This is our biggest event of the year, spanning two full days! Complete with reenactors and more, there is so much to experience during this two-day event. We will be releasing more details as the event gets closer!! We are also looking for volunteers to assist during the event. If you are interested, please DM […]
Heavy Metal is our event focussed on the machines. In the 1900s era area, Lombards ply the roads, and the mills in the Mill Yard churn out boards and shingles. Guest demonstrators bring in their machines. Down the hill in the Colonial era of the grounds, several blacksmiths tend their forges and give guests a […]
It is that time of year to witness the amazing return of the Alewife’s to Blackman Stream in Bradley Maine. These resilient fish swim their way up to Chemo Pond to spawn before making the long trek back to the sea. Learn about migration of the Alewife’s along with the impact they would have had […]
Event will be held snow or no snow!! The newest Lombard will be on Display, Author Tim Caverly will be in the settlers' cabin telling stories, Lord Byron the Blacksmith will be working hard in the blacksmith shop, and Axe Women Loggers of Maine will be providing demos. If you get hungry, Smoke & Steel […]
Step back into the 1790's with Living History Days at Leonard's Mills.
Mushroom expert, David Spahr will introduce the class to wild mushroom foraging. Tools, equipment,safety and best practices will be reviewed. David is the author of Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms of New England and Eastern Canada. He has foraged since the mid 1950s. Instructor: David Spahr Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Members get a 10% […]
Learn about edible mushrooms in this introduction to mushroom foraging with Director of University of Maine's School of Biology & Ecology, Seanna Annis. Instructor: Dr. Seanna Annis Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Members get a 10% discount. Please contact the office to purchase tickets: 207-974-6278 info@maineforestandloggingmuseum.org
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make delicious foods over a fire? This is the class for you. We will go over some favorite’s backcountry recipes. In this […]
Lombards, mills and beans!
In this exciting and hands-on class, students will have the unique opportunity to unleash their creativity by carving their very own wooden spoon and crafting a coal burned bowls. Not only will participants learn the art of carving, but they will also have the option to personalize their creations with stunning paint designs or experiment […]
