Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries
Little River Lighthouse
Great Harbor Maritime Museum
MCCF develops and implements innovative programs that provide value for today ’ s fishermen and drive more sustainable management approaches for future fisheries , and connects the knowledge of fishermen , the findings of scientists , and the world of policy makers . Public programs include a Lunch & Learn monthly talk series and Discovery Wharf with a touch tank , touch wall , and virtual reality station . Their Eastern Maine Skippers Program , implemented in 6 high schools in Downeast Maine , provides students with the core knowledge and skills needed to participate in coastal fisheries .
A historic lighthouse where visitors can spend the day enjoying the island , host an event , or even spend the night .
A former town fire station renovated into a museum that commemorates local maritime heritage . The museum has hosted events ranging from model boat regattas to lectures from notable boat builders and other prominent guests and features changing exhibits . The Museum has archived a number of historic resources on the Maine Memory Network and hosts the Mt . Desert Island Community Heritage site .
Swan ' s Island Lobster and Marine Museum
The Museum tells the history of fishing on Swan ' s Island as preserved by two brothers who recognized that it was rapidly disappearing . The museum includes models and a wide range of fisheries artifacts that tell the story of the people who depended on the sea for a livelihood . The museum grounds include nature trails and a " Life Along the Shore " ecology exhibit .
McCurdy ’ s Smokehouse
A complex of buildings once used to smoke herring , now serving as a museum to the cultural and economic significance of the smoking and canning industry .
Schoodic Kids Quest
Seven interactive sites along the Schoodic National Scenic Byway designed to engage children and their families in the region ’ s history , ecology and culture . Mapped sites with interpretive information , Kids Quest activity booklet in progress .
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