At the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine (CMTM), we set the stage for every child to imagine and learn through play.
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The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine Afterschool Experiences are designed with the whole child in mind. From exploring the interconnection between Maine's aquatic species to creating a show as a theatre ensemble, these experiences foster collaboration, empathy, critical thinking, and self-awareness skills.
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Designed for young audiences, this weekly storytime invites guests to listen to a live reading of curated children’s books, with fun opportunities for audience participation.
Christopher Robin just moved to London from his house in the country, and misses his former home. Despite a new friend knocking on the door and asking him to play, Christopher Robin prefers to shut himself in and not play with anyone. His father A.A. Milne has another plan, and tells him the story of a bear named Winnie-the-Pooh living in the hundred acre woods. These stories of friendship and adventure inspire a change in perspective, an opportunity for play and a new friendship to bloom in the city.
Discover the Science for Tots series! This weekly program is specially designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Circle-round for our month of shape-themed Science for Tots! During our three weeks of shape exploration, we will explore 2D and 3D shapes as we spray paint objects, play a shape scavenger hunt, and make a shape-filled cityscape.
During Science for Tots, we meet young children where they are by introducing them to STEM concepts like science, engineering, math, and the environment through rich sensory experiences. Sign up for one week or multiple weeks to meet new families and make new friends. Included with admission. Registration Required.
Note: Science for Tots requires the caregiver and child/children to attend the session together. Limited capacity to ensure materials and staff-to-participant ratio.
In the spirit of giving, our annual Make a Card / Give a Card campaign invites visitors to make a winter-inspired card for their loved ones, and one to be distributed to others who may not receive one otherwise. CMTM will be partnering with the Center for Grieving Children to distribute this year’s handmade cards to their clients and volunteers. The Center for Grieving Children provides a safe space, loving peer support, outreach, and education to grieving children, teens, young adults, families and the community. To learn more about this featured nonprofit, please visit cgcmaine.org.
In the spirit of giving, our annual Make a Card / Give a Card campaign invites visitors to make a winter-inspired card for their loved ones, and one to be distributed to others who may not receive one otherwise. CMTM will be partnering with the Center for Grieving Children to distribute this year’s handmade cards to their clients and volunteers. The Center for Grieving Children provides a safe space, loving peer support, outreach, and education to grieving children, teens, young adults, families and the community. To learn more about this featured nonprofit, please visit cgcmaine.org.
Christopher Robin just moved to London from his house in the country, and misses his former home. Despite a new friend knocking on the door and asking him to play, Christopher Robin prefers to shut himself in and not play with anyone. His father A.A. Milne has another plan, and tells him the story of a bear named Winnie-the-Pooh living in the hundred acre woods. These stories of friendship and adventure inspire a change in perspective, an opportunity for play and a new friendship to bloom in the city.
Become a whale scientist to learn about some of the ocean’s biggest creatures: humpback whales! Explore whale anatomy, observe some real whale artifacts, and discover what it takes to be a filter feeder with a water filtering experiment!
In the spirit of giving, our annual Make a Card / Give a Card campaign invites visitors to make a winter-inspired card for their loved ones, and one to be distributed to others who may not receive one otherwise. CMTM will be partnering with the Center for Grieving Children to distribute this year’s handmade cards to their clients and volunteers. The Center for Grieving Children provides a safe space, loving peer support, outreach, and education to grieving children, teens, young adults, families and the community. To learn more about this featured nonprofit, please visit cgcmaine.org.
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On return trips from her old college stomping grounds of Boston, Nancy Martin, business programs manager for the City of Portland, Maine, knows she is home when the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine (CMTM) comes into view. It is arguably the most prominent venue in a development known as Thompson’s Point, which stands out right off Interstate 295. The peninsula setting symbolizes the natural amenities Maine possesses, while the ground below is a prime example of Portland’s desire to maintain its beauty inside and out.
This week, two guests walk us through all these “Beautiful Blackbird” activities – Jordia Benjamin, Executive Director of the Indigo Arts Alliance and René Goddess, a Portland-based theater artist who is Artistic Director of The Theater Ensemble of Color as well as the director of the stage play edition of “Beautiful Blackbird.”
Assembled on a teal cardboard wall is a wide range of children’s artwork: doodles of multiple orange cats, crayon-drawn self-portraits, Acadia National Park depicted in markers, a drawing of a cup of boba tea. While the works vary in style and content, they come together in the mural to create a portrait of the children of the Portland area.
Portland, Maine, is often associated with the calm coastal and seaside lifestyles. With a lively working waterfront, picturesque lighthouses, and sea glass beaches, it’s never been a better time to plan a trip to Maine.
Fall in Portland, Maine is a spectacular experience, filled with vibrant colors and a host of activities. September to October is the best time of year to enjoy the magic of fall in Portland, from the scenic coastal views to fun downtown festivities. Stroll through the charming streets of the Old Port, where you can explore local shops and enjoy seasonal treats at cozy cafes. Don’t miss the chance to visit nearby orchards for apple picking or take in breathtaking views on a scenic drive. With local festivals celebrating food, art, and community, there’s fall things to do in Portland, ME for everyone to enjoy.
The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine received a $200,000 grant that will allow the Portland attraction to launch a multi-tiered marketing campaign to increase awareness among tourists with children.
Updates + Stories
CMTM is thrilled to bring A.A. Milne’s classic tales to life in the upcoming production of “Winnie-the-Pooh” in CMTM’s Maddy’s Theatre. To give the community a closer look at the creative mind behind this adaptation, we spoke with playwright Sean Patrick Nill to learn more about his artistic journey, his approach to adapting such a beloved story, and what he hopes audiences will take away from this heartwarming adventure in the Hundred Acre Wood.
We’re Hiring! Join the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine as a Part-Time Marketing & Communications Assistant, a position that assists and supports the strategic communications and marketing plan. Deadline: December 20, 2024.
We’re Hiring! Join the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine as a Part-Time Human Resources Manager, a position that oversees the employee lifecycle systems, from recruitment and hiring to payroll and benefit support, including offboarding. This position upholds CMTM’s systems of employee support in an equitable and legally compliant way. Deadline: December 18, 2024.
We’re Hiring! Join the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine as a PT Education Program Associate, a position that leads and supports environmental science and live animal programming for daily visitor families with children ages 2-10 and outreach audiences including daycares, schools, and community centers.. Deadline: December 18, 2024.
We’re Hiring! Join the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine as a PT Visitor Services Assistant Manager, a position that is responsible for creating a welcoming and safe environment for visitors and supporting CMTM’s interdepartmental team of forward-facing staff to carry out their daily tasks in collaboration with the Manager on Duty. Deadline: December 18, 2024.