Wilson Museum, Historical museum in Castine, United States.
The Wilson Museum displays collections of artifacts, including a 460-million-year-old trilobite and a Neanderthal stone axe within its exhibition spaces.
Founded in 1921 by Dr. J. Howard Wilson, the museum building was designed by architect Milton See to reflect early 20th-century architectural characteristics.
The museum presents exhibits about Indigenous cultures from different regions, maritime traditions, and local heritage through artifacts and educational programs.
Located at 120 Perkins Road, the museum operates seasonally from late spring through early fall, with varying hours and admission fees.
Visitors can participate in hands-on activities at the blacksmith shop, where traditional crafting techniques and wood shaping with historical tools take place.
Location: Maine
Inception: 1921
Architects: Milton See
Address: 120 Perkins Street, Castine, Maine 04421 04421 04421
Phone: +12073269247
Email: info@wilsonmuseum.org
Website: http://wilsonmuseum.org
GPS coordinates: 44.38394,-68.80606
Latest update: March 8, 2025 00:06
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