Museums & galleries in Augusta/Kennebec offer depth to your vacation

Maine State Museum

230 State Street Augusta, ME 04333 Phone: 207-287-2301

The museum describes Maine’s 12,000-plus years of history, from the paleo-Indians to the first European explorers; homes, shops, and mills where Mainers have lived and worked for centuries; and the factories, ships, and farms that are an integral part of the state’s history. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sundays from late June to late November, 1-4 p.m. Admission: Adults, $2; children age 6-18, $1; family maximum, $6. Information: mainestatemuseum.org.

Nowetah's American Indian Museum

2 Colegrove Road (Route 27) New Portland, ME 04961 Phone: 207-628-4981

Small museum focuses on Maine's vibrant Native American culture and history. There is a gift shop on the premises. Hours: Year-round, daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: Free. Information: www.nowetahs.webs.com.