Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
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The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine is a non-profit organization that exists to inspire discovery and imagination through exploration and play.
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
1w ago
The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine is thrilled to welcome Lisa DiFranza, our current Artist in Residence, for a unique and collaborative project that brings the concept of community to life. Titled “Faces of Belonging,” this interactive, evolving mural invites visitors of all ages to reflect on and contribute to a collective portrait of belonging in Maine ..read more
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
1w ago
Museums for All is a national initiative that makes cultural experiences accessible to everyone. It offers discounted admission to individuals receiving government assistance, such as SNAP, EBT, or state healthcare. More than 850 museums across the U.S. participate, including ten here in Maine. This program helps ensure that financial barriers don’t stand in the way of families enjoying valuable experiences at museums, fostering a lifelong love of learning and exploration ..read more
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
1M ago
Casting Notice! Help set the stage for all children to imagine and learn through play as an actor in "Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress" at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine (CMTM.) Application deadline: November 1 / Or until positions are filled ..read more
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
1M ago
Casting Notice! Help set the stage for all children to imagine and learn through play as an actor in "Pete the Cat" at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine (CMTM)! Application deadline: November 1 / Or until positions are filled ..read more
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
1M ago
CMTM is thrilled to collaborate with the incredibly talented René Goddess for the upcoming production of “Beautiful Blackbird” in CMTM's Maddy's Theatre, debuting on September 28. To give the community a closer look at the creative directorial mind behind the production, we spoke with René to learn more about her artistic journey, her inspiration for this show, and what she hopes audiences will take away from this vibrant celebration of culture and identity ..read more
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
1M ago
At the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, we’re always looking for new ways to play and create. You may have noticed some fun new additions popping up around the building, from our new Visitor’s Store to our latest friends in From The Mountains to the Sea, CMTM’s aquarium! Every day is a new adventure, with so many stories ready to unfold. And we can’t wait to share our latest stories with you! Read on to see what’s new and how your family can explore what’s new at CMTM ..read more
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
2M ago
This summer at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, we have been fortunate to have an incredible group of people join our team as Summer Interns. We’re excited to share more about some of these individuals’ contributions and the unique talents they’ve brought to CMTM ..read more
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
3M ago
CMTM has 5 core values: belonging, play, community, curiosity, and trust. Each month, we are shining a light on a different core value and the how and why behind its significance to our organization and the people that make up our CMTM community. This month, we are taking a closer look at Community ..read more
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
4M ago
Board Class of 2024 L to R: Katie Porter, Rose Splint, Maya Williams, Cameron Peden, Keyla Alston-Griffin
We are thrilled to announce the addition of five dynamic individuals to the Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine's (CMTM) Board of Directors. Each new member brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective that will enhance our ability to serve the community and our mission. Additionally, CMTM has voted in a new executive board consisting of longstanding members who will oversee the executive functions of the organization for the next twelve months.
New Board Members incl ..read more
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine Blog
4M ago
Plan Your Visit Tips for Visiting CMTM
Planning a trip to the Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (CMTM)? Whether it’s your first or your tenth time visiting, we've got you covered with some tips to help make your time at CMTM as smooth and enjoyable as possible!
How to Park: There is ample parking on Thompson’s Point. Please note that CMTM does not operate or manage parking. The entirety of Thompson’s Point is in parking zone 1213. All parking is pay-to-park and managed by Thompson’s Point. Parking is monitored 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. The rate is $2 an hour. Plan ahea ..read more