Museums

UMaine Archaeologist Honored for ‘Pioneering Interdisciplinary Studies’

An international group dedicated to advancing science for the benefit of all people is honoring Daniel H. Sandweiss, an archaeologist at the University of Maine. The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) elected Sandweiss a Fellow for his distinguished contributions to archaeology. Alan Leshner, CEO and executive publisher of Science, says Sandweiss’ notable […]

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Artisans to Highlight Ye Olde Holiday Shoppe on Dec. 6

Looking to give unique, locally crafted gifts this holiday season? Check out the Ye Olde Holiday Shoppe from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at the University of Maine Page Farm and Home Museum. Twenty-seven area artisans, including woodcarvers, bread-makers, felters, photographers, knitters, jewelers and quilters, will be selling their wares at the […]

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Free Art Factory Family Fun Day at UMMA Dec. 6

The University of Maine Museum of Art in downtown Bangor will host its seventh annual Art Factory Family Fun Day on Saturday, Dec. 6. Members of the public are invited to drop by the museum anytime between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to take part in the art-making event. Multiple art stations will be set […]

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Media Report on Hudson Museum Artifact, Possible Inspiration for NFL Team Logo

An artifact from the University of Maine’s Hudson Museum was the focus of several media reports, including the CityLab article, “The indigenous art behind the Seahawks’ helmet.” The native mask, which is on loan to Seattle’s Burke Museum, may be the inspiration of the original team logo for the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks. The wooden Northwest […]

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UMMA to Host Drop and Shop Nov. 29

The University of Maine Museum of Art in downtown Bangor will host Drop and Shop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29. Parents are invited to drop off their children, who are in grades three through six, while they shop downtown and support local business on Small Business Saturday. Participants will be able […]

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Get in the Holiday Spirit, Make a Wreath

The University of Maine Page Farm and Home Museum will hold four wreath-making workshops in November and December. First-time wreath-makers and seasoned professionals are all invited to make a lush, fragrant, double-sided holiday wreath with trimmings. Two sessions will be held Saturday, Nov. 29 — from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. and 3–5 p.m. Sessions also will […]

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Free Press Advances History, Photography Conference at Hutchinson Center

The Free Press reported the University of Maine Hutchinson Center in Belfast will host the Penobscot Marine Museum’s 2014 History Conference, “Exploring the Magic of Photography: Painting with Light,” on Nov. 1. The influence of photography on how people see themselves and their culture is the subject of the conference that brings together scholars, professionals […]

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University of Maine Museum of Art Hosting Fall Family Fun Day

The University of Maine Museum of Art in downtown Bangor is hosting Fall Family Fun! from 1–3 p.m. Saturday, Oct 18. The public is invited to make autumn-themed crafts at the museum on 40 Harlow St. Admission and supplies are free. Registration is not required. For more information or to request a disability accommodation, contact […]

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