A woman presents engagingly to a group of attentive children in a museum setting.

Plan your visit

NOTE – The Maine State Museum is currently closed for major renovations and will reopen in 2026. Click here for more information.

Hours & Admissions

Future Maine State Museum Hours

Tuesday-Friday, 9 am – 5 pm
Saturday 10 am – 4 pm
Closed on Sunday, Monday, and all state holidays.

Museum Store

Currently closed. Click here for more info.

Find out what is currently going on at the museum.

Museum Pricing

Adults $3.00
Seniors (62 & up) $2.00
Youth (6-18) $2.00
Children (6 & under) Free
Family Maximum $10.00
Veterans Free
Members Free

Teachers, students, and homeschoolers visiting in groups are always free.

Aerial view of Maine's state capitol building, showcasing its architecture and surrounding landscape. Along with the Maine State Museum and Blaine House.

Visit the Blaine House & State House

State House

Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm. Closed on all state holidays.

Blaine House

Tours are available by appointment only and must be scheduled more than 3 days in advance, no walk-ins.

Visit the State House & Blaine House

Directions & Parking

230 State Street
Augusta, Maine 04330

The Maine State Museum is conveniently located across the parking lot from the Maine State House. It is within easy distance of the many restaurants and businesses in downtown Augusta and Hallowell.

The museum is within easy reach of Interstate 95 (I-95), Rt. 202, and Rt. 201.

Parking

Free parking is available in lots around the museum. During legislative sessions (generally, January through April or June), parking may be limited. If parking is unavailable immediately adjacent to the museum building, it may be available behind the museum or in a nearby parking garage. Click here to download a PDF map of the State House Complex.