In celebration of National Lobster Day, we're celebrating these invaluable marine creatures. 11am- Lobster Lecture (discussing the ecology of lobsters, fishing practices here in Maine, and more!) 12:30pm- We'll be feeding Arnold Clawmer a super special lunch of salmon! 2pm- Repeat Lobster lecture Throughout the day we will also have a "make a lobster craft" […]
The Shaw Institute is proud to be screening the award-winning documentary short film, SLUDGE: A PFAS UPRISING (28 minutes), followed by a panel discussion featuring filmmakers, PFAS experts and Maine family farmers that are featured in the film. The audience will also have the opportunity to ask questions. Our team served as advisors on the […]
The Shaw Institute will be participating in the kids fun zone portion of the Autumn Gold Festival at Knowlton Park. The Festival is Ellsworth’s beloved annual fall celebration, hosted by the Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce. Held the last weekend in September, this vibrant tradition brings together residents and visitors to enjoy the beauty of the […]
The Shaw Institute is proud to be screening the award-winning documentary short film, SLUDGE: A PFAS UPRISING (28 minutes), followed by a panel discussion featuring filmmakers, PFAS experts and Maine family farmers that are featured in the film. The audience will also have the opportunity to ask questions. Our team served as advisors on the […]
Mark your calendars for October 3 for another First Fridays in downtown Blue Hill! Join us, and other local businesses, for expanded hours, food, music and shopping. We’ll be open later, providing a great opportunity to check out our new touch tank, gift shop and even take a lab tour.
Join us for "Build. Create. Innovate.," a FREE family-friendly event open to the entire community! This dynamic STEM and innovation event is designed for families, offering a hands-on experience that brings science, technology, engineering, and creativity to life. Enjoy interactive exhibits, exciting demonstrations, and engaging activities suitable for all ages. Discover the power of curiosity, imagination, […]
Do your young home school learners wanna know more about some of their favorite tide pool critters? Here at the Shaw Institute we will be offering a class to talk about all things echinoderm! These are the family that makes up sea stars, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers! We give a brief lecture to describe […]
Word’s popular Poetry Crawl returns! Join us on an easy walk around Blue Hill village to hear a sequence of readings by remarkable poets, one poet at each of five local venues. There are 15 minute between readings to allow for relocating to the next venue. Dress warmly. The out-of-doors locations have an indoor alternative […]
Celebrate Halloween in downtown Blue Hill and visit Charlie the Shark's lair for a trick or treat. Doors open at 4 pm until candy and treats run out. More details coming soon!
Explore the intertidal zone through the art and science of cyanotype printmaking. This workshop, led by marine scientist, artist, and educator Rose Edwards, invites participants aged 10 and up to create memorable prints using algae, crab molts, and shells. All materials, including two 8.5” x 11” pieces of photosensitive fabric, are provided. The finished products […]
The Shaw Institute is proud to host Forever Ours: PFAS and Plastics, a thought-provoking art exhibition exploring humanity’s complex relationship with persistent materials like microplastics and PFAS. The exhibit, which runs through summer of 2026, opens with a public reception on Saturday, November 22, from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at the Shaw Institute’s Environmental Education Center in downtown Blue […]
THIS EVENT IS FULL. Create a felt holiday ornament at the Shaw Institute's needling workshop! Local artist Reese will lead this hands-on class for parents and kids (ages 8+). Sharp needles are used, so children must be supervised by an adult. All participants creating an ornament must register. Accompanying adults who are not creating an […]