Very worthwhile museum. We got there late in the day, unfortunately, due to how the day worked out for us. Your ticket does include 2 days within a 7 day period, which would be useful as there is a lot to see. We were not able to do one of the boat tours due to our late schedule on this day, but those looked very worthwhile as well. **Not sure if these boat tours are offered year-round or are a seasonal thing, so you may want to check this before visiting if a boat tour is desired. **The outside buildings closed at 4:30, so we did have to rush to see the buildings that were outside of the main museum building. The map was also misleading and we didn't think we were allowed to see the buildings that were listed as white, but found out later that these were accessible as well.

Maine Maritime Museum is situated along the Kennebec river in Bath, Maine, adjacent to the Bath Ironworks. We booked on the Land and Sea tour, which I highly recommend, especially if you have never been to Bath. The tour took us on a trolley through Bath where our very knowledgeable tour guide (a former employee at Bath Ironworks) described the history of the town as well as the history of Bath Ironworks (where military vessels are built). Even the trolley driver piped in with some interesting history. Following this, we toured part of the museum and then boarded a tour boat which took us past the Ironworks where we could see several vessels in various stages of construction. We were able to cruise up the Kennebec river and back again- great narration and interest details about the area. Saw a few eagles along the way! The museum itself has retained its very interesting shipbuilding history and has some wonderful displays. The boat-building workshop was very impressive - they have an excellent connection with several schools in the area and provide programs for kids to be able to participate in boat construction. Well done, Maine Maritime Museum!

Museum located on the river. The campus is extensive with many exhibits. It was of interest to all of us, from 8 years to 76 years young. We spent over 4 hours & still didn’t see it all. Would recommend, especially on a rainy day

This is a fascinating museum, spread over a wide area. The tour guides are very knowledgeable. We heard all about the Wyoming, the largest wooden boat built and visited the blacksmith shop, other workshops and saw other boats in construction. The museum is well worth a visit.

My sister and I went on a road trip and decided to stop here. It is worth the stop. You can see all kind of Maritime history based in Maine. We went on a one hour cruise up the Kennebec river. Saw a lot of wildlife and bath ironworks the gentleman doing the Narrative was very informative and learned a lot about Maine maritime history.

We opted for the museum and boat experience--I had been several times to the museum years ago, and was glad to see the exhibits about different 'camp' and Native American lifestyles. The boat excursion was really fun, although I missed seeing every sturgeon that breached the water. Lots of osprey and lighthouses--especially some older lighthouses that aren't that common anymore. Great shipbuilding exhibits and a terrific working ship building loft where you can see boats being made, repaired, and listen to the teaching of new shipbuilders. Great stuff for kids too!

This interactive museum is fun for adults and children. Learned so much about the making of vessels, lobsters and a good ole blacksmith shop to boot! They have many people on site to answer questions, tell stories and there is also a ship that takes you to see lighthouses for an extra fee. Most everyone there is a volunteer so their hearts are really into it. Great day!

This place was great! Just not enough time to cover it all! Staff was kind and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the tour given by guide. We weren’t able to squeeze in the boat tour. We were there a couple of hours but really needed the whole day.