A variety of artisans come to work at the Museum to bring to life the craft and handiwork of bygone eras in Maine. Visitors have the opportunity to observe artists as they work, to touch instruments, tools, and objects—and to ask questions.
The open-air programs run from 10 am to 4 pm allowing visitors of all ages to watch the artists work and perhaps make a purchase directly from the artisan.
For 2018, the Artisan Days program has been greatly expanded so that nearly every day and artisan will be on campus. This expansion is possible because of support from the Davis Family Foundation and the Belvedere Handcrafts Fund at the Maine Community Foundation.
2018 Featured Artisans:
Aaron Margolis & Deirdre McGrath, Woodcarving
Anne Alexander, Wood & Stone Carving
April Reed-Cox, Spinning
Danielle Gerber, Metalsmithing
Ed Lutjens, Coopering
Jaime Wing, Woodblock Printing
Jim Kearney, Blacksmithing
Mark Ferguson, Steve Ferguson & Barry Worthing, Axe Making
Rebecca Townsend, Rug Twining
Susan Perrine, Weaving
Vi Eastman, Lacemaking
Artisans interested in learning more about participating in the Artisan Days program can contact Rori Smith.
Barn Frame Loom inside the Harrington Barn
Barn Frame Loom Restoration Project
Three weavers, Priscilla May Alden, Wendy Bellows, and Ursula Smith, restored and warped this beautiful Barn Frame Loom during 2017. They will be weaving on this loom throughout the season. For more information click here.