Maine Seacoast Mission’s 74-foot flagship vessel Sunbeam will host an open house at Brown’s Wharf in Boothbay Harbor on Saturday, July 27 from 3 to 7 p.m. Come aboard to tour Sunbeam and learn more about the Mission’s work in coastal Washington County and on outer, unbridged islands.

Mission President John Zavodny says, “Sunbeam has docked Brown’s Wharf in the 1970s and 1980s and we are thrilled to visit once again. We’re excited to welcome the public aboard Sunbeam to learn more about the difference our programs continue to make.” 

Mission programming via Sunbeam regularly provides support through community building, education initiatives, and education services. In addition, a full-time nurse offers flu and Covid vaccination clinics, leads a network of eldercare facilities, provides healthcare check-ups, and connects residents to mainland specialists. Islands served include Chebeague, Cliff Island, Frenchboro, Great Cranberry, Great Diamond, Isle au Haut, Islesboro, Islesford, Long Island, Matinicus, Monhegan, North Haven, Vinalhaven, Peaks, and Swan’s.

Sunbeam Open Houses are open to the public. For inquiries, please contact events@seacoastmission.org or call (207) 801-6008.  

Rooted in a history of compassionate service and mutual trust, Maine Seacoast Mission seeks to strengthen coastal and island communities by educating youth, supporting families, and promoting good health. For more information, please visit https://seacoastmission.org/