K-12 School Programs

The Abbe Museum specializes in the use of objects and student-guided exploration to create memorable experiences to enhance your students’ learning about the Wabanaki tribes, past, and present. Available in-person at the Museum or in a digital format, our current programs include:

Visiting The Abbe*

Students participate in a guided tour of the museum’s downtown location. We can accommodate a maximum of 50 students at one time, and require at least 1 chaperone for every 10 students. Larger groups can be arranged with staggered start times.

*Not available in digital format.

Layers In Time

During this interactive program, students will not only learn about who the Wabanaki are, but also will look at examples of Wabanaki material culture and technology and how it relates to the four things that all cultures need to survive. Students will discover how the environment of Maine was and still is utilized to meet the needs of the Wabanaki people. We will discuss how traditional Wabanaki tools and technologies are still used today and how they have been innovated. Suggested grade level: 2-5th grade.

Deconstructing Stereotypes

During this interactive program, Abbe Museum educators examine and explain stereotypes commonly held about Native Americans or Indigenous Peoples of North America. As a group, we define what a stereotype is and explore our initial thoughts when we hear the word “Native American.” Through discussion, students will have the opportunity to directly address stereotypes of Native American culture they may have encountered. We also compare and contrast what are examples of appreciation versus appropriation of Indigenous culture. Suggested grade level: 7-12th grade.

Rates & Policies: Additional fees will be charged for reservation requests scheduled outside of standard operating hours*, for reservation requests made within 7 days of the requested date ($50.00), and for any alterations to reservations without advanced notice ($25.00). Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours before the scheduled time. Cancellations within 48 hours and no-shows will forfeit their deposit. We reserve the right to alter, adjust, or cancel reservations if necessary. Fifty Percent (50%) of your payment is due upon signing of the agreement. The rest of the payment is due upon arrival unless otherwise arranged.

*Fees will be dependent on type of program requested, date, and time of request

For more information or to make a reservation, please contact us at educator@abbemuseum.org or submit a school program request using the button below. 

 

Group Tours

Self-guided groups can be scheduled for our current hours of operation.

Seven-day notice is appreciated for all self-guided groups (please note: groups of 20 or more must make a reservation). Advanced reservations are required for all guided tours. For more information about group tours or to make a reservation, please contact us at visit@abbemuseum.org or submit a tour request using the button below.

Rates & Policies: Additional fees will be charged for reservation requests scheduled outside of standard operating hours*, for reservation requests made within 7 days of the requested date ($50.00), and for any alterations to reservations without advanced notice ($25.00). Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours before the scheduled time. Cancellations within 48 hours and no-shows will forfeit their deposit. We reserve the right to alter, adjust, or cancel reservations if necessary. Fifty Percent (50%) of your payment is due upon signing of the agreement. The rest of the payment is due upon arrival unless otherwise arranged.

*Fees will be dependent on type of tour requested, date, and time of request

 

Group Programs

Abbe educators will create a customized 1-hour program for groups of 5 or more participants. Two weeks of advance notice is required for booking. Prices start at $35 per person. Please inquire at educator@abbemuseum.org or submit a tour request using the button below.

Rates & Policies: Additional fees will be charged for reservation requests scheduled outside of standard operating hours*, for reservation requests made within 7 days of the requested date ($50.00), and for any alterations to reservations without advanced notice ($25.00). Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours before the scheduled time. Cancellations within 48 hours and no-shows will forfeit their deposit. We reserve the right to alter, adjust, or cancel reservations if necessary. Fifty Percent (50%) of your payment is due upon signing of the agreement. The rest of the payment is due upon arrival unless otherwise arranged.

*Fees will be dependent on type of tour requested, date, and time of request

 

Educator Resources

The Abbe offers a variety of free resources to help educators teach about the Wabanaki. Teacher workshops, free online curriculum material, lists of recommended resources, and our educator discounts in the Museum Shop are just a few of these resources.

Learn more in our Educator Hub >