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Project Puffin Visitor Center

Sharing the success of seabird restoration in the heart of Maine’s midcoast region.

Discover adventure, birds, and how to make a difference at an Audubon center.

311 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841

May:

Open Hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm

June - October:

Open Hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm

November - Dec 15:

Open Hours: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Dec 15 - April:

Closed

Located in the heart of downtown Rockland, Maine, the Project Puffin Visitor Center celebrates the successful restoration of Atlantic Puffins along Maine’s coast. The center inspires visitors from near and far through interactive exhibits, educational programming for all ages, live-stream webcams, and more.

Summer Programs

Programs for children to inspire the conservationists of the future.

Learn something new each week! These hour long presentations are held on at 1PM on Tuesday afternoons in July and August.

Join authors, ornithologists, and Audubon staff for presentations in the theater of the Project Puffin Visitor Center. Presentations begin at 5PM on Wednesday in July and June.

Project Puffin Visitor Center Online Store

Available year-round for all your seabird swag needs.

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See Puffins in the Wild!

A rocky shoreline with a tour boat floating offshore.

We're proud to partner with local companies to offer a unique opportunity to view the thriving seabird colony at Eastern Egg Rock and learn about seabird restoration from an Audubon Naturalist!

Puffin tours with Cap'n Fish Cruises (Boothbay Harbor, ME) and Hardy Boat (New Harbor, ME) begin in May and run through mid-August, occur rain or shine, and are dependent on sea conditions. Bring appropriate attire, including a sweater or windbreaker and sunscreen. Additionally, binoculars are strongly recommended to enhance your viewing experience. Keep in mind that wildlife is unpredictable and no sightings are guaranteed.

Interested in a special program?

Are you an educator looking for special, seabird-centric programming? Contact us to learn about the Seabird Institute's engaging curriculum and programming that is offered at the Project Puffin Visitor Center or in the classroom.