🌿 Join Us for Homecoming! 🌿
Saturday, August 23, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Come back to Chewonki for a joyful day of reconnection, exploration, and summer celebration! We’re opening our 400-acre coastal peninsula to alumni, families, and friends for a full day of hands-on fun and coastal Maine delight.
Here's what's in store:
🚶♀️ Self-guided trail walks through forest, field, and farm
🛶 Canoe excursions along Montsweag Brook
🏊♀️ Swimming at Oxbow Waterfront
🗣️ Alumni Panel Discussion
🐚 Nature-based crafts and discovery stations
🥗 A delicious lunch featuring Chewonki-grown produce and meats
🎁 Prizes, giveaways, and a few surprise delights
Whether you’re 8 or 80, there’s something here for you. Stay for an hour or spend the day—we can’t wait to see you.
Tickets
| Ticket Type | Advance Tickets (Thru 8/20) | Door Tickets |
|---|---|---|
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Adult Tickets (19+) |
Sliding Scale $20-$60 |
Sliding Scale $25-$65 |
|
Kids ‘n’ Teens (0-18) |
Free!
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$5 |
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Volunteers |
Free ticket, free cabin stay! |
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🔸 Cabin stays for volunteers are first-come, first served.
Buy Early, Win Big!
Purchase your Homecoming tickets or volunteer by July 15 and you’ll be automatically entered to win a Chewonki sheep pelt!
Don’t wait—early tickets help us plan a better day for everyone!
Why Sliding Scale?
Homecoming is about bringing the Chewonki community together—and we want everyone to feel welcome. That’s why we’re offering free tickets for kids and teens and a sliding scale for adults.
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$20 – Discount Ticket
A lower-cost option if $40 doesn’t fit your budget. We’re glad you’re coming. -
$40 – Standard Ticket
Covers the true cost of running the event. Thank you! -
$60 – Sponsorship Ticket
Pay it forward—your ticket helps cover costs for others in our community.
✨ Every ticket includes access to all Homecoming activities, lunch, and a full day of fun.
💚 Volunteer Info 💚
Chewonki Homecoming runs on community power—and we’d love your help! Volunteers keep things running smoothly, from greeting guests to serving lunch.
Here's the deal:
Volunteer for 2+ hours
- Receive a free adult ticket
Volunteer for 4+ hours
- Receive a free adult ticket
- Eligible for a cabin stay in one of our Eastside Cabins (first come, first served)
We need volunteers on both August 22 and 23.
Camping is available both nights.
Volunteer roles:
- Parking assistance
- Registration table
- Lunch service
- Activity and craft station helpers
- Mobility assistance
- and more.
Timing is flexible.
You can split your volunteer hours across Friday and Saturday (Aug 22–23).
Ready to jump in?
Visit our ticketing page and reserve a free volunteer ticket. We’ll be in touch to learn more about your volunteer interests and availability.
Questions? Email Alumni Manager Alexis Grillo at agrillo@chewonki.org.
