Arts, Culture & Humanities Nonprofits in Maine

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RAILWAY MUSEUM THE WW&F RAILWAY MUSEUM ACQUIRES, PRESERVES AND RESTORES THE OPERATION OF NARROW GUAGE RAILWAY AND EQUIPMENT WHICH OPERATED IN THE SHEEPSCOT VALLEY AND ON OTHER ROADS AND TO ESTABLISH

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WE STRIVE TO HONOR AND PRESERVE OUR FRANCO-AMERICAN HERITAGE, AND WELCOME OUR NEIGHBORS FROM DIVERSE CULTURES THROUGH LIVE PERFORMANCES, CELEBRATIONS, AND EDUCATION.

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The goal of this organization is to promote awareness of and appreciation for history and historical artifacts.

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PRESERVATION OF HISTORICAL LANDMARKS, DOCUMENTS, ETC. AND PROVISION OF ACCESS TO SAID DOCUMENTS TO THE PUBLIC.

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TO INSPIRE NEW LEARNING ABOUT THE WABANAKI NATIONS WITH EVERY VISIT.

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The goal of this organization is to publish a variety of materials on diverse topics. Includes university presses.

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THE WENDELL GILLEY MUSEUM IS A COMMUNITY CENTER THAT CELEBRATES THE LIFE AND WORK OF WENDELL GILLEY, A PIONEER IN THE FIELD OF DECORATIVE BIRD CARVING. IT TEACHES THE ART OF BIRD CARVING AS WELL AS OTHER HANDS-ON CREATIVE PROGRAMS AND PRESENTS ART EXHIBITIONS AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS WITH A SPECIAL FOCUS ON PEOPLE, NATURE AND ART. THE MUSEUM ENDEAVORS TO INSPIRE APPRECIATION OF THE VISUAL ARTS, ENGAGEMENT IN ARTISTIC CREATIVITY, AND RESPECT AND CARE FOR THE NATURAL WORLD.

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THE MISSION OF THE SCARBOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY IS TO INFORM THE COMMUNITY OF ITS HISTORY BY COLLECTING, PRESERVING, AND EXHIBITING MATERIALS ASSOCIATED WITH ITS PAST.

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THE OGUNQUIT MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART ENGAGES AND EDUCATES A DIVERSE AUDIENCE BY COLLECTING, EXHIBITING, PRESERVING AND INTREPRETING AMERICAN ART FROM THE 19TH CENTURY TO THE PRESENT. THE MUSEUM INCORPORATES ITS UNIQUE ARTISTIC HERITAGE AND SETTING TO ENHANCE THE VISITORS ENJOYMENT AND UNDERSTANDING OF ART.

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THE MAINE HUMANITIES COUNCIL (THE COUNCIL) IS A NOT-FOR PROFIT CORPORATION THAT IS FUNDED PRIMARILY BY GRANTS FROM THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES (NEH) AND CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC. THE COUNCIL CONDUCTS PUBLIC PROGRAMS IN MAINE THAT USE THE HUMANITIES TO CREATE CONNECTIONS, FOSTER AGENCY, AND INSPIRE INCREASED CIVIC ENGAGEMENT. THE COUNCIL ALSO PROVIDES GRANTS TO OTHER NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS CONDUCTING PUBLIC HUMANITIES PROGRAMS IN MAINE.

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THE MISSION OF THE BRICK STORE MUSEUM IS TO IGNITE PERSONAL CONNECTIONS TO HISTORY, ART, AND CULTURE THROUGH EXHIBITIONS, EDUCATION, AND SURRONDING PROGRAMS CELEBRATING THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE IN THE KENNEBUNKS AND SURRONDING COMMUNITIES.

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OUR MISSION IS TO FULFILL THE LEGACY OF FRANCES PERKINS BY CONTINUING HER WORK FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE AND ECONOMIC SECURITY AND PRESERVING FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS HER NATIONALLY SIGNIFICANT FAMILY HOMESTEAD.

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OUR MISSION IS TO CREATE RESPONSIVE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT STRENGTHEN PERSONAL, COMMUNITY AND GLOBAL WELL-BEING.

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OUR MISSION IS TO PRESERVE THE HERITAGE AND TRADITIONS OF RURAL LIFE IN MAINE'S PAST, TO CELEBRATE THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF LIVERMORES WASHBURN FAMILY, AND TO USE LIVING HISTORY METHODS TO MAKE VALUES, ACTIVITIES, AND ISSUES OF THE PAST RELEVANT TO PRESENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.

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THE BANGOR SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PROVIDES POWERFUL, ENRICHING AND DIVERSE MUSICAL EXPERIENCES THROUGH LIVE CONCERT PERFORMANCES AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY.

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THE MUSEUM SEEKS TO MAINTAIN AND PRESERVE THE HISTORY OF THE REGION AROUND MOOSEHEAD LAKE THROUGH CRUISES, TOURS, AND CHARTERS OF THE RESTORED, LAST WORKING LAKE STEAMER ON THE LAKE. THE MUSEUM IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC JUNE THROUGH NOVEMBER.

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KEEPING THE 1932 CRITERION THEATRE ALIVE THROUGH THE ARTS AND CINEMA. KEEPING THE ARTS ALIVE IN DOWNEAST MAINE THROUGH THE 1932 CRITERION THEATRE.

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THE GENERAL HENRY KNOX MUSEUM SERVES TO HONOR THE LIFE AND TIMES OF HENRY KNOX AND THE HERITAGE OF MONTPELIER.

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GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS' MISSION IS TO ENSURE THAT GREATER PORTLAND PRESERVES ITS SENSE OF PLACE FOR ALL AND BUILDS VIBRANT, SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS AND COMMUNITIES FOR THE FUTURE.

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TO PRESENT DIVERSE, HIGH-QUALITY PROGRAMS THAT PROVIDE ENTERTAINING, ARTISTIC, EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIAL EXPERIENCES THAT ENRICH OUR COMMUNITY.