The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine (CMTM) seeks artists and/or makers to bring a special art or making experience to CMTM’s community celebrations. We seek artists and makers to share their voices and craft with a multi-generational audience.Submission deadline: April 30, 2025 + June 30, 2025
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We are thrilled to announce the addition of five dynamic individuals to the Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine's (CMTM) Board of Directors and a new executive board consisting of longstanding members who will oversee the executive functions of the organization for the next twelve months.
Summer is here, and the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine’s seasonal observation beehive is once again buzzing with activity! Read on to learn about our favorite pollinators.
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In 2023, the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine marked our Theatre’s Centennial Celebration. As we reflect on this historic anniversary of performance and play, our thoughts turn to the people who make CMTM an essential part of the Community. For 100 years, CMTM has centered joy, learning, creative exploration, and play in all that we do, and you have been with us every step of the way! THANK YOU!
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CMTM visitors are well acquainted with two of our resident turtles, Henry (Eastern Painted Turtle) and Morty (Musk Turtle). But did you know that CMTM is the caretaker of several other turtles who live behind the scenes? There’s Sappy (Spotted Turtle), Marie and Arnie (Eastern Box Turtles), and our newest friend, Baz (North American Wood Turtle)! Read on to learn more about this incredible reptile!
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Fall Artist in Residence, M.E.V. Franasiak, will host a 3D collaborative project in the Makerspace featuring monster-building. With your help we will build a monstrous creature with feathers and scales to encourage, befriend, and embrace our inner friendly monster selves. Read on to learn more about M.E.V. Franasiak!
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Summer is here, and the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine’s seasonal observation beehive is once again buzzing with activity! Read on to learn about our favorite pollinators.
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Play Your Way is a special play time for guests who would benefit from a quieter, low-key visit to the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine. Read on to learn more about these special events!
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It’s Exhibit Feature Friday! Our team at CMTM decided to give each exhibit the spotlight it deserves, and is dedicating Fridays to highlighting a new exhibit, diving a little deeper into the WHY and HOW behind each playful space and experience. This week’s featured exhibit is Outdoor Adventure!
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