Abbe Museum
A museum devoted to the culture of the Wabanaki people of Maine, with basketry, birchbark objects and archaeological finds.
The Abbe Museum is a Smithsonian affiliate that presents the history and contemporary culture of the Wabanaki people of Maine and the coast. Its collection includes archaeological finds spanning more than 10,000 years, fine basketry, birchbark canoes and contemporary art. Located in downtown Bar Harbor, the museum was curated with Wabanaki participation. Admission is about $10. There are fewer open days in winter, and it is well suited to rainy days or late-afternoon visits.
Opening hours
approx. 10:00–17:00; shorter in winter
Nearby sights
- Bar Harbor Town & Shore Path
- Bar Island Land Bridge
- Sieur de Monts & Wild Gardens of Acadia
- Cadillac Mountain
- Precipice Trail
- Acadia Carriage Roads
- Beehive Trail
- Gorham Mountain