The Coastal Children’s Museum began as a museum without walls in 1985, and was formerly named The Midcoast Children’s Museum.

Bringing exciting programs to schools and community venues

we have been offering children and families in  Knox, Lincoln and Waldo counties education and entertainment for over 20 years.

We are now thrilled to have a home but will continue to offer our out reach programs.

Mission

Our mission is to provide children and families the opportunity to explore, discover and learn, through play about the natural world, the arts and sciences and the diversity of Maine’s mid-coast.

Vision

The Coastal Children’s Museum will offer an inclusive, relaxed and supportive environment for the positive interaction of children and adults. There will be light and airy spaces with comfortable, quiet places as well as room for movement and noise. Families and caregivers will enjoy the discoveries of children through hands-on and interactive explorations. The museum will be a resource of inspirational materials and ideas for teachers, home schoolers and the community at large.

Core Values

Each Child and parent (caregiver)deserves respect.

Families are the first educators

Learning occurs through play

The community is our biggest resource.

The Museum is responsible to the world and the environment.