Maine Maritime Museum Expands Community Programs, Hosts Full Moon Gathering
The Maine Maritime Museum in Bath held a Full Moon Gathering on December 3, and will host a family STEAMbox workshop called Superb Seals on December 13. These programs underscore the museum's growing role as a community education hub, offering adult programming and child centered science activities, some of which are funded to be free to the public.
The Maine Maritime Museum in Bath continued its December lineup of community events with a Full Moon Gathering on December 3 and a planned STEAMbox family workshop on December 13. The schedule reflects a mix of adult oriented and family focused offerings designed to broaden access to cultural and educational programming in Sagadahoc County.
The Full Moon Gathering, led by Maya Rook, combined meditation, ritual, gentle movement and group discussion tied to the December full moon. The evening program was open to all ages and provided a space for communal reflection and experiential learning beyond the museum's traditional maritime exhibits. Attendance at this type of program signals the museum's effort to diversify its calendar and appeal to residents seeking wellness and community engagement opportunities.
Looking ahead, the museum will present a STEAMbox family workshop titled Superb Seals on Saturday, December 13. The hands on children’s program will explore harbor and grey seals and is tailored for ages four through ten. The museum's event pages include specific times, age recommendations and ticketing and registration guidance. Organizers note that some family STEAM programs are funded to be free to the public, increasing affordability for households across the county.
These offerings matter to local residents because they position the museum as more than a repository of artifacts. By pairing adult programming with interactive science education for children, the museum supports informal learning, encourages family participation in STEM, and contributes to cultural life in Bath and the surrounding towns. Free funded slots for certain family STEAM events reduce economic barriers and help ensure that young learners have access to hands on science experiences.
Municipal leaders, parents and community groups evaluating cultural and educational resources in Sagadahoc County will view the museum's schedule as part of a broader trend toward multi purpose public institutions. Residents seeking event times, registration details or information about free family program funding should consult the museum's event listings to plan attendance.
