Maine history on the move as Cultural Building renovations wrap up

Plans are now underway for the return of the Maine State Library, the Maine State Museum and the Archive to the state Cultural Building as its $45 million renovation project nears completion.

Central Maine nonprofits teach children about the outdoors at annual MaineFest in Augusta

The event took place Saturday and organizers expected around 300 participants.

Renovations to Maine State Museum chug along with removal of historic steam engine

When the Augusta museum reopens, likely in 2025, it is expected to feature interactive exhibits that boost focus on women and minority groups — and two humpback whale skeletons.

Topsham foreman rolls massive train into and out of state museum, 37 years apart

Todd Belaire of The Cote Corp. of Auburn returned this week to the Maine State Museum in Augusta to undo work he had done in 1986.

Maine State Museum celebrating state Saturday with ‘Maine Fest’

It will be the first time the museum hosts the outdoor, family-oriented Maine-themed event taking place in Augusta's Capitol Park.

Maine Cultural Building in Augusta to stay closed for 2 years amid asbestos removal, mechanical upgrade

The building, which was built in 1967, houses the Maine State Archives, Maine State Library and Maine State Museum.

Community read of ‘We Took to the Woods’ kicks off yearlong program

Maine’s Mid-Century Moment Bicentennial Event will offer presentations throughout the year

Maine wood carvers and their work star in free event at Maine State Museum

Hands-on instruction and demonstrations for all ages featured on Saturday, Dec. 14

Model trains and enthusiasts take over Maine State Cultural Building

The atrium at the Maine State Cultural Building in Augusta was packed with dozens of families who gawked at elaborate model train setups.

Wood carving displays and demonstrations to be presented at the Maine State Museum in Augusta