Would you like to create a visual record of your ancestor within the context of their time? During a five-week journey, this class will guide the participant through transforming a vintage book into a one-of-a-kind story of an ancestor. Participants will blend storytelling, reflection and artistic expression. This process will combine the use of old pictures, old […]
Would you like to create a visual record of your ancestor within the context of their time? During a five-week journey, this class will guide the participant through transforming a vintage book into a one-of-a-kind story of an ancestor. Participants will blend storytelling, reflection and artistic expression. This process will combine the use of old pictures, old […]
Design and dye your own one-of-a-kind bandana in this fun, hands-on workshop! Participants will create patterns using a mud resist technique, then dye their fabric in rich indigo blue. Once the resist is washed away, your design will be revealed in bold contrast. This beginner-friendly class is a great mix of creativity and simple textile […]
The Art of Raku Raku is a dramatic pottery firing process in which a piece is quickly brought to a high temperature and then rapidly cooled. This unique method creates beautiful, unpredictable results, with no two pieces ever quite the same. Potter and gallery owner Cathie Cantara will share an inside look at several raku […]
Celebrate a charming Victorian-era tradition by making your own May Day Basket. Historically, May Day baskets were filled with flowers and secretly hung on a friend or neighbor’s door as a sweet surprise. In this hands-on workshop, participants will create a small, round hanging basket designed to fit perfectly on a doorknob. This beginner-friendly class […]
The Museum's Concert Partner Mousam River Music Presents: On May 3 we welcome the internationally renowned duo of harpist Máire Ní Chathasaigh and guitarist Chris Newman from Ireland, back to Kennebunk for their second appearance in the “Concerts in West K!” series. During their first visit in 2024 they mesmerized the audience at the West […]
This guided walking tour explores Main Street and the evolution of Kennebunk’s commercial district over the past three centuries. The tour begins at the Brick Store Museum and follows Main Street to the Mousam River Bridge. Distance: approximately ½ mileLength: about 60 minutesCost: $15 per person | Free for museum members Advance reservations recommended. Call […]
Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind tote bag using the fascinating photographic process known as cyanotype printing. In this hands-on workshop, participants will arrange natural materials like leaves and ferns on fabric, then use sunlight to create striking blue-and-white prints. Each tote bag will feature a unique botanical design, making it both functional and artistic. No experience […]
Explore the fun and creative world of printmaking in this hands-on workshop focused on botanical gelli plate monotypes. Participants will use real leaves and plant shapes to create layered prints with beautiful textures, patterns, and color. Gelli plate printing is beginner-friendly and full of surprises, making it a great class for anyone who loves experimenting […]
Spend a relaxed, creative afternoon learning the art of needle tatting. In this four-hour introductory class, students will learn essential stitches, how to read patterns, and how to finish their work. By the end, you’ll have a completed piece and the skills to continue exploring this beautiful lace-making technique. This small-group class is limited to […]
Museum Members are invited to hear updates from the Museum, then explore the brand-new exhibition alongside a delicious reception complete with a Taco Bar by Las Olas! Program Schedule: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Annual Meeting 6:00pm – 7:00pm Reception in the museum RSVP below! Members are invited to attend with family or friends. Please let us know […]
The Museum's Concert Partner Mousam River Music Presents: Those who were fortunate enough to attend Liz Knowles’ solo concert in November, 2024, in which piper Kieran O’Hare joined her for a few numbers at the end of the show, know the quality of music they can expect to hear! Both Liz and Kieran are among […]