Discover People of the First Light, the Abbe Museum’s core exhibition, with a guided tour included with admission. Explore Wabanaki history and living cultures through art, stories, and language—spanning 12,000 years to the present.

No reservations needed—just drop in. Tours meet in the People of the First Light gallery. Schedule subject to change or cancellation.

Touch, Explore, Discover!

Get hands-on at the Abbe Museum! Our touch tables let visitors of all ages feel, explore, and discover Wabanaki artistry up close.

Each week brings something new—try wampum, basketry, birchbark, or quillwork—and experience the textures, tools, and traditions in a fun, engaging way.