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Project Puffin Visitor Center

Sharing the success of seabird restoration in the heart of Maine’s midcoast region.
Discover adventure, birds, and how to make a difference at an ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ center.

311 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841

May - October:

Open Hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm

November - Dec 15:

Open Hours: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Dec 15 - April:

Closed

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Hours

Located in the heart of downtown Rockland, Maine, the Project Puffin Visitor Center celebrates the successful restoration of Atlantic Puffins along Maine’s coast. The center inspires visitors from near and far through interactive exhibits, educational programming for all ages, live-stream webcams, and more.  Please note that the center follows a Federal Holiday schedule with regard to holiday hours.

Summer Programs

Programs for children to inspire the conservationists of the future.

Learn something new each week! These hour long presentations are held on at 1PM on Tuesday afternoons in July and August. 

Join authors, ornithologists, and ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ staff for presentations in the theater of the Project Puffin Visitor Center. Presentations begin at 5PM on Wednesday in July and June.

Upcoming Events at the Project Puffin Visitor Center
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Jul
21
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Project Puffin Visitor Center
Wings and Things: Beak Adaptations
Rockland, ME
Did you know that a Puffin has been recorded holding over 60 fish in its mouth at one time? Discover how in this Tuesday program! Kiddos will explore...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Jul
22
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Project Puffin Visitor Center
Wednesday Night Lecture: Applied Bioacoustics with Ashley Staab
Rockland, ME
Get a crash course on bioacoustics and some of its uses. Ashley Staab, an Outreach Education Assistant with the Seabird Institute, will present on...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Jul
28
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Project Puffin Visitor Center
Wings and Things: Fabulous Feathers
Rockland, ME
Join us at the Project Puffin Visitor Center and learn what makes birds’ feathers both functional and fun in this program! Kids will get a hands-on...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Aug
4
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Project Puffin Visitor Center
Wings and Things: Paint and Print with Repurposed Plastics
Rockland, ME
Join us the Project Puffin Visitor Center and learn to reduce, reuse, and recycle, all while making neat art prints using single-use plastics...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Aug
5
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Project Puffin Visitor Center
Wednesday Night Lecture: Project Puffin with Steve Kress
Rockland, ME
Learn how a tiny project off Maine’s coast created big impact for seabirds worldwide. Steve Kress, founder of Project Puffin, will present the...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Aug
11
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Project Puffin Visitor Center
Wings and Things: Birds Eye View
Rockland, ME
From the ground to the clouds, and up high above the mountain tops, birds spend their time in a variety of places in the sky. This program will help...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Aug
12
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Project Puffin Visitor Center
Wednesday Night Lecture: Birds in Art History
Rockland, ME
Faith Sulak, a Seabird Institute Outreach Education Assistant, will discuss the presence of birds across the history of art. After the presentation...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
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See Puffins in the Wild!
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We're proud to partner with local companies to offer a unique opportunity to view the thriving seabird colony at Eastern Egg Rock and learn about seabird restoration from an ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Naturalist!

Puffin tours with (Boothbay Harbor, ME) and (New Harbor, ME) begin in May and run through mid-August, occur rain or shine, and are dependent on sea conditions. Bring appropriate attire, including a sweater or windbreaker and sunscreen. Additionally, binoculars are strongly recommended to enhance your viewing experience. Keep in mind that wildlife is unpredictable and no sightings are guaranteed.

Interested in a Sips and Seabirds or special program?
Are you an educator looking for special, seabird-centric programming? Contact us to learn about the Seabird Institute's engaging curriculum and programming that is offered at the Project Puffin Visitor Center or in the classroom.
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