Mary Brann

Penobscot Marine Museum preserves and shares the maritime culture and history of the Penobscot Bay region and coastal communities. The non-profit company is based in Searsport, ME. The museum spans a 3-acre campus with historic homes and buildings that house art, artifacts, documents, small boats, and interactive exhibits about ship captains, local industries, maritime trade, fisheries, and coastal life. It offers educational programs such as community conversations, formal presentations, workshops on artifact preservation, field trips, group tours, and children’s camps, available both in-person and remotely. The museum provides digital services including professional digitization, retouching, and printing of photographic materials, and supports community engagement through programs like the library pass program and business memberships. It also offers employment, internship, and volunteer opportunities across multiple departments.