An Journey Through Nature's Mating Game! - SOLD OUT Come celebrate Valentine's Day at the Shaw Institute! Enjoy Oysters, wine, and cheese (you know those good ol' aphrodisiacs) before our executive director shares a lecture on how critters find love in the natural world. He’ll speak about interesting mating strategies, whacky habits, strange mate choices, […]
Exploration of Watersheds with Daniella Rodriguez, Education and Outreach Coordinator at the Shaw Institute of Blue Hill, ME. The Shaw Institute has been conducting coastal monitoring for over 15 years, testing popular beach sites around the Blue Hill Peninsula for harmful algal blooms, fecal bacteria, and other sources of pollution. By analyzing water samples and […]
As part of the National Graduate Research Polymer Conference (NGRPC), administered by ACS POLY, the Shaw Institute's Executive Director, Dr. Charlie Rolsky, will be participating in a panel discussion on finding success as a grad student and after grad school. He and others will be offering advice you could give to graduate students as they […]
Sponsored by the Ellsworth Noontime Rotary Club. The fair will be a gathering of 3-6 graders who are aspiring professionals. This will be an opportunity for the students to ask questions of professionals in our area that they have an interest in. The Shaw Institute team will be on hand to present the many great […]
The time has finally arrived! Join the Shaw Institute on Wednesday April 16, to celebrate the community’s efforts in obtaining our new, 200-gallon touch tank. Discover and learn all about marine wildlife and the Gulf of Maine. You’ll have the chance to meet our resident bi-colored lobster, Arnold Clawmer - a 1 in 50,000,000 rarity. […]
Join the Shaw Institute and Blue Hill Heritage Trust for an early Earth Day 2025 beach clean-up event, Saturday, April 19th from 10 am-12 pm at Carter Nature Preserve in Surry with the Shaw Institute. This is a Family Friendly Event! We will provide materials for collecting trash, which we send gratitude to the Natural […]
Join plastic pollution expert Dr. Charlie Rolsky as he talks about how we've changed our relationship status with plastic to, "it's complicated", as well as the truths and myths surrounding our use of this material. Charlie will also highlight research that the Shaw Institute is conducting surrounding human health, PFAS contamination, and more. Location: College of the Atlantic, […]
The Shaw Institute will be on hand at this annual gathering organized by the Chamber. We'll be there to talk about our research, education and all upcoming community engagements.
Discover Arnold Clawmer, our 1 in 50 million chimera lobster, and learn about Maine's iconic crustacean in this hands-on workshop! Explore the fascinating world of lobster genetics and the incredible color variations found in nature. You'll also create your own unique felt lobster to take home! All supplies, light refreshments and snacks will be provided. […]
Mark your calendars for June 6 … the first First Friday of the summer season! Join us, and other local businesses, for expanded hours. We'll be open later, providing a great opportunity to check out our new touch tank, gift shop and even take a lab tour.
Make Your Own Snazzy Pouch Out of Plastic Waste! Ages 10 and beyond, all levels welcome. Saturday, June 7th, 9 am-12 pm (Rain date - Sunday, June 8th) Registration Waiver 12 participants Maximum Instructor: Hilary Tobin of Island Meadow Arts Cost: $45 Celebrate World Ocean Day by joining the Shaw Institute and Island Meadow Arts […]
Discover the extraordinary and diverse ways creatures connect in nature! This family-friendly presentation explores unique relationships in the animal kingdom, from head-eating to dazzling dances, we’ll uncover fascinating love stories in nature. It’s all part of the Pride celebration from the First Congregational Church. FREE and open to the public.