Discover the History of Early Motoring

Step into the fascinating world of early motoring at Seal Cove Auto Museum on Mount Desert Island, Maine. Explore a remarkable collection of automobiles that celebrates the innovation, craftsmanship, and ingenuity of the pioneers who helped shape the automobile.

Whether you’re a lifelong automotive enthusiast, a history lover, or simply looking for something unique to experience during your time on Mount Desert Island, we invite you to discover the stories behind these extraordinary machines.

Hours & Admission

Plan your visit to experience our distinctive collection of early automobiles and discover a fascinating chapter in transportation history.

Museum Hours

Hours may vary throughout the year. Please check our current schedule before planning your visit.

Admission

For questions about admission or visiting the museum, please contact us before your arrival.

Directions & Parking

Seal Cove Auto Museum is located on Mount Desert Island, Maine, making it a distinctive stop while exploring the island and the surrounding Downeast region.

Address

Seal Cove Auto Museum
1414 Tremont Road
Seal Cove, Maine 04674

Getting Here

The Seal Cove Auto Museum is located at 1414 Tremont Road in Seal Cove, a village in the Town of Tremont Maine, on spectacular Mount Desert Island. Its beautiful setting looks across Seal Cove Pond to Acadia National Park.

Seal Cove is approximately a three-hour drive from Portland, Maine, and about a one-hour drive from Bangor, Maine. Air service is provided by Cape Air from Boston to Bar Harbor on a daily basis.

It is just a short, scenic 20-minute drive from Bar Harbor

To get to the Museum:

From Bar Harbor (15 miles / 30 minutes to Museum):
Take the Eagle Lake Road (Rt 233) out of town. After 5.8 miles, turn right onto Sound Drive (Rt 198) and follow this road for 1.4 miles. Take a left at the stoplight. After driving through the village of Somesville, turn right just past the fire department onto Pretty Marsh Road and drive 5.8 miles. The Seal Cove Auto Museum is a large red building, set back from the right side of the road, directly across from Seal Cove Pond, at 1414 Tremont Road.

From Ellsworth (Option 1: 11 miles/ 20 minutes from head of MDI):
Take Route 3 from Ellsworth toward Mount Desert Island. Just after the bridge onto Mt. Desert, follow Route 102 toward Southwest Harbor. After driving through the village of Somesville, turn right just past the fire department onto Pretty Marsh Road and drive 5.8 miles. The Seal Cove Auto Museum is a large red building, set back from the right side of the road, directly across from Seal Cove Pond, at 1414 Tremont Road.

From Ellsworth (Option 2: 10 miles / 25 minutes from the head of MDI):
Take Route 3 from Ellsworth toward Mount Desert Island. Just after the bridge onto Mt. Desert, follow Route 102 toward Southwest Harbor. After about 2 miles, turn right onto Indian Point Road. Follow Indian Point Road for about 6 miles until you reach the Tremont Road (Rt 102) and turn right. After about 2.5 miles look for the Seal Cove Auto Museum, a large red building set back from the right side of the road, directly across from Seal Cove Pond, at 1414 Tremont Road.

GPS Coordinates
Decimal Degrees: 44.305425°, -68.404397°
Degrees, Minutes, Seconds: 44°18’19.53“N, 68°24’15.83”W

Accessibility

We want visitors to be able to plan their museum experience with confidence. If you have questions about accessibility or need information about specific accommodations, please contact us before your visit.

Accessibility Information

If you have specific accessibility needs, our team can help answer questions about the museum and the facilities available to visitors.

Before You Arrive

A little advance planning can help you make the most of your visit.

• Check our current hours before traveling.

• Review admission information so you know what to expect.

• Plan your route to the museum and review parking information.

• Contact us in advance if you have questions about accessibility, group visits, or other visitor needs.

For additional information, visit our Tours & Groups and FAQs pages.

We Look Forward to Welcoming You

From remarkable automobiles to the stories of a transformative era, Seal Cove Auto Museum offers a unique opportunity to explore the history of motoring. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing our collection with you.