The Wilson Museum features the collection of J. Howard Wilson and includes pre-historic, Native American, world cultures, geology and local hsitory artifacts.
Hours:
Open May 27 - September 30
Weekdays 10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday & Sunday 2 - 5 PM
John Perkins House and Blacksmith Shop
Open July and August 2-5 PM
Mission:
Building on the legacy of its founding family, the Wilson Museum uses its diverse collections and resources to provide learning experiences to stimulate exploration of the history and cultures of the Penobscot Bay region and the world.
In addition to the museum itself, the campus includes the John Perkins House, Hutchins Education Center, blacksmith shop, wood shop, and other exhibit/demonstration buildings.
Free, with the exception of guided tours of the Perkins House which are $5 per person.
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