Our Mission
At the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, we set the stage for every child to imagine and learn through play.
You Belong
Every child belongs at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine.
Our Values
Belonging
Everyone belongs at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine. We believe each person has value and worth; we celebrate what makes each of us unique and what binds us together as a strong community.
Play
We embrace the power of play to build resilience, spark creativity, and ignite a child’s imagination. Play inspires our work, our physical spaces, our storytelling, and our learning experiences.
Community
We center community in all we do. We strive to be an inclusive partner and resource in order to build strong, lasting relationships.
Curiosity
We believe curiosity inspires children to explore, build empathy, and connect with others. Learning fueled by curiosity leads to a deeper understanding of self and the world around us.
Trust
We provide safe, inclusive experiences and spaces to ensure that the community’s trust is earned and upheld in all that we do.















