Museum Events

From sawmill demonstrations to seasonal festivals, there's always something happening at the Maine Forest and Logging Museum. Check out our upcoming events and plan your visit!

Explore the Museum

The grounds are open daily during daylight hours.

Tuesdays are volunteer work days. Volunteers are on the grounds from around 9am to 1pm, and will answer questions and open buildings if asked.

Living History Days

Living History Days

Oct 3, Oct 4, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Adults $10 | Children $5 (3 to 17)| Members Free | Tickets can be purchased at the gate or below

Our most popular event of the year! Reenactors, livestock, cider pressing, and sawmills running. Experience a living 1790s logging settlement in action.

Machines, Mills & Manpower

See the evolution of Maine's forest industry up close—from iron horses to water-powered mills. Our exhibits showcase the tools, tech, and tenacity that shaped the state.

Explore the Exhibits

Be Part of
Living History

Love Maine's heritage? So do we. Volunteers help operate the museum's working mills, lead tours, clear trails, and more. Your skills—old or new—can help preserve and share the past in a hands-on, meaningful way.

Become a Volunteer