Acadia National Park protects more than 47,000 acres of lakes, ponds, mountains, and ocean shoreline along the coast of Maine. Under Acadia's protective watch are habitats rich with plants and animals. Stories of human history are scattered throughout this park.

Education is a primary mission of the park. The education staff is invested in providing high quality programs and services. This is reflected in our philosophy statement and in what we do.

Acadia's classroom is filled with potential lessons...

Excited squeals at the sight of a frog...
Exploring a pond displays a world of intricate connections as food webs come to life.

A reflective moment listening to a sea captain's letter written more than 150 years ago...
A visit to the Islesford Historical Museum transports students to a time when Maine islands played an important role in a new nation's growth.

Discoveries crouched at the edge of a tidepool...
Acadia's shoreline offers an outstanding backdrop to witness the diverse and amazing adaptations of plants and animals inhabiting these rocky pools.

These are only a few of the multitude of experiences available to educators and their students. We offer many more opportunities in our curriculum-based programs.

We hope you and your students unearth a vast array of new discoveries and find Acadia a perfect extended classroom. If you have any questions about Acadia's education program, contact the Education Office at 207-288-8812 or via e-mail.