The Fifth Maine Museum is partnering with the Victorian Mansion, the Maine Historical Society, the Osher Map Library, and Greater Portland Landmarks to provide a one-week Portland Explorers Camp. This is a great chance for your 9-12 year old to get a behind-the-scenes look at some of the amazing historical places around Portland and …

The Fifth Maine Museum is hiring an Operations Manager to assist with Board of Directors with administrative duties. Basic Details: Date Posted: 2/15/2023 Applications due: 3/15/2023 Date Needed: 5/1/2023 Location: Peaks Island, ME Primary Category: Administrative Salary: $20/hour Type of Position: Part-time Experience Requirement: The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years experience in organizational …

  Little boys on Centennial Beach, circa 1979         (Courtesy of Peaks Island Children’s Workshop)          It’s a cliche to describe Maine island childhoods as “magical,” but for many who grew up on Peaks Island, it’s also the truth. Children run free on the island, and always have. …