Hanna B. Designs Pop Up at the Shaw Institute!
Hanna B. Designs Pop Up at the Shaw Institute Come shop and play with Hanna B. at the Shaw Institute from 10 am to 4 pm in her iconic pink trailer on Friday, July 17! Rain date: July 24
Hanna B. Designs Pop Up at the Shaw Institute Come shop and play with Hanna B. at the Shaw Institute from 10 am to 4 pm in her iconic pink trailer on Friday, July 17! Rain date: July 24
Learn about local marine ecology, and oceanography and the creatures that call Maine home, but be prepared to get wet! This activity is for ages 8 and up, and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Be prepared for wet, slippery, and uneven ground. We recommend dressing lightly, bringing a water bottle, and […]
Kids are invited to an Ocean Storytime with Charlie the Shark from the Shaw Institute on Thursday, August 6 at 10:30 a.m. at the Blue Hill Town Park. Charlie loves to read books to kids about the ocean and teach them why caring about our oceans is important. Join him for a fun ocean themed […]
Learn about local marine ecology, and oceanography and the creatures that call Maine home, but be prepared to get wet! This activity is for ages 8 and up, and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Be prepared for wet, slippery, and uneven ground. We recommend dressing lightly, bringing a water bottle, and […]
Join Executive Director Dr. Charlie Rolsky for an update on the Shaw Institute’s growing impact in the lab and across the coastal communities we serve. Over the past two years, we have expanded our environmental research, launched new educational initiatives, and deepened our partnerships to protect local ecosystems. Discover our latest milestones and hear our […]
Join us for a whimsical exploration of the animal kingdom’s most extraordinary connections as our executive director shares a lecture on how critters find love in the natural world. These fascinating love stories reveal that diverse affection is a perfectly natural part of our world. He’ll speak about interesting mating strategies, wacky habits, strange mate […]
Hanna B. Designs Pop Up at the Shaw Institute Back by popular demand! Come shop and play with Hanna B. and special guest, Griffin Tyler Art at the Shaw Institute from 10 am to 5 pm in her iconic pink trailer on Saturday, August 29!
Discover the world of nudibranchs, the vibrant and colorful sea slugs that roam the ocean without shells. This hands-on workshop offers a chance to explore their biology—including their habitats, diets, and local species—while crafting your very own felted sea slug. Instructor: Reese Wolfe Date: Sunday, August 30 Time: 9:00 am-11:30 pm Ages 10 & up Registration Waiver […]
Explore the complexities of our relationship with plastic in an engaging discussion led by plastic pollution expert, Dr. Charlie Rolsky of the Shaw Institute. He will cut through the confusion, separating the facts from the fiction surrounding the widespread use of this material. Dr. Rolsky will address critical issues, including the threats posed by microplastic […]
Learn about local marine ecology, and oceanography and the creatures that call Maine home, but be prepared to get wet! This activity is for ages 8 and up, and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Be prepared for wet, slippery, and uneven ground. We recommend dressing lightly, bringing a water bottle, and […]
Featuring Nicole Stott, Christina Korp, and Dr. Charles Rolsky Join us for a community celebration of science, art, and environmental stewardship. Explore a unique exhibition featuring work created by Blue Hill Harbor School and George Stevens Academy students using marine debris. This event is part of the "Oceans to Orbits: Science, Art and Action" initiative […]
Celebrate Maine Coastal Cleanup month with the Shaw Institute and Blue Hill Heritage Trust. All community members are welcome to participate. Bags and gloves will be provided. Please note that trails and shoreline areas have varied terrain. Participants are advised to dress appropriately for both the outdoor weather and the tasks involved. Rain date: Sunday, […]