Brick Store Museum

December Early Release - Paper Bag Lanterns
2025-12-03 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Create a warm autumn glow with handmade paper bag lanterns! In this workshop, kids will design and cut out their own little house or pattern, then add a light to make it shine. A cozy, creative project perfect for the season—each lantern becomes a magical take-home decoration.

Instructor: Sarah Soleau

Embroidery Hoop Ornaments
2025-12-03 17:00 - 19:00
Create a personalized holiday keepsake! When you sign up, you’ll share the name or phrase you’d like stitched (examples: a first name, Merry Christmas, or The Coombs Family 2025). Your custom template will be ready so you can focus on stitching and decorating.
Your class fee includes supplies for one ornament.
Want to make extras? Heather can bring additional kits for $5 each.Please email Mary Delehanty at mdelehanty@brickstoremuseum.org ahead of time with the additional names or phrases you’d like so we can prepare your extra templates.
Instructor: Heather Coombs

Holiday in History at the George Lord House
2025-12-07 14:00 - 17:00
Step into the magic of the season at one of Kennebunk’s most treasured landmarks — the historic George Lord House on Summer Street.
On Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm, enjoy an afternoon of holiday cheer as you explore this beautifully decorated 1845 home. Savor seasonal appetizers and sweet treats while soaking in the festive atmosphere and rich history of this remarkable property.
This special event is a rare opportunity to experience the elegance and charm of a 19th-century Kennebunk Christmas, surrounded by twinkling lights, historic architecture, and good company.
Tickets: $50 per person(Advance purchase recommended; space is limited.)
If 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.
Special Note: For Members reserving the 3:30PM timeslot, please use “Holiday2025” in the coupon area for $5 off your ticket. Those Members reserving 2:00PM can use MBR5. Member discounts are for Museum Members only. Registrations are checked against our beloved Member List and you will be contacted if you are not a Member. Thank you!

OceanWorld: Perspectives of the Sea Online Lecture
2025-12-07 17:30 - 18:30
Hear about the Museum’s 2025 exhibition, “OceanWorld,” which presents varied perspectives of the ocean we all know. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Glaciologist Dr. Catherine Walker will discuss the science behind the exhibition, and what ice can tell us about the sea. This presentation will premiere here and on the Museum’s Youtube Channel on Sunday, December 7th!
This lecture has been rescheduled due to scheduling conflicts and will premiere online on Sunday, December 7! Do you have questions about the science behind the exhibit, or the science of our active planet? Email them to us at info@brickstoremuseum.org!

Origami Holiday Cards Workshop
2025-12-09 13:00 - 14:30
Join us and learn to create handmade origami cards for the special people in your life. You’ll take home at least three completed cards, complete with envelopes and step-by-step instructions. Bonus: if time allows, you can also make a few adorable little origami trees. This fun, creative workshop is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season — and all supplies are included!

Instructors: Nancy Dorn and Joe Mulqueen

Metal Embossed Ornaments Workshop
2025-12-10 12:00 - 14:00
Create shimmering holiday ornaments with the timeless art of metal embossing! In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to work with lightweight metal sheets to design and emboss festive shapes such as stars, moons, trees, and more.

Guided step-by-step, you’ll explore basic embossing techniques, experiment with texture and pattern, and craft ornaments that catch the light beautifully on any holiday tree or seasonal display.

No experience is needed and all materials are included. Each participant will leave with several unique, handmade ornaments to keep or give as gifts.

Instructor: Sarah Soleau

Museum Volunteer Luncheon
2025-12-13 11:00 - 13:00
To our dearest volunteers,
The Brick Store Museum has welcomed nearly 10,000 visitors across our doorstep this year – to exhibitions, classes, workshops, events, and research. Your donation of time, talent and skill makes all of this learning happen.

To celebrate the holidays with the Museum team, we invite you to join us for a light holiday lunch (soups & sandwiches) on Saturday, December 13 at 11am – 1pm! Please bring a plate of cookies for dessert if you’d like to share. Not a requirement, but fun for those who enjoy baking.
We’ll leave plenty of time to visit with volunteer team members and give a few exciting updates for what’s ahead in 2026. Bring your ideas, suggestions and feedback as this is meant to be interactive and shared!
To RSVP, please let us know that you’re coming by December 11 via the RSVP below.
Cheers!
The Brick Store Museum
PS – Can’t make this one? No worries! Our next Volunteer Luncheon is scheduled for February 2026.

Holiday Open House
2025-12-19 16:00 - 19:00
The Museum is open to the community to visit and enjoy with friends and neighbors. Free admission, light appetizers and treats, Gingerbread House displays, specialty cocktails and seasonal beverages, and of course last-minute shopping in the Museum store! Free admission.
Call 985-4802 or see below to RSVP.

Museum Winter Break
2025-12-22 08:00 - 2026-01-02 17:00

New Year’s Eve Kennebunk Celebration (NYE KBK)
2025-12-31 18:00 - 21:00
Join us downtown on Wednesday, December 31st for Kennebunk’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration! Enjoy family-friendly activities along Main Street, including free admission to the Brick Store Museum from 5pm–9pm and ice skating at the Waterhouse Center. The festivities feature an Early Bird Blueberry Drop at 9pm and the iconic Wild Blueberry Ball Drop from the First Parish Church Bell Tower at midnight. All events are free and open to the community.
