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School Resources for field trips, education, and professional information for educators. |
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Museums |
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Abbe
Museum |
Celebrating Maine's Native American heritage, the Abbe Museum offers vast resources for teachers and students, including exhibits and specialized educational programs. Check hours on website, admission. |
PO Box 286 Bar Harbor 04609 |
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Maine
Granite Museum |
Learn about the role that granite has played in the area's history and economy. |
70 Beech Hill Crossroad Mt. Desert 04660 |
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Maine State Museum |
Museum
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9 to 5, Saturday 10 to 4, |
83 State House Station - Augusta Me. 04333-0083
207-287-2301 |
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Penobscot
Marine Museum |
Maine's Oldest Maritime
Museum. School Presentations -
Programs can be brought directly into the classroom for one class or
repeated for multiple classes during a day. They can be tailored
to the length of your class period. Most last 45 minutes to 1
hour. See webpage for specific information on these programs:
Life at Sea , Working the Bay, Shipbuilding,
Lobstering with Kenny |
Church
Street museumoffices@penobscotmarinemuseum.org 548-0334 |
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Wendell
Gilley Museum |
Discover Where Art and
Nature Meet in Maine. Showcases the work of world-renowned bird carver
Wendell Gilley, a Southwest Harbor native who was one of the two or
three recognized pioneers of this indigenous American art form. Eagles,
puffins, bluebirds and loons are the favorite "stars:" of the
Gilley Museum's video presentations. Lectures on environmental topics
are offered year-round, in association with local conservation
organizations. Bird carving workshops are offered. Museum hours and
fees: Check website for hours. Admission--Adult
$5.00 |
4
Herrick Rd. SW Hbr 04679 244-7555 |
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Wilson
Museum |
The Wilson Museum was founded by Dr. John Howard Wilson, who spent most of his youth in Philadelphia, Brooklyn, NY and Nantucket. He came first to Castine with his mother 1891.Three other buildings were added to the property in the late 1960s: The John Perkins House, Blacksmith Shop and Hearse House. Admission is free, except for the John Perkins House, where there are guided tours. Group visits can be arranged by appointment. |
107 Perkins Castine 04420 326-8753 |
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Woodlawn
Museum |
Woodlawn sits on the crest
of a hill overlooking the city of Ellsworth and surrounded by majestic
trees. Visitors may tour the museum, stroll through formal gardens,
picnic on lush lawns, explore trails where the Blacks' horses once
cantered, browse the gift shop or investigate the carriage and sleigh
collections. A visit to Woodlawn Museum offers the chance to step into
the American past! Contact the museum for hours and fees for school
groups. |
Rt. 172 PO Box 1478, Ellsworth 04605 667-8671 |
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Libraries |
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Ellsworth
Public Library |
The Ellsworth Public Library
is located on the banks of the Union River in downtown Ellsworth, Maine.
The Federalist-style building built in 1817 for Colonel Meltiah Jordan
is listed on the National Register of Historic Houses, and is commonly
known as the Tisdale House. The house has been a public library since
1897. More than 36,000 books & audio books for all ages, Large type
books, Videos - Fiction and Non-Fiction for all ages, 120 Magazines
covering a wide range of topics, Hancock County newspapers, Vertical
files of pamphlets, brochures and clippings on Maine subjects. HOURS:
9-5 Monday, Tuesday & Friday, 9-8 Wednesday & Thursday. |
20 State Street Ellsworth 04606 667-6363 |
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Blue Hill Library |
The Blue Hill Library, serving an area of 1,980 residents, has a collection of 32,000 books and periodicals; in addition, there are 1,100 CDs, records, cassettes and other audio materials, as well as 1,200 video items, such as DVDs and VHS tapes. Internet terminals are available for use by the general public. |
Parker Point Road, Blue Hill 04614 374-5515 |
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Jesup Library (Bar Harbor) |
Jesup Memorial Library, serving an area of 4,800 residents, has a collection of 31,000 books and periodicals; in addition, there are 1,260 CDs, records, cassettes and other audio materials, as well as 720 video items, such as DVD's and VHS tapes. Internet terminals are available for use by the general public. |
34 Mount Desert Street Bar Harbor 04609 288-4245 |
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North East Harbor Library |
A basic circulating collection of 35,000 bound volumes is augmented by videos and audiobooks. The Milliken Room offers a special collection of non-fiction works on Mount Desert and the State of Maine. The Library also offers bound pamphlets, archives and other materials concerning the history of its community. Programs include a series of exhibitions in the Patterson Room, Storytelling for children, and occasional special programs. Interlibrary loan service is available through the Maine Regional Library System for our patrons' convenience. A patron access photocopier and computers are maintained, and staff reference help is available as time affords. Hours:10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Monday through Saturday, and Wednesday evening from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
PO Box 279
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Education Institutions |
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College
of the Atlantic |
College of the Atlantic offers
numerous programs and facilities that help meet the needs of teachers
and student alike, in the areas of science and natural history. The Natural
History Museum offers more than 50 educational exhibits of animal
life on Mt. Desert Island and the Gulf of Maine. |
105 Eden St., Bar Harbor 04609 288-5015
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Hancock
County Higher Education Center |
The Hancock County Higher Education Center is a partnership of University College and Eastern Maine Community College designed to increase access to college courses and programs in our community. In addition to our Ellsworth center, we also offer university and community college courses via interactive television at six convenient Hancock County sites. |
248 State St., Suite 1, Ellsworth 04605 1-800-696-2540 (in state) or 667-3897 |
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Maine
Maritime Academy |
Integrate classroom knowledge with career options. Use the community as an extended classroom. Address Learning Results objectives. Most high school students do not yet realize that their professional careers have already started. They may not understand why they have to study their least favorite subjects just as much as their favorites, or where they might ever apply their knowledge “in the real world”. Discovery Voyage seeks to stimulate students’ intellectual and educational goals, as well as fuel their career aspirations. Students will be challenged to think and do. Two highly interactive programs are offered, each about five hours long. Contact MMA for more information about these programs or for campus tour options.
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66 Pleasant St., Castine 04420 326-4311
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Maine
Support Network |
The Network was established to provide quality-learning opportunities, which celebrate, support and connect all members of the learning community. Since 1986 the Network has offered support and professional development for educators from all grade levels and areas of specialty. The Network serves educators and other professionals from all over the state by providing activities regionally and statewide. The Network maintains a large multi media lending library and an interactive website. Teamwork for Kids mini-grants are offered to school districts to insure ALL Maine students have the opportunity to achieve Maine's Learning Results and Promising Futures. Visit the website for more information. |
8 Church Rd. Readfield 04355 |
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Newspapers |
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Bangor
Daily News |
The Bangor Daily News provides the Newspapers in Education program for school students. The website offers demographic information about all counties in Maine, as well as current and archived news articles. |
491 Main St Bangor 04401 |
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Bar
Harbor Times |
The Bar Harbor Times and Ellsworth Weekly are sister publications that cover news and events in Hancock County. They are published by Courier Publications. |
76 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor 04609 288-3311 www.courierpub.com/barharbortimes
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Ellsworth
American |
The Ellsworth American is Maine's largest weekly newspaper, serving Hancock County. The news paper offers current news and archived information on its web page, in addition to information about all county towns. The Mount Desert Islander is the paper's sister publication. |
PO Box 509 (30 Water Street) Ellsworth 04605 667-2576 |
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Camps |
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Camp
Beech Cliff |
Camp Beech Cliff, located on
Mt. Desert Island, offers outdoor education programs for adults and
school students throughout the school year. Among the programs they
offer are: Seeing Animal Tracks & Sign, Acknowledging the Web, Leave
No Trace, Trainers Courses, Wilderness First Responder and First Aid,
Canoe Paddle Carving, and more! Camp
Beech Cliff also offers
full day and overnight Challenge Courses for groups. Start with the low
ropes elements and progress to the Indiana Jones challenge for the final
push. We welcome ages 10 and up
for a session of learning more about yourself and each other. School
groups, nonprofit organizations, teachers, businesses and sports teams
can all benefit from our program. |
PO Box
381 244-0365 |
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Camp
Kieve |
Founded in 1981, the award winning Leadership Decisions Institute educates young adolescents, primarily from Maine, to make healthy decisions about risky behaviors, relationships and peer pressure. LDI utilizes an experiential learning model where students learn by doing, in an environment that is both challenging and nurturing. In their student-centered classes, LDI instructors aim to help students learn about themselves while learning and practicing new skills. Students are encouraged to use these new skills to take positive risks, set higher goals, and make healthy life choices. LDI offers both residential and outreach programs throughout Maine and all of New England.
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PO Box 169 Nobleboro 04555 563-5172 |
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Chewonki
Foundation |
The Chewonki Foundation is a non-profit educational institution organized in 1962. The diverse programs of the Foundation are drawn from Chewonki's educational mission and include a summer camp, a semester of academic and personal challenges for high school juniors, a variety of educational group programs, wilderness excursions, and environmental education for adults, families and individuals.
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485 Chewonki Neck Rd. Wiscasset 04578 882-7323
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Specialty Schools |
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Haystack
School of Crafts |
Haystack Mountain School of Crafts is an international craft school located on the Atlantic Ocean in Deer Isle. The school offers intensive studio-based workshops in a variety of craft media including clay, glass, metals, paper, blacksmithing, weaving, woodworking and more. Programs range from short workshops to three-week sessions and anyone may participate, from beginners to advanced professionals. |
PO Box 518 Deer Isle 04627 348-2306 |
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Wooden
Boat |
Wooden Boat School has a wide range of course offerings that may just present the opportunity, or even the challenge that you've been looking for. The School offers just about something for everyone who shares an interest in the unique worlds of boat building, woodworking, and seamanship. Amateur or professional, you'll find courses that have been designed with your needs and gains in mind. |
PO Box 78, Naskeag
Road 359-4651 |
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Laboratories |
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Jackson
Laboratory |
The Jackson Laboratory offers educational programs for scientists at various stages in their careers starting with talented high school students. The nationally renowned Summer Student Program provides high school students with an opportunity to conduct independent research under the guidance of staff scientists. More than 2,000 students, including two Nobel laureates, have participated in the program. Other educational opportunities at the Laboratory include an academic-year internship program for local high school students. Contact the Lab for other opportunities for your younger students. |
600 Main Bar Harbor 04609 288-6000 |
| MDI Biological Laboratory | The Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory offers educational programs for students at nearly all levels. High school students have a special place at MDIBL. Like undergraduates, high school students are awarded long-term research fellowships to work in the laboratory of an MDIBL investigator. Unlike undergraduates, high school students have two mentors; one, their primary mentor in the laboratory; two, an MDIBL investigator who is always available outside of the lab to answer questions and provide assistance. Most full fellowships awarded to Maine high school students. Support for students outside the State of Maine may be available on a limited basis | PO
Box 35 / Old Bar Harbor Road Salisbury Cove 04672 288-3605 |
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Banks |
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Bar
Harbor Banking and Trust |
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PO Box 400 Bar Harbor 04609 |
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Machias
Savings Bank |
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93 High Street Ellsworth 667-3378 |
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Union
Trust Bank |
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66 Main St Ellsworth 04605 |
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Bangor
Hydro |
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PO Box 932 Bangor 04401 945-5621 |
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Bridges
Program |
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Acadia
National Park |
Acadia National Park provides a variety of activities suitable for visiting educational groups. Although staff limitations are such that park personnel cannot be provided for all group visits, the park staff is eager to help leaders plan their own trips. Some planning materials are available upon request. The park offers free ranger-led, curriculum-based programs in natural sciences and social studies topics for the third through eighth grades in the local school districts. Educator guides that supplement the park’s programs are available online. The Schoodic Education Adventure residential program is offered to middle schools during the fall season. Teacher workshops are planned during the school year. Eastern National, the park’s bookstore partner, gives a 15% discount for current teachers. |
PO Box 177 Bar Harbor 04609 288-8822 |
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Down
East Audubon |
Environmental education is at the absolute core of Maine Audubon's mission. To be sure, environmental topics are increasingly integral to the curricula in classrooms around the state, but a key component of what Maine Audubon offers is the opportunity for children to experience nature first hand. Maine Audubon is not in the business of creating nature videos; they are in the business of bringing children outside to explore the woods and fields and mudflats-to see and hear and feel nature for themselves. Maine Audubon Society's natural history programs are based on the philosophy that curiosity and awareness of natural wonders excite an interest in learning and that the learning process stimulates further awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the environment and a concern for its protection. Many of their programs can be modified to reflect topics being discussed in the classroom. Maine Audubon's programs are readily incorporated into the new Learning Results initiative. |
P.O. Box 5267 http://www.maineaudubon.org/explore/teach.shtml 664-4400 |
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Union
River Watershed Coalition |
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COA,
105 Eden Street 288-5015
#424 |
| Stanwood Wildlife Sanctuary |
This 130-acre
nature preserve is owned by the Stanwood Wildlife Foundation. The
grounds include a picnic area, gift shop and marked nature trails. Has federal permit for bird rehabilitation. Located on the Bar Harbor Road, past the Maine Coast Mall. Variety of cages used mainly for migratory birds. |
PO Box 485 Ellsworth, Me 04605 667-8460 |
| Bar Harbor Oceanarium & Lobster Hatchery |
Located on Rt. 3, you'll enjoy the up-close
experience of learning about lobstering. Guided tours and the Maine
Lobster Museum are available. The working lobster hatchery is a
fascinating look into the life of lobsters. Combination tickets, group
discounts and tours available. Located 4 miles north of the park
entrance. Open Monday through Saturday. Call for more information. |
288-5005 |
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| Fort Knox |
Located on the banks of the Penobscot River,
this fort was built in 1844 to protect citizens from the British.
Explore the fort's many tunnel passageways. Bring a flashlight. Small
admission fee. |
469-7719 |
| Parson Fisher House | Parson Jonathan Fisher was the Congregational minister from 1794 to 1837 in Blue Hill. Although his primary duties as a country parson engaged much of his time, Fisher was also a farmer, scientist, mathematician, surveyor, and writer of prose and poetry. He bound his own books, made buttons and hats, designed and built furniture, painted sleighs, was a reporter for the local newspaper, helped found Bangor Theological Seminary, dug wells, built his own home and raised a large family. The parsonage which he built in 1814 offers a fascinating picture of his many talents. His library includes books on national history and poetry written by him. Jonathan Fisher's home is open to the public at selected times throughout the year. |
P.O. Box 527 44 Mines Road Blue Hill 04614 374-2459 |
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Down
East YMCA |
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238 State St Ellsworth 04605 667-3086 |
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Bar Harbor YMCA |
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Music Resources |
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Kneisel Hall |
With roots back to 1902, Kneisel Hall has been called "The cradle of chamber music teaching in America." Kneisel Hall's mission is to foster the art of chamber music through teaching and performance in an intimate environment steeped in tradition and artistic excellence. They exist to enrich the artistic skills of their students and the cultural life of the surrounding community, and to represent the highest ideals of ensemble performance. Contact Kneisel Hall to discuss performances in your school or about their Young Musicians Program for students age 9-19. |
P.O. Box 648, Blue Hill 04614 274-2811 |
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Pierre Monteux School |
While this internationally renowned school with a rich history and tradition operates in the summer, it is a valuable destination for your serious music students. French-born conductor Pierre Monteux (1875-1964) premiered many masterworks of the last century. Monteux became an American citizen in 1942 and made his permanent residence in Hancock, Maine, the childhood home of his wife Doris Hodgkins Monteux. In 1943, Pierre and Doris Monteux founded a summer school for conductors and orchestra musicians in Hancock, inspired in part by Monteux's earlier conducting classes in France. Musicians came from all over the world to Hancock to study with their beloved "Maître." Monteux once said: Conducting is not enough. I must create something. I am not a composer, so I will create fine young musicians. |
Route 1, Hancock 04640 |
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Hancock
County Planning Commission |
Their services now include special projects such as support for healthy communities, housing and community development planning, promotion of local agriculture and hazardous waste planning. Explore these developments along with ongoing work in land use, transportation, economic development, solid waste and recycling. |
395
State Street 667-7131
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Institute
for Global Ethics |
Ethical Fitness® ensures that tomorrow's leaders already are asking "what's right?" today. It provides all members of the school community with a language for talking about ethics and the skills to solve tough ethical decisions. Services for school leadership, staff, students, and their communities. |
P.O. Box 563 Camden 04843 236-6658
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Teaching About Asia |
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| Primary Source | Primary Source is a non-profit organization committed to enhancing educators' ability to teach about peoples and cultures often left out of the mainstream American classroom. Our programs span the globe from China, Islam, and Africa to African-Americans and women's history. Primary Source is proud to present this year's Maine program schedule. For more information about Primary Source Maine programs or to inquire about our other programs around New England, contact |
www.primarysource.org/maine
Ryan Bradeen, Maine Program Coordinator 207 989 6098, ryan@primarysource.org |
| National Consortium for Teaching about Asia | The National Consortium for Teaching about Asia (NCTA) is a multi-year initiative to encourage and facilitate teaching and learning about Asia in world history, geography, social studies, and literature courses. | www.smith.edu/fcceas/conference.html |
| Five College Center for East Asian Studies | FCCEAS aims to support, encourage, and improve the teaching of East Asian cultures in elementary, middle, and secondary schools in New England. They work to improve the quality, quantity, and distribution of resources for teaching about East Asia at the college and pre-college levels and to offer opportunities for pre-college educators to experience East Asian cultures firsthand. The Center maintains a Resource Library, publishes a newsletter three times a year, and conducts seminars, institutes, conferences, and workshops for college and pre-college educators. | www.smith.edu/fcceas |
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Lesson Plans On Line |
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| General Motors Education Resources |
On-line resources for science teachers. Lesson plans on energy, technology, and sustainability for K-12. |
http://www.gm.com/company/gmability/edu_k-12/teachers/index.html
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