Maine State Museum

Maine State Museum is a history museum in Augusta that presents collections about the state's natural and cultural heritage. The exhibition spans about 10,000 square feet across five permanent galleries that cover different aspects of Maine's past and its people.

The museum was founded in 1971 and holds one of the nation's oldest preserved collections of Civil War flags. Its creation was part of a broader effort to preserve Maine's regional history and heritage.

The museum displays furniture, silver, and ceramics made in Maine, along with textiles and tools that show how craftspeople worked and lived in the region. These objects reflect the daily skills and traditions that shaped Maine's communities.

You can explore the permanent galleries directly or access digital archives online if you want to research specific collections. The museum's central location in Augusta makes it easy to combine with other local attractions during your visit.

The museum stores and manages artifacts not only in its main building but also in the State House and Blaine House, connecting government buildings with historical preservation. This approach of distributing collections across multiple official buildings is an unusual way to safeguard the state's heritage.