Brick Store Museum

Imagine That! Three Centuries of Kennebunk Commerce Tour
2025-09-09 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-16 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-23 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-30 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-10-07 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
This walking tour explores Main Street and its commercial history over three hundred years. Stretches from the Museum down to the Mousam River Bridge. (about a half mile, 60 minutes, led by trained tour guide). $10.00 per person/$5 for members. Reserve in advance by calling 985-4802 or visit www.brickstoremuseum.org.

September Early Release Workshop
2025-09-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Celebrate an afternoon of creativity with this special early release workshop! Kids will explore the magic of cyanotype printing, an early photographic process that uses the power of the sun to create beautiful blue-and-white designs.
Each student will design their own nature-inspired tote bag using leaves, flowers, and found objects to make one-of-a-kind prints. Sarah Soleau will guide students step-by-step through the cyanotype process, encouraging creativity while introducing a bit of science and art history along the way.
Students will leave with a personalized tote bag perfect for carrying books, treasures, or art supplies.

Historic District Walking Tour
2025-09-11 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-13 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-09-20 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-09-25 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-10-04 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-10-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Explore the history of the elaborate and historic homes that line Kennebunk’s Summer Street neighborhood in Downtown Kennebunk. Led by Museum tour guide. $10 per person/$5 for members.

Kevin Burke | Concerts in West K with Mousam River Music
2025-09-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
THIS CONCERT IS SOLD OUT. We are unable to accommodate walk-ups – but please join us for our next concert in October!
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The Museum’s Concert Partner Mousam River Music Presents:
Kevin Burke, legendary Irish Fiddler! Kevin Burke is, quite simply, one of the most popular and influential Irish fiddlers of our time. He has been a member of many of the top Irish groups of the past 40 years including the Bothy Band, Patrick Street, Open House, and the Celtic Fiddle Festival. He has also worked with a number of stellar duo partners: Jackie Daly, Micheal O Domhnaill, Ged Foley, and Cal Scott–in addition to pursuing an active solo career.
He has garnered prestigious awards in both Ireland and the U.S. He was named a National Heritage Fellow by the National Endowment for the Arts in 2002, and was named Irish Traditional Musician of the year by the Irish language TV channel TG4 in 2916. The New York Times has called him “one of the greatest Celtic fiddlers alive.”
Concert-goers will get a special treat when Boston stepdancer Kieran Jordan joins Burke for a few numbers! Jordan has been dancing since the age of five and has performed and taught locally and internationally for more than 30 years.
Join us in the Museum’s Dane Street Program Center for a great evening of traditional Irish music and dance!
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Needle Felting: Landscape Silhouettes & Fall Foliage
2025-09-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Learn the art of needle felting while creating a beautiful fall-inspired scene. Instructor Sarah Soleau will guide you in layering wool fibers to craft landscape silhouettes and colorful foliage, resulting in a textured work of art. Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike. All materials provided.

Museum Member Meet Up | September
2025-09-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Member Meet-Ups are scheduled quarterly, so Members can explore behind-the-scenes at the Museum while enjoying snacks and a beverage, and visiting with fellow Members, volunteers, and staff.
On Wednesday, September 17, you’re invited to join us at the Museum from 5pm – 7pm for tours of our collections storage and a pop-up of the staff’s favorite artifacts.
Non-members can attend this event if they are a guest of a Museum Member (who is also attending).
Snack and beverages will be served. RSVP encouraged to account for numbers!

An Evening at the Wedding Cake House
2025-09-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Thanks to overwhelming interest and support, this event is SOLD OUT. If you would like to be placed on our waitlist, please email info@brickstoremuseum.org with your name and the number of tickets you are seeking.
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Another Option!
If you are interested in attending another Brick Store Museum historic house program, consider the “Holiday in History” House tour and afternoon of appetizers and merriment in the historic Nathaniel Lord Thompson Home on Summer Street on December 7th!
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Join the Brick Store Museum for an unforgettable evening of historic charm, delicious flavors, and live music at one of Kennebunk’s most iconic landmarks — the Wedding Cake House.
Guests are invited to explore the beautiful grounds and enjoy a selection of seasonal appetizers, one complimentary beverage, music, and local maritime history in a truly magical setting. Additional drinks will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Whether you’re a longtime admirer of this Gothic Revival gem or discovering it for the first time, this event promises a rare opportunity to experience the house in a unique way.
🎟 A $100 donation per person to the Museum’s Education Fund serves as your ticket. Your support helps us continue providing arts, history, and cultural programming for our community.
Participants are invited to wear white to honor the local legend of the bride awaiting her groom’s return from the sea — and to celebrate the final evening of summer in style.
Please note: Because the Wedding Cake House is a private residence in the historic district, some areas of the house are not handicapped accessible. House tours will utilize a short stairway to enter the home and traverse rooms.
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Tickets can be reserved below: please use your ticket as a donation receipt. If you would like an additional receipt on Museum letterhead, please email info@brickstoremuseum.org.
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Maine State Flag Embroidery Class
2025-09-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Join us for a hands-on embroidery workshop where we’ll celebrate Maine’s heritage through needle and thread! Under the guidance of artist and instructor Heather Coombs, participants will learn embroidery techniques while creating their own rendition of the Maine State Flag.
This workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced stitchers alike—Heather will provide step-by-step instruction, patterns, and tips to bring the bold star and pine design to life. All materials will be included, and each attendee will leave with a unique, handmade piece to display proudly.
Come enjoy a creative evening, learn new skills, and connect with fellow makers as we stitch a little piece of Maine history together.

Historic District Walking Tour - CANCELED TODAY
2025-09-27 12:00 - 13:30 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
CANCELED TODAY
Explore the history of the elaborate and historic homes that line Kennebunk’s Summer Street neighborhood in Downtown Kennebunk. Led by Museum tour guide. $10 per person/$5 for members.

Adult Workshop - Halloween Garlands
2025-09-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Get into the spooky spirit by crafting your own festive Halloween garland! In this adult workshop, you’ll learn needle felting techniques to create pumpkins, ghosts, witches’ hats, and more, then string them together into a playful seasonal decoration. Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike — all materials provided.

Instructor: Sarah Soleau

Early Release Workshop: Potion Making & Needle-Felted Pumpkins
2025-10-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Get into the fall spirit with this hands-on October workshop! Kids will mix up their own magical “potions” using colorful ingredients and creative science fun. Then, they’ll learn the art of needle felting to craft an adorable mini pumpkin to take home.
This workshop blends imagination with hands-on crafting—perfect for curious and creative kids who love a little seasonal magic.
Each child will leave with their own potion creation and a felted pumpkin keepsake.
Ages 7+

Kennebunk Beach Walking Tour
2025-10-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Trinity Chapel, Kennebunk Beach, 4 Woodland Ave, Kennebunk, 04043, United States
This outdoor walking tour of Kennebunk’s Mothers Beach features eleven historic homes and an illustration of life at the beach in the early 20th Century. Tours depart from Trinity Chapel on Woodland Ave.
Kennebunk Beach Walking Tours dates for 2025 are as follows: July 5, August 30, and October 11
Private tours are also available. Please contact us at info@brickstoremuseum.org or (207)985-4802 at least two weeks in advance of your anticipated tour date to arrange a private tour.
Time: 60 – 90 minutes
Distance: Less than a mile on sidewalks and flat terrain.
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Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
Where to go:
This tour begins at the Trinity Chapel on Railroad Ave along Kennebunk Beach. Please arrive about 5 minutes prior to the tour start. You can pre-purchase tickets online and let us know you’re coming!
PARKING: Parking is available (with Kennebunk Parking sticker) at beach spaces; and alongside roads leading to the Chapel (as marked). Please pay attention to parking signage.
If the forecast on the day of your walk calls for rain, please contact the Museum in advance to make sure the walk is still scheduled. Email: info@brickstoremuseum.org OR call: (207)985-4802. If the walk is postponed, you will have the choice to reschedule or receive a refund.

Delayed Opening at 12pm
2025-10-15 12:00 - 17:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Due to annual fire alarm testing, the Museum will delay its opening until 12:00pm on Wednesday, October 15.
Thank you for your understanding!

Family Fright at Our Museum
2025-10-18 10:30 - 13:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Family Fright at Our Museum occurs alongside HarvestFest on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10:30am – 12:30pm.
Trick-or-Treat around the Museum!
Artists 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!
Admission 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.
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Please register in advance so we can accurately gauge treat numbers!

Matt & Shannon Heaton | Concerts in West K with Mousam River Music
2025-10-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
The Museum’s Concert Partner Mousam River Music Presents:
Matt & Shannon Heaton!
Boston-based Matt and Shannon Heaton play updated and traditional Irish music on flute, accordion, guitar, bouzouki, and voices.
With engaging stage presence and masterfully-crafted music, Boston-based Matt and Shannon Heaton offer well-travelled Irish music from the heart: a satisfying mix of tunes and song, new and old, stirring and lively.
The Heatons are an integral part of Boston’s vibrant trad music scene. Shannon co-founded Boston’s Celtic music fest and served on its board for 15 years, creating opportunities for hundreds of traditional musicians and dancers. She was named Massachusetts Traditional Artist Fellow in 2016, and she hosts the culture podcast Irish Music Stories.
Matt has performed with countless ensembles, including the Karan Casey Band, Boys of the Lough, and Robbie O’Connell. In addition to his work as an Irish accompanist on guitar and bouzouki, Matt is an active performer for children and families. He has received multiple grants and awards for his engaging sing alongs and rockabilly-tinged albums.
Matt and Shannon are comfortable onstage and have a warm connection with audiences. They are world-class American performers with Irish roots and universal appeal.
Join us in the Museum’s Dane Street Program Center for a great evening of traditional Irish music!
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Tickets: $20 per person
Pre-purchase online by Saturday, October 18 at 1pm! After that time, tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Questions or want to reserve cash seats? Email: paul.wells@mousamrivermusic.net

Corn Husk Placemats Workshop
2025-10-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Brighten up your table with handmade corn husk placemats! In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to shape and arrange pre-dyed corn husks onto a base to create a colorful, circular placemat.
No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity. You’ll explore simple techniques for layering and securing the husks, then leave with your own vibrant, functional piece that can be used for everyday dining or as a decorative accent.
All materials are included. Come ready to craft something uniquely yours!

Instructor: Sarah Soleau

All Souls' Walk
2025-10-25 12:00 - 15:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
This event is SOLD OUT!

Hear 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.

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The 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.

The 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.

Stories 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.

Presented by Maine Community Bank and special support by Tracey Bricker, State Farm Insurance Agent

Mud Resist Indigo Dye Workshop
2025-11-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Discover the magic of mud resist and indigo in this hands-on workshop! Participants will design and paint a resist pattern onto a cotton bandana using traditional mud paste, then dip their piece into an indigo vat to reveal a one-of-a-kind design.
No experience is needed—this class is perfect for beginners and seasoned makers alike. You’ll learn about resist-dyeing techniques, experiment with pattern-making, and leave with a unique hand-dyed bandana to wear or display.
All materials are provided. Just bring your creativity and a willingness to get a little messy!

Instructor: Sarah Soleau

Gift Card Basket Workshop
2025-11-08 12:30 - 15:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
In this beginner-friendly workshop, participants will create a Gift Card Basket — a charming and reusable way to present a gift card that can also be used later to hold holiday greens.
The basket is crafted with various widths of reed splint, and each student will choose two colors of dyed reed to accent their design. Measuring approximately 5” x 5” x 3” at the top (8” with handle), the finished basket will be completed with a festive Christmas ribbon.
Skills you’ll learn:

Twining a base

Weaving up the sides with a continuous weave

Finishing off the top

Inserting a handle

Lashing on a rim

Each participant will leave with a finished basket and a pattern to make more at home.
Please bring:

Basin for water

Pencil

Scissors

Awl or knitting needle

Tape measure or ruler

8 spring clothespins

Towel

All other materials will be provided.
Instructor: Kathy Polletto

The Just History Walk
2025-11-08 12:30 - 18:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
The Just History Walk: Stories Between the Mousam and Kennebunk Rivers
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 12:30 – 6:00 pm
Beginning at Rogers Pond Park, 49 Water St, Kennebunk
Ending at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, 114 Main St, Kennebunk
The 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.
The 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:

Wabanaki people who inhabited this land for millennia
People of African heritage who were kidnapped and transported here
Enslaved people throughout the “New World” whose labor was the basis for much of the town’s wealth

In walking together, we’ll meet:
Ramanascho ✭ Shepard Bourn ✭ Richard Hill ✭ Phillis ✭ Tom Bassett ✭ Lucy Nicolar ✭ Primus Goodale ✭ Salem Bourne ✭ Scipio Black ✭ Joseph Ranco ✭ and others
Along 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?
At 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.

This 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.
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TO REGISTER, please visit the WHERE WALKS website HERE>>

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Special Note on Museum Programs:
This 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.

Hildaland | Concerts in West K with Mousam River Music
2025-11-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
This Concert has been Cancelled due to performer illness. Thank you for your understanding!
If you ordered your tickets online, you will see a refund to your account within the next two business days. Questions? Call us at (207)985-4802.
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The Museum’s Concert Partner Mousam River Music Presents:
Hildaland, featuring Orkney (Scotland) -born fiddler Louise Bichan and Indiana (USA) mandolinist Ethan Setiawan present a collaboration and meeting of their musical worlds. A path steeped in the fiddle traditions of their respective sides of the Atlantic, the journey taken wends through Scottish, oldtime, and Swedish inspired music intertwined with contemporary compositions. Bichan’s fiddle is a melodic foil to Setiawan’s counterpoint and harmonic depth, and the two weave in and out seamlessly.
Join us in the Museum’s Dane Street Program Center for a great evening of traditional Irish music!
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Tickets: $20 per person
Pre-purchase online by Saturday, November 8 at 1pm! After that time, tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Questions or want to reserve cash seats? Email: paul.wells@mousamrivermusic.net
