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Maine Discovery Museum MDM is a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to helping people of all ages to discover the world around them through creative exploration and science.
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Discover three floors of hands-on, interactive exhibits & our offsite science events, too! Visit
Discover three floors of hands-on, interactive exhibits that invite you to explore the worlds of science, nature, geography, children’s literature, music, art, and anatomy, plus daily STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) programming -- discoveries await. Schools & Groups
Bring your students, invite your friends and family and celebrate your child’s birthday; hold a meeting, a family reunion, or a company party! Maine Discovery Museum is a unique venue for many families, schools, or corporate events -- or let us come to you! Programs
We design programs to delight, inspire, and engage via STEAM-based explorations. Our programs within the museum walls and on the road provide opportunities for deep engagement and creative self-expression.

Join us Wednesday night for Taproom Tales, an evening of storytelling where personal experiences meet the world of scien...
10/25/2026

Join us Wednesday night for Taproom Tales, an evening of storytelling where personal experiences meet the world of science! Inspired by storytelling events like The Moth, our storytellers will share memorable, touching, and surprising moments that show how science has shaped their lives.

Everyone is welcome! Grab some of Mason's Brewing Company awesome craft b**r and food, settle in for some great stories, and leave with a new appreciation for the human side of science.

PLEASE NOTE 👻We will be closing at 4pm today to get ready for an evening of spooky fun at Monsters at the Museum!
10/24/2026

PLEASE NOTE 👻

We will be closing at 4pm today to get ready for an evening of spooky fun at Monsters at the Museum!

🎃 PLEASE NOTE 🎃 Tickets for Monsters at the Museum must be purchased in advance and will NOT be sold at the door, so gr...
10/23/2026

🎃 PLEASE NOTE 🎃
Tickets for Monsters at the Museum must be purchased in advance and will NOT be sold at the door, so grab yours today! 👻 Join us for a monstrously fun evening with spooky crafts, a costume dance party, pizza, treats, and more! Tickets are $20 per person, with members receiving 25% off. Don’t miss out on this spooktacular family night! 🕸️

10/22/2026

Do toilets flush backwards in the southern hemisphere? Listen to Kim explain the science behind this myth!

Have you checked out our Maine Science Podcast lately?! We had a great conversation with Megan Hess, the Public Works D...
10/21/2026

Have you checked out our Maine Science Podcast lately?!

We had a great conversation with Megan Hess, the Public Works Director for the Town of Orono. Megan's science background focused on aquatic entomology and she entered town government work as an environmental specialist handling stormwater management and invasive species removal. Megan became the Director of Public Works for the Town of Orono in July 2026, and she leans into both her educational and work experience in science in this role.

10/20/2026

There is truly nothing better then hanging out with Crush, our resident corn snake!

Last Thursday we had the incredible honor of hosting the inaugural Maine Science Awards and what a night it was! 🎉 From ...
10/19/2026

Last Thursday we had the incredible honor of hosting the inaugural Maine Science Awards and what a night it was! 🎉 From inspiring speeches to showcasing the vast range of science being done right here in Maine, the evening was a wonderful reminder that science is truly everywhere in our state. Maine’s scientific community is exceeding expectations, leading the way, and making this state and the world a better place, and we could not be more proud to help shine a spotlight on that work. We cannot wait to do it all again next year!

If you noticed something a little unique about our award gifts, you are not wrong! From the very first planning meeting, before the selection committee had even reviewed a single submission, we knew we wanted to give each honoree a personalized bat from Dove Tail Bats. And in a very wonderfully Maine full circle moment, Dove Tail Bats ended up being one of our award winners, which meant we got to present them with one of their very own bats. So fun!

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway Bangor; Innovation Award Sponsor, Maine Technology Institute; Program and Print Sponsor, Tyler Technologies; Table Sponsors, City of Bangor, Jackson Laboratory, University of Maine College of Earth, Life, and Health Sciences, School of Forest Resources, and Climate Change Institute; and Decor Sponsors, University Credit Union and S.J. Rollins Technologies.

It is a spooky good week at MDM and we would love to see you! 🎃 Our daily programming includes bat puppets and mobiles, ...
10/19/2026

It is a spooky good week at MDM and we would love to see you! 🎃 Our daily programming includes bat puppets and mobiles, candy chemistry, an Open Art Studio, our always popular Reptile Show, and a whole lineup of Little Explorers sessions for your youngest curious minds. Something fun is happening every single day this week so head to our website for the full schedule and come play with us! 🦇🔬🎨

Looking for some extra Halloween fun with your littles? 🎃 Join us for Monsters at the Museum for a monstrously fun eveni...
10/18/2026

Looking for some extra Halloween fun with your littles? 🎃 Join us for Monsters at the Museum for a monstrously fun evening of spooky crafts, a costume dance party, pizza and treats, and Halloween-themed museum exploration! Costumes are encouraged, and tickets are $20 per person (members receiving 25% off!!), so grab your tickets on our website and get ready for a spooktacular family night! 👻

A reminder that My Day to Play is happening tonight, 10/16! 👻 We can’t wait to welcome our My Day to Play friends for a ...
10/16/2026

A reminder that My Day to Play is happening tonight, 10/16! 👻 We can’t wait to welcome our My Day to Play friends for a special Halloween evening filled with fun!

This sensory-friendly evening is designed for children with disabilities, those who are neurodivergent, or anyone who would benefit from a quieter, more supportive museum experience.

The museum will be closed to the general public during this event to ensure a safe, welcoming space for all.

Address

74 Main Street
Bangor, ME
04401

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(207) 262-7200

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