Wilson Museum

Wilson Museum is a community museum in Castine that explores natural history, archaeology and local culture through hands-on, immersive exhibits. Founded in 1921, the museum connects visitors to stories spanning millions of years, from ancient fossils and early human tools to the history of Castine and the shores of Penobscot Bay.

Visitors of all ages can explore interactive exhibits, tour an early Castine home, and engage with demonstrations of traditional crafts and skills. Collections highlight geology, archaeology, global Indigenous cultures and regional history, offering opportunities to learn through sight, sound and touch while discovering connections between people, place and time.