The Mission of the
First Amendment Museum
is to inspire Americans to understand and live their First Amendment freedoms.
Our five First Amendment Freedoms — freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of the press, the right to peaceably assemble, and the right to petition our government — are the cornerstone of our democracy. When Americans understand and value these freedoms and incorporate them into their daily lives, democracy thrives, and all may reap its benefits.
First Amendment Museum Named to Maine’s Most Endangered Historic Places List
The First Amendment Museum’s historic Guy P. Gannett garage has been named to Maine Preservation’s 2025 Most Endangered Historic Places list, highlighting the urgent need to stabilize and restore this vital piece of free-speech history. Read more about this designation here.
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The First Amendment Museum is a nonpartisan, 501(c)3 nonprofit. Donations can be sent to the First Amendment Museum, 184 State Street, Augusta, Maine 04330. Checks may be made payable to the First Amendment Museum.
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Museum currently closed to tours as we prepare for restorations to the historic 1911 Gannett House. Stay tuned for the opening of our new temporary location!