Museum Admission

  • 2024 General Museum Admission

    Redeemable April 27-October 27, 2024

    Tour historic houses on their original sites, meet engaging costumed roleplayers, watch traditional crafts demonstrations, and explore heirloom gardens and historical landscapes. Tickets are valid for 2 consecutive days!

  • Guided Garden Tours

    Offered weekdays, June 10 through September 27, 2024

    Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection. Exclusively available as an add-on to general museum admission.

  • Behind-the-Scenes Guided Tours

    Offered on select dates July through October, 2024

    Embark on an exclusive journey to two important moments in maritime history! In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain exclusive access to the Sherburne House (c. 1695) and the Chase House (c. 1762). Exclusively available as an add-on to general museum admission.

Special Events

  • Baby Animals & Museum Admission Combo Tickets

    April 27-May 5, 2024, 10 AM-4 PM

    Enjoy access to both Baby Animals: Heritage Breeds at the Banke main event and touring Strawbery Banke Museum’s historic houses, exhibits, and heirloom gardens.

  • Baby Animals: Heritage Breeds at the Banke Event Tickets

    April 27-May 5, 2024, 10 AM-4 PM

    Learn about domestic livestock typical on coastal northern New England farms from the 17th century to the present day at this family-friendly and educational event.

  • Children's Program with Baby Animals

    Morning Session: April 27 & 28; May 4 & 5, 2024, 9-10 AM - FULL
    Afternoon Session:
    April 27-May 4, 2024, 4-5 PM - Space Available!

    Presented for an hour after the event is open to the public, the Children's Program is led by a heritage breeder and educator and is designed to give children (geared towards ages 4-8, but all are welcome) an opportunity to meet the baby lambs, kids, chicks, and other animals up close.

Workshops & Programs

  • Archaeology Lab Methods School

    June 3-7, 2024, 10 AM-4 PM

    Join the Strawbery Banke Archaeologist for a hands-on introduction to professional archaeological lab methods. Learn about ceramic technology and identification, the history of glass bottles, and the significance of “small finds.” Then, see how archaeological research provides a foundation for museum interpretation.