The Boothbay Railway Village is an educational, historical and cultural museum whose mission is to collect, preserve and demonstrate railroading, antique automobiles, small town rural life with an emphasis on Maine between 1850 and 1950. Its continuing mission will be to develop and promote educational programs and services.
The Boothbay Railway Village, a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization, engages the public in meaningful interaction with Maine history. Through collection, preservation, demonstration and education, the museum stimulates the mind from school children to retirees. By focusing on three major historical segments; the narrow gauge steam railroad, the vintage automobile and the rural village, the museum provides a link to Maine’s history from the late 19th century to the mid 20th, offering rich learning experiences for the benefit of a diverse public.
Specific activities of the Boothbay Railway Village are as follows:
• Historic Research: Historical data, documents and photographs... • Education: The purpose of this activity is to develop educational materials pertaining to village life and transportation from 1850 to 1950... • Educational Services: provide educational services and programs to schools, teachers, specialty groups and the general public... • Museum: A living history component at the museum entertains and engages visitors as they learn about life in Maine during this historic era.
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