Fifth Maine Museum

Fifth Maine Museum Built in 1888, the Fifth Maine is a history museum and historic site open to the public May-Oct. We hope you enjoy your visit!

The Fifth Maine Regiment Memorial Hall was built in 1888 as the "Headquarters" of the Fifth Regiment Maine Volunteer Infantry 1861-1864. For nearly sixty years the veterans and their families summered here, enjoying the cooling ocean breezes and magnificent view from the verandah of their beloved cottage. Under the stewardship of the Fifth Maine Regiment Community Association, the Hall is maintained as a Civil War and local history museum and a cultural center for our island community.

Heads up that the museum is closed this Saturday. We'll reopen on Sunday, September 6!
08/31/2026

Heads up that the museum is closed this Saturday. We'll reopen on Sunday, September 6!

It’s International Dog Day! Here is Emily P. Trefethen (1875-1964) and her dog Rover on Peaks Island around 1890. Rover ...
08/26/2026

It’s International Dog Day!

Here is Emily P. Trefethen (1875-1964) and her dog Rover on Peaks Island around 1890. Rover was clearly beloved, and appears in many Trefethen family photographs.

We served almost 1000 pancake breakfasts this summer, and we had fun doing it! Thanks to all the volunteers and staff wh...
08/23/2026

We served almost 1000 pancake breakfasts this summer, and we had fun doing it! Thanks to all the volunteers and staff who made it happen, our business sponsors, and for all the community members who showed up to eat!

Recently we were interviewed by Chris Marot from Peaks Island Radio about the new exhibit "Abandon Ship!". Check out the...
08/20/2026

Recently we were interviewed by Chris Marot from Peaks Island Radio about the new exhibit "Abandon Ship!". Check out the link in the comments. It's a fascinating listen!

This Sunday! It's time for pancakes by the sea🥞🌊🥞🌊🥞🌊
08/17/2026

This Sunday! It's time for pancakes by the sea🥞🌊🥞🌊🥞🌊

TONIGHT! Join us for a karaoke party on the porch of the Fifth Maine!
08/14/2026

TONIGHT! Join us for a karaoke party on the porch of the Fifth Maine!

Thursday evening at 7PM all are invited to attend a free public talk at the Fifth Maine Museum with guest curator Susan ...
08/12/2026

Thursday evening at 7PM all are invited to attend a free public talk at the Fifth Maine Museum with guest curator Susan Hanley! The talk will immediately follow our annual membership meeting which starts at 5:30PM and is for members of the Fifth Maine Museum. New members are always welcome! You can join in person anytime the museum is open, on the night of our membership meeting, or through this link. We hope to see you there!

Thank you to everyone who came to Art on the Porch! The creative talent was off the charts. We can't wait until next yea...
08/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who came to Art on the Porch! The creative talent was off the charts. We can't wait until next year 💛

Our Annual Membership Meeting is this Thursday evening from 5:30 - 6:30pm, followed by a special presentation at 7pm by ...
08/11/2026

Our Annual Membership Meeting is this Thursday evening from 5:30 - 6:30pm, followed by a special presentation at 7pm by Susan Hanley, guest curator of the new exhibit "Abandon Ship! Mishaps and Maydays on Casco Bay." Join us!

Come to the Lion's Club on Peaks Island tonight for free burgers, music, and a chance to learn more about participating ...
08/10/2026

Come to the Lion's Club on Peaks Island tonight for free burgers, music, and a chance to learn more about participating island organization's current projects and initiatives! The FIfth Maine Museum will be there. Come say hello! 5-7pm at Greenwood Garden.

Address

45 Seashore Avenue
Peaks Island, ME
04108

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm
Sunday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+12077663330

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