Latest Past Events

Lobster Day!

Shaw Institute 55 Main Street, Blue Hill

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" […]

Beach Cleanup with Blue Hill Heritage Trust

Carter Nature Preserve 99 Cross Road, Surry

Join us Saturday, September 13th from 10am-12pm for a Beach Cleanup Day at Carter Nature Preserve in Surry with the Shaw Institute. This is a Family Friendly Event! Plastics collected at this event will contribute to scientific research done at the Shaw Institute using our new plastics analysis and identification instrument. We will provide gloves, […]

First Fridays

Shaw Institute 55 Main Street, Blue Hill

Mark your calendars for September 5 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.