeking refuge from domestic violence and stalkers. Additionally\, she is the board secretary for Greater Portland Health\, a major Portland area health provider dedicated to providing care for marginalized communities of the unhoused/homeless\, immigrants and asylum seekers\, and the queer community\,  with a staff of over two hundred providers and practitioners serving over 16\,000 patients. She believes in the transformative power of education and critical analysis\, and welcomes every opportunity for these presentations and discussions.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/movingforward/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20250812T170849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T180416Z
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SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:This holiday season\, immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Charles Dickens’s beloved tale\, “A Christmas Carol\,” as it comes to the historic Brick Store Museum on Sunday\, November 23\, 2025\, at 5:00 PM.  With its rich history and classic charm\, this timeless production promises to kindle the festive spirit and touch your heart with its powerful message of redemption and goodwill. \nVeteran actor Johnny Kinsman will perform an elaborate reading of Dickens’s cherished story featuring the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge\, his spirited encounters with the Ghosts of Christmas Past\, Present\, and Yet to Come\, and the heartwarming transformation that follows. The story will come alive with the musical talents of violinist Justin Ouellet and soprano Ann Moss to enhance the magical experience. \nBring your loved ones to share in the joy and wonder of a Dickens Christmas\, and enjoy a heartwarming evening that will become a cherished holiday tradition. \n(Recommended for ages 6+) \n+ \nIf you are a Museum Member\, your tickets are discounted! Use your Member Code for $5 off each ticket. You can find your your code in the Member Portal.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/a-christmas-carol/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20260103T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T173244Z
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SUMMARY:Inside History Museum Tour
DESCRIPTION:Take an Indoor Walking Tour This Winter! \nIt’s the Museum’s 90th Year! Explore the Brick Store Museum’s own history across five interconnected buildings\, which range from 166 to 216 years old. Once home to businesses\, organizations\, and apartments\, these spaces came together as the Brick Store Museum between 1936 and 1959. \nGo behind the scenes to see highlights from the Museum’s collection of more than 50\,000 artifacts while learning how these historic buildings have evolved over time\, and how the Museum came to be. This guided tour lasts approximately one hour. \nTour ticket includes admission to the Museum exhibitions. \n++ \nAccessibility note: The tour moves through historic buildings and includes uneven flooring and staircases. The Museum’s second floor is not currently wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/inside-history-museum-tour/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20260103T173344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T184200Z
UID:10000855-1768046400-1768050000@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inside History Museum Tour
DESCRIPTION:Take an Indoor Walking Tour This Winter! \nIt’s the Museum’s 90th Year! Explore the Brick Store Museum’s own history across five interconnected buildings\, which range from 166 to 216 years old. Once home to businesses\, organizations\, and apartments\, these spaces came together as the Brick Store Museum between 1936 and 1959. \nGo behind the scenes to see highlights from the Museum’s collection of more than 50\,000 artifacts while learning how these historic buildings have evolved over time\, and how the Museum came to be. This guided tour lasts approximately one hour. \nTour ticket includes admission to the Museum exhibitions. \n++ \nAccessibility note: The tour moves through historic buildings and includes uneven flooring and staircases. The Museum’s second floor is not currently wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/inside-history-museum-tour-2/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Walking Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T190154
CREATED:20260103T173540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T225145Z
UID:10000856-1768473000-1768476600@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inside History Museum Tour
DESCRIPTION:Take an Indoor Walking Tour This Winter! \nIt’s the Museum’s 90th Year! Explore the Brick Store Museum’s own history across five interconnected buildings\, which range from 166 to 216 years old. Once home to businesses\, organizations\, and apartments\, these spaces came together as the Brick Store Museum between 1936 and 1959. \nGo behind the scenes to see highlights from the Museum’s collection of more than 50\,000 artifacts while learning how these historic buildings have evolved over time\, and how the Museum came to be. This guided tour lasts approximately one hour. \nTour ticket includes admission to the Museum exhibitions. \n++ \nAccessibility note: The tour moves through historic buildings and includes uneven flooring and staircases. The Museum’s second floor is not currently wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/inside-history-museum-tour-3/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T120000
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SUMMARY:Inside History Museum Tour
DESCRIPTION:Take an Indoor Walking Tour This Winter! \nIt’s the Museum’s 90th Year! Explore the Brick Store Museum’s own history across five interconnected buildings\, which range from 166 to 216 years old. Once home to businesses\, organizations\, and apartments\, these spaces came together as the Brick Store Museum between 1936 and 1959. \nGo behind the scenes to see highlights from the Museum’s collection of more than 50\,000 artifacts while learning how these historic buildings have evolved over time\, and how the Museum came to be. This guided tour lasts approximately one hour. \nTour ticket includes admission to the Museum exhibitions. \n++ \nAccessibility note: The tour moves through historic buildings and includes uneven flooring and staircases. The Museum’s second floor is not currently wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/inside-history-museum-tour-4/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Walking Tours
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