The Collection

The Seal Cove Auto Museum preserves an extraordinary collection of early automobiles from the Brass Era, a time when innovation, craftsmanship, and imagination were transforming the way people traveled. Located on a quiet back road of Mount Desert Island, Maine, the museum brings together remarkable vehicles built between 1895 and 1917, each offering a glimpse into the design, technology, and spirit of a rapidly changing world.

The collection was assembled over a lifetime by passionate automobile enthusiast Richard Paine, whose vision was to preserve these pioneering vehicles for future generations. He established the nonprofit Seal Cove Auto Museum to share this remarkable collection with the public and keep the stories of early motoring alive.

Today, visitors can explore these unique automobiles and discover the ingenuity, artistry, and ambition that helped shape the future of transportation. The museum is open to the public seasonally, May through October.

Motor Vehicles

Pierce Arrow 1910

Motor Vehicle

Inherited by present owner Tina Weeks from her father Richard C Paine, founder of Seal Cove Auto Museum; on loan to Seal Cove Auto Museum for 2018/19 seasons. A dark green four/five passenger open runabout with gold pinstriping, black leather tufted upholstery, black wood spoked wheels, tan linoleum floor in front, dark gray/black carpet in rear. The car has mostly brass trim, partially electrified brass lighting, a brass electric air horn, and unobtrusive modern taillights.(possibly brake lights) The hood is polished copper with a brass center panel. Some localized limited paint damage and water spotting was noted, typical wear on the floor coverings was also noted.

Motorcycles

Objects