What visitors are saying

“Don’t miss this place!
I haven’t learned this much in a single trip to a museum in a long time.”

“This museum is the highlight of my Maine trip. Using the Native voice as the primary one, its stories really touch the heart. The philosophies such as “Time is not linear, it is circular… the past is the present and the present is the future”, and “Man was created to take care of Earth” show us a life filled with deep wisdom and understanding we must change the way we look at indigenous communities and respect and support them. ”

“The museum is heartfelt, accessible, and has something for all visitors but doesn’t shy away from telling the hard truths of the past and present. ”

“This museum provides insight into the local tribes and people while giving the space to reflect on their stories and legacy. Always touching.”

“Don’t miss this place! Fascinating and sobering Native American history with a beautiful presentation. I haven’t learned this much in a single trip to a museum in a long time. Something for everyone here. Great for a rainy day or just a relaxing activity between visits to Acadia.”

“The Abbe Museum was a hidden gem in Bar Harbor. The docents were knowledgeable and very pleasant. The exhibits were clear and explained well the history of the region. There was a gift shop with relevant items to buy, not five and dime knicknacks. The museum takes about 30 minutes to view and well worth the time. ”

“Wonderful museum telling an important story in a balanced and engaging way. Well done!”

“I am deeply gratified to be able to see such a positive effort in educating the public. The damage done by colonization is immense and irreparable, and these exhibits feel like a step in the right direction.”

“This exhibit does the Indigenous peoples of this land justice. Thank you for taking the time and effort to respect the people and the culture, and portray them in such a positive light. This is good work.”