2026 Thoreau-Wabanaki Festival

Mark your calendars for the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘂-𝗪𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗸𝗶 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹, taking place July 22–27, 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.

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.

Festival Locations:

July 22–24 (Wednesday–Friday)

The Depot Historic Train Station

25 Rockwood Road

Greenville Junction, Maine

July 25–27 (Saturday–Monday)

Penobscot Nation Cultural Program

Sugar Island, Penobscot River

𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘: 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]

𝒮𝓅𝑒𝒸𝒾𝒶𝓁 𝒪𝓅𝑒𝓃𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝒟𝒶𝓎 𝒞𝓇𝓊𝒾𝓈𝑒

Wednesday, July 22 | 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM

->In collaboration with the festival, enjoy a special cruise aboard the Katahdin featuring:

• “Penobscot Sense of Place” with James E. Francis, Sr., Penobscot Cultural Director

• “Birch Bark Canoe History & Demonstration” with Penobscot Guide Jason Pardilla

Tickets: $60 per person

(Available through the Katahdin Cruises website)

Learn more at: thoreauwabanaki.org

“There can be no black melancholy to him who lives in the midst of Nature and has his senses still.”

– Henry David Thoreau