Join Us
Celebrate with us! Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters invites you to commemorate the opening of Tekαkαpimək Contact Station in Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. An extraordinary gift to the National Park Service imbued with Wabanaki artistry and knowledge, Tekαkαpimək will provide the global public a deeply meaningful introduction to this landscape we all cherish. We are grateful for your support and partnership and look forward to sharing one, two, or all three events during this special weekend with you! Kindly complete the RSVP form or return reply card in invitation by July 15.
Schedule & RSVP
Welcome Reception
Friday, August 16, 7 p.m. – Ktaadn Resorts-New England Outdoor Center, Event Center, Millinocket
Join fellow supporters and partners as we say thank you and reflect on the success of the A Monumental Welcome campaign. Light dinner and drink provided. Click the button to RSVP to the Welcome Reception, Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, or both! Kindly complete RSVP form or return reply card in invitation by July 15.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Saturday, August 17, 11 a.m. Tekαkαpimək Contact Station in Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
This private ceremony will commemorate the partnerships behind Tekαkαpimək Contact Station and includes time for you to experience Tekαkαpimək. Brunch provided. Click the button to RSVP to the Welcome Reception, Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, or both! Kindly complete RSVP form or return reply card in invitation by July 15.
Saturday, August 17, 5 p.m. – Ktaadn resorts-New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket
Our annual community celebration and fundraiser includes a cocktail hour, delicious buffet dinner, Maine Beer Company on tap, presentations, live music from the Fogtown Family Band, and great company on the shores of Millinocket Lake. There is much to celebrate! Click to purchase tickets* for $40 per person.
*Friends of KWW yearlong and event corporate sponsors and host committee receive complimentary tickets – please contact sarah@friendsofkww.org to confirm tickets or to learn more.
Lodging, Directions, & Assistance
We encourage you to book lodging soon. Click to view an interactive Google Map for lodging suggestions and driving distances. Additional options may be available through Airbnb or Vrbo.
Questions or special accommodations? Please write to Friends Event Planner Julie Guerrette at julie@friendsofkww.org or call (207) 808-0020.
Tekαkαpimək Celebration Weekend
Join Us
Celebrate with us! Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters invites you to commemorate the opening of Tekαkαpimək Contact Station in Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. An extraordinary gift to the National Park Service imbued with Wabanaki artistry and knowledge, Tekαkαpimək will provide the global public a deeply meaningful introduction to this landscape we all cherish. We are grateful for your support and partnership and look forward to sharing one, two, or all three events during this special weekend with you! Kindly complete the RSVP form or return reply card in invitation by July 15.
Schedule & RSVP
Welcome Reception
Friday, August 16, 7 p.m. – Ktaadn Resorts-New England Outdoor Center, Event Center, Millinocket
Join fellow supporters and partners as we say thank you and reflect on the success of the A Monumental Welcome campaign. Light dinner and drink provided. Click the button to RSVP to the Welcome Reception, Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, or both! Kindly complete RSVP form or return reply card in invitation by July 15.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Saturday, August 17, 11 a.m. Tekαkαpimək Contact Station in Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
Saturday, August 17, 5 p.m. – Ktaadn resorts-New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket
*Friends of KWW yearlong and event corporate sponsors and host committee receive complimentary tickets – please contact sarah@friendsofkww.org to confirm tickets or to learn more.
Lodging, Directions, & Assistance
We encourage you to book lodging soon. Click to view an interactive Google Map for lodging suggestions and driving distances. Additional options may be available through Airbnb or Vrbo.
Questions or special accommodations? Please write to Friends Event Planner Julie Guerrette at julie@friendsofkww.org or call (207) 808-0020.