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Peary–MacMillan Arctic Museum, Arctic exploration museum at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine, United States.

The Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum displays extensive collections of Arctic artifacts, photographs, and equipment from multiple northern expeditions through dedicated exhibition spaces.

Established in 1985, the museum preserves the legacy of Arctic explorers Robert Peary and Donald MacMillan, both Bowdoin College graduates who conducted research missions.

The museum collections include traditional tools, clothing, and art pieces representing the daily lives and traditions of Arctic Indigenous communities.

Located at 10 Polar Loop, the museum opens Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sundays from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

The museum maintains an evolving collection of climate data and environmental research documenting the rapid changes occurring in Arctic regions.

Location: Maine

Inception: 1985

Website: http://bowdoin.edu/arctic-museum

GPS coordinates: 43.90750,-69.96325

Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:09

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