Historic Artifacts, Contemporary Art Featured at Searsport's Penobscot Marine Museum

Maine's oldest marine museum will open for its 75th year on Friday, May 27, with new exhibits ranging from contemporary art to historic artifacts. Penobscot Marine Museum will host a free reception at 5:30 p.m. on opening day to give visitors a taste of this year's exhibits and a chance to meet some of the exhibiting artists and the museum's new executive director.

On April 30 Senator Christopher Rector,Thomaston, hosted the Midcoast Leadership Academy, Class 4, at the State Housein Augusta for their "Government Day".  Robin McIntosh and Lori Roming, coordinators of the program, lead the group through debates on the Bottle Redemption Repeaquestion in the morning, followed by a State House tour.  Senator Rector gave a bird’s eye viewof the legislature and how both the House and Senate work.  A follow-up debate on the Right to Work question closed out the morning.　The afternoon included lunch in the Cross Café, Committee session observations and a Q & A with Senator Rector.　 Representative Erin Herbig, Belfast, made an unexpecte visit to welcome the MLA class and to share her inspiring experience as first-term state representative.

Classic cars, antique airplanes highlight the action at the Owls Head Transportation Museums Ford & Chevy Car Meet & Antique Aeroplane Show, May 28 - 29. Owners of pre-1991 cars, trucks and motorcycles—of any make or model—are welcome to exhibit their vehicles on the Museum’s Runway 17. Ford and Chevrolet are the featured marques. Exhibitors and a guest get in free.

“What better weekend than Memorial Day to salute these iconic American brands,” said Assistant Director Steve Hatch. “If you own an antique, classic or special interest vehicle—or you simply enjoy seeing them up close—this show is for you. We are expecting a great turnout, with vehicles from all over the state and beyond. It’s a great way to start the rally season.”