06/16/2026
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Mark your calendars for the ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ ๐ง๐ต๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐-๐ช๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฎ๐ธ๐ถ ๐ง๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ถ๐น ๐๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐๐ฎ๐น, taking place July 22โ27, 2026!
Join us for a one-of-a-kind celebration of Maine Woods heritage, where history, culture, storytelling, nature, and community come together in a truly meaningful experience.๐ณ
โจ Why attend?
Experience the profound beauty, joy, and spirit of Maine Woods heritage through inspiring presentations, cultural programs, guided experiences, and opportunities to connect with the rich traditions of the Wabanaki people and the legacy of Henry David Thoreau.
๐ Festival Locations:
๐ July 22โ24 (WednesdayโFriday)
The Depot Historic Train Station
25 Rockwood Road
Greenville Junction, Maine
๐ฟ July 25โ27 (SaturdayโMonday)
Penobscot Nation Cultural Program
Sugar Island, Penobscot River
๐ถ๐ฃ๐๐๐๐ฆ๐ ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐: Registration for the Penobscot Cultural Program on Sugar Island is currently sold out. Those interested in joining a waiting list or receiving information about 2027 registration may contact: [email protected]
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Wednesday, July 22 | 12:30 PM โ 3:30 PM
->In collaboration with the festival, enjoy a special cruise aboard the Katahdin featuring:
โข โPenobscot Sense of Placeโ with James E. Francis, Sr., Penobscot Cultural Director
โข โBirch Bark Canoe History & Demonstrationโ with Penobscot Guide Jason Pardilla
Tickets: $60 per person
(Available through the Katahdin Cruises website)
๐ป Learn more at: thoreauwabanaki.org
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"There can be no black melancholy to him who lives in the midst of Nature and has his senses still."
โ Henry David Thoreau
