Weekly
The Museum is open Tuesdays from 9 AM until Noon.
Monthly
The Museum is open on the second Saturday of each month, 9 AM to Noon.
Upcoming Programs
All programs will be held at the Scarborough Public Library, 48 Gorham Road, Scarborough, on the first Sunday of the month, beginning at 2:00 PM. Reservations will be required for these programs. They are free to the public; donations are appreciated.
October 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM – “Clipper Ships of Maine” presented by Seth Goldstein.
Clipper ships are widely considered to be the fastest and most beautiful commercial sailing vessels ever constructed. Many of these ships were built right here in Maine. The era of the clipper ships was incredibly short, but these vessels were integral to key trade routes in the mid-1800s. Maritime historian Seth Goldstein will share stories of sadistic captains and horrific storms amongst other topics related to these “greyhounds of the sea.” Preregistration with the Library is required.
November 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM – “Maine’s Contributions to American Wars” presented by Dr. Stephen Spaulding. From the Revolutionary War through the twentieth century, Maine’s soldiers, sailors, shipbuilders, and home-front communities have played a vital role in the nation’s military history. Dr. Spaulding will explore the people, industries, and events that tied Maine to America’s wars, offering a fresh look at how our state was shaped by — and helped shape — the conflicts that defined the country. All are welcome to attend this free program at the Scarborough Public Library. Preregistration with the Library is required.
Presenters Wanted
The Scarborough Historical Society is planning its winter speaker series and would love your help! We are seeking engaging presenters who can share their knowledge of local history, genealogy, Maine heritage, or related topics with our members and the community. If you know someone, a historian, author, preservationist, researcher, or community elder with a story to tell, please reach out with your ideas and contact information so we can begin scheduling our winter program.
Other Programs of Historical Interest
September 19, Noon – “A Walk Through Black Point Cemetery,” presented by Ron Romano. Tickets through Scarborough Adult Education.
September 19, 2:00 PM – “A Walk Through Dunstan Cemetery,” presented by Ron Romano. This is Ron’s first tour at Dunstan since the installation of the Pauper’s Field Memorial Stone. Tickets through Scarborough Adult Education.
September 22, 6:00 PM – “Immigration in Greater Portland, Past and Present,” Historian Seth Goldstein will discuss the various waves of immigration that have contributed to Portland’s current diversity. Seth discusses the migration of the Wabanaki to Casco Bay before presenting information about the forced migration of enslaved Africans during the colonial period. He then shares information about immigration to the region from western, southern and eastern Europe before concluding with an examination of migration to Greater Portland in the 21st Century. Registration Required.
