Brick Store Museum

Honoring an Ancestor with a Visual Keepsake
2026-04-08 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-15 10:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Would you like to create a visual record of your ancestor within the context of their time?
During a five-week journey, this class will guide the participant through transforming a vintage book into a one-of-a-kind story of an ancestor. Participants will blend storytelling, reflection and artistic expression. This process will combine the use of old pictures, old fabric, old lace, documents and keepsakes to develop a sense of time and place in which your ancestor lived. This is a unique way to preserve someone’s past while celebrating their life.
Deadline for registration: March 13
Schedule:
Wednesdays, 10:00am – 12:30pm
Starts March 18
March 25
April 1
April 8
April 15
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Christine Burgess
Teaching artist
Material list will be provided

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Indigo Mud Resist Bandana Workshop
2026-04-16 10:00 - 12:00
Design and dye your own one-of-a-kind bandana in this fun, hands-on workshop! Participants will create patterns using a mud resist technique, then dye their fabric in rich indigo blue. Once the resist is washed away, your design will be revealed in bold contrast.
This beginner-friendly class is a great mix of creativity and simple textile design. You will leave with a finished bandana that’s wearable, giftable, and totally unique.
Instructor: Sarah Soleau

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Maine by Hand: Pottery Traditions Tour & Talk (Off-Site)
2026-04-18 16:00 - 18:00
The Art of Raku
Raku is a dramatic pottery firing process in which a piece is quickly brought to a high temperature and then rapidly cooled. This unique method creates beautiful, unpredictable results, with no two pieces ever quite the same.
Potter and gallery owner Cathie Cantara will share an inside look at several raku techniques, including American raku, horsehair raku, and more. Join us in the studio to learn about this exciting craft tradition and see why raku continues to captivate artists and collectors alike.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Where: Homeport Pottery & Artisans Gallery131 Beachwood AveKennebunkport, Maine
FMI: www.homeportpotterystudio.com

This off-site studio visit is part of Maine by Hand: Celebrating American Craft 2026, a rotating exhibition series in the Brick Store Museum’s Bauman Gallery with adjoining programs highlighting American craft traditions.

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May Day Basket Workshop
2026-04-25 12:00 - 15:00
Celebrate a charming Victorian-era tradition by making your own May Day Basket. Historically, May Day baskets were filled with flowers and secretly hung on a friend or neighbor’s door as a sweet surprise. In this hands-on workshop, participants will create a small, round hanging basket designed to fit perfectly on a doorknob.
This beginner-friendly class introduces the basics of basket weaving. Participants will learn how to start a round basket base, twine the bottom, use over-and-under weaving techniques, and attach both the handle and rim. Baskets are approximately 9 inches tall (including the handle) and 3 inches wide, and students will have a choice of colors to personalize their basket.
All basket-making materials are provided, including a take-home pattern for future use.
Class size: Minimum 5 participants, maximum 8 participants.
Please bring:

Basin for water

Good pair of scissors

Awl or knitting needle

Tape measure

Four spring clothespins

Towel

A fun and festive way to welcome spring while learning a traditional craft. 🌸
Instructor: Kathy Polletto
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance to receive a refund.

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Exhibition Installation - Galleries Closed
2026-05-05 - 2026-05-08
Schedule Note: Between May 5 – 8, the Museum galleries will be CLOSED to install our new exhibition, “From Many, One: Results of Revolution.” The Museum Store and Bauman Gallery exhibits are still available for view – check in at the Front Desk and we can show you where to go! Programming scheduled during this closure will continue.
The new exhibition will open Saturday, May 16. Visitors prior to this date, please expect some galleries to be closed for installation.
We apologize for the inconvenience!

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Butler Preserve Nature Walk with Kennebunk Land Trust
2026-05-09 10:00 - 11:30
The Brick Store Museum will share the cultural history of Picnic Rock alongside KLT’s Nature Guide.

For more information and to sign up:
Monthly Nature Walks

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Imagine That! Three Centuries of Kennebunk Commerce Tour
2026-05-12 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-05-19 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-26 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-02 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-09 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-16 10:30 - 12:00
This guided walking tour explores Main Street and the evolution of Kennebunk’s commercial district over the past three centuries. The tour begins at the Brick Store Museum and follows Main Street to the Mousam River Bridge.
Distance: approximately ½ mileLength: about 60 minutesCost: $15 per person | Free for museum members
Advance reservations recommended. Call 985-4802 or visit brickstoremuseum.org.
If you are a Museum Member, your tickets are discounted! Use your Member Code for free admission. You can find your your code in the Member Portal

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Historic District Walking Tour
2026-05-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-16 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-05-21 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-23 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-05-28 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-04 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-06 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-11 10:30 - 12:00 and 1 more date
Explore the history of the elaborate and historic homes that line Kennebunk’s Summer Street neighborhood in Downtown Kennebunk. Led by Museum tour guide. The tour begins at the Brick Store Museum.
Advance reservations recommended. Call 985-4802 or visit brickstoremuseum.org.
If you are a Museum Member, your tickets are discounted! Use your Member Code for free admission. You can find your your code in the Member Portal

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Cyanotype Tote Bag Workshop
2026-05-20 12:00 - 14:00
Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind tote bag using the fascinating photographic process known as cyanotype printing. In this hands-on workshop, participants will arrange natural materials like leaves and ferns on fabric, then use sunlight to create striking blue-and-white prints.
Each tote bag will feature a unique botanical design, making it both functional and artistic. No experience is needed, and all materials are provided.
Instructor: Sarah Soleau
Please note: This workshop is weather-dependent. If it is rainy or overcast, the class will be rescheduled.

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Lavender Stitches: Embroidered Necklace Workshop
2026-05-27 17:00 - 19:00
Create a beautiful piece of wearable art in this beginner-friendly embroidery workshop. Participants will learn simple hand-stitching techniques while creating a delicate floral design, set inside a wooden pendant necklace.
We’ll cover basic stitches, design placement, and finishing techniques to turn your embroidery into a unique accessory. No prior experience is needed, and all materials will be provided.
Instructor: Heather Coombs

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Botanical Gelli Plate Monotypes Workshop
2026-05-28 10:30 - 12:30
Explore the fun and creative world of printmaking in this hands-on workshop focused on botanical gelli plate monotypes. Participants will use real leaves and plant shapes to create layered prints with beautiful textures, patterns, and color.
Gelli plate printing is beginner-friendly and full of surprises, making it a great class for anyone who loves experimenting with art. Each print is completely unique, and you will leave with a small collection of finished botanical monotypes.

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Cancelled: Historic District Walking Tour
2026-05-30 12:00 - 13:30
WEATHER NOTE: The Walking Tour has been CANCELLED for Saturday, May 30 due to the inclement weather. To receive a full refund or move your reservation to a different day, please email us at info@brickstoremuseum.org or call (207)985-4802, we are happy to help.

Explore the history of the elaborate and historic homes that line Kennebunk’s Summer Street neighborhood in Downtown Kennebunk. Led by Museum tour guide. The tour begins at the Brick Store Museum.
Advance reservations recommended. Call 985-4802 or visit brickstoremuseum.org.
If you are a Museum Member, your tickets are discounted! Use your Member Code for free admission. You can find your your code in the Member Portal

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Needle Tatting Workshop
2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00
Spend a relaxed, creative afternoon learning the art of needle tatting. In this four-hour introductory class, students will learn essential stitches, how to read patterns, and how to finish their work. By the end, you’ll have a completed piece and the skills to continue exploring this beautiful lace-making technique.
This small-group class is limited to 10 participants (minimum 5).
Instructor: Elaine O’Donal

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Annual Members Meeting
2026-06-10 17:00 - 19:00
Museum Members are invited to the Museum for a history keynote and organizational updates, then explore the brand-new exhibition alongside a delicious reception complete with a Taco Bar by Las Olas!
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Program Schedule:
5:00pm – 6:00pm Annual Meeting with Keynote by Kathy Ostrander Roberts & Vana Carmona, “Shoulder to Shoulder” (more information below)
6:00pm – 7:00pm Reception in the Museum’s “From Many, One: Results of Revolution” exhibition
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About the Keynote:
As we commemorate 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, we are exploring the roles people of color played in the American Revolution. Both free and enslaved blacks, and Indigenous people, served on both sides of the conflict, including many from the State of Maine. Shoulder to Shoulder: Uncovering Free and Enslaved Blacks Who Served in the Revolution will be presented by Vana Carmona and Kathy Ostrander Roberts. Combining their years of research on the topic of free and enslaved people of color in Maine, Carmona and Roberts will jointly present stories which relate to the Revolution. Attendees will learn about people of color, including people from Wells, Ogunquit, and Kennebunk, and the sources used to uncover their lesser-known narratives.
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RSVP below! Members are invited to attend with family or friends. Please let us know how many are attending so that we can ensure space and appetizers for all!

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Artist Opening & Art Walk
2026-06-12 17:00 - 19:00
Join us at the Brick Store Museum to start your June ArtWalk! Paired with artists and activities this free evening (5pm – 7pm) is an artists’ opening for the “From Many, One: Results of Revolution” exhibition. Come visit and speak with the artists displaying their work!
About the ArtWalk: a Summer Block Party each month in the summer months for a night of live music, local artists, food trucks, restaurant specials and interactive events. Let’s celebrate Downtown! Learn more about the event and featured artists and activities on the Chamber of Commerce website.

Free admission to the Museum is supported by Bill Lord and Kennebunk Savings Bank.

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Liz Knowles and Kieran O’Hare | Concerts in West K with Mousam River Music
2026-06-14 15:00 - 17:00
The Museum’s Concert Partner Mousam River Music Presents:
Those who were fortunate enough to attend Liz Knowles’ solo concert in November, 2024, in which piper Kieran O’Hare joined her for a few numbers at the end of the show, know the quality of music they can expect to hear! Both Liz and Kieran are among the very best Irish musicians in the world today.
Knowles builds on her early foundation in classical music with a deep love for, and understanding of, Irish music. The result is a distinctive sound that combines the fire and finesse of traditional fiddling with the power and tonal richness of classical violin.
O’Hare is a highly respected and sought-after performer, and teacher of traditional Irish music on the uilleann pipes, concert flute, and tin whistle. He was educated at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland, where he continued the process of learning the tradition of uilleann piping from master pipers.
Together Liz and Kieran have collaborated on many projects to compose, arrange, and perform music for large-scale European-based productions integrating traditional and contemporary Irish music with dance and song. In addition to their solo and duo projects they perform in the trio Open the Door for three along with Dublin-born bouzouki player and singer Pat Broaders.
We are privileged to welcome them back to the “Concerts in West K!” series!
The Brick Store Museum is located at 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, adjacent to the Kennebunk Town Hall. The “Concerts in West K!” series is produced by Mousam River Music in association with the Museum.
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Tickets: $25 per person
Pre-purchase online by Saturday, June 13! After that time, tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Questions or want to reserve unpaid seats? Email: paul.wells@mousamrivermusic.net

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