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SEA You Soon for a WHALE of a Welcome!
Event
September 12, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cultural Building Atrium
Join us in the Cultural Building Atrium for a very special pre-opening party on September 12
Meet Chunk, dive into the museum’s pop-up store, and enjoy live music, food trucks, giveaways, and more…
RSVPs are appreciated, but not required, for this FREE community event
Get to Know Our Humpbacks
Learn about the real-life stories of Vector, the whale calf, and how the team at Whales and Nails installed the dramatic display.
Climb Inside the Belly of a Whale
Meet ‘Chunk’ and take a tour inside his body with Within the Whale’s Jessica Woodend to learn about whale ecology like never before!
Get Immersed in the UMaine Touch Tank
Explore our coastal ecosystems, their inhabitants, and why sustainable aquaculture practices matter.
Explore Our Very Own Gulf of Maine
Discover the diversity of our own Gulf of Maine through a fun, interactive activity and get your creativity flowing.
PLUS
Feast on Sea-Themed Treats
Enjoy FREE specialty drinks and donuts from Morning Moose Coffee Truck
AND
Rock out with KindKids!
Kindness and creativity are front and center for a special performance to get you moving
SEA You There!
Saturday, September 12, 2026
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Cultural Building Atrium, 230 State Street, Augusta, ME Get Directions
All ages are welcome
FREE to all; no need to pre-register! RSVPs are appreciated, but not required.
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