Located at 9 Water Street, Rockland, Maine
The Maine Coastal Islands Visitor Center and Headquarters in Rockland is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays. Beginning in May, The Nature Store will be open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday April 11th, Student Art Exhibit Opening at the Maine Coastal Islands NWR
The Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center invites you to an art exhibit opening on Saturday April 11th from 2 PM to 4 PM. The exhibit highlights the works of art students from South School, along with artworks from Oceanside High School.
Creating a World of Positivity: Envisioning Healthy Oceans & Creature Connections
Through a partnership with Leaps of Imagination, South School artists from grades 3,4, and 5 present animal portraits and collagraphs representing an original “tale” of two Maine animals.
Oceanside High School- Flora and Fauna: A Teenage Perspective
Oceanside High School students are showcasing their artwork, including drawings, paintings, and photographs. The exhibition features students from grades 9 through 12. The theme centers around the natural world, local people, and landscapes. Each student has created original pieces informed by their personal understanding of environmental topics, emphasizing concepts such as sense of place, native wildlife, and environmental awareness.
This exhibition runs April 11th through May 22, 2026
Stay tuned for the return of Bird Time on the Coast in spring 2026!
