We spent an hour or more reading the history of the Wabanacki and viewing their collection root clubs and baskets. Unfortunately, Sieur de Monts had already closed for the season during our visit. There may be activities for younger children downstairs, but I would not...More

This special focus museum does a good job of introducing the native people of the region. I appreciated the interpretive panels and photos. Best for me were the bee hive room and the special exhibit of handmade clubs. Even though small, it’s worth a stop.

Did not go in the downtown Abbe as we chose to go to the original in the wooded Sieur de monts area. It was quaint and a fellow with knowledge of the area and Abbe people was there along with a few interesting artifacts.

Small, but very well-done museum an easy walk from the port. The museum focuses on the Wabanacki Nation from the perspective of these indigenous people. The exhibits are engaging and moving.

It seemed to us that the vast majority (80-90%?) of Native American items in this museum were constructed within the last decade or two -- and in many cases within the last couple years. Only 10-20% are actual historical artifacts. Perhaps should be characterized more...More

This was a nice museum and very interesting. We enjoyed it . We really enjoyed the original Abbe Museum in Acadia though as well.

I love learning about our Native American cultures & I know very little about the Northeast tribes. This museum is dedicated to the Wabanaki peoples: Passamaquoddy, Penobscot, Micmac, and Maliseet. This is a sister museum to the main one located within Acadia Nat'l Park. A...More