Overview
Wilhelm Reich was a medical doctor and prominent psychoanalyst trained in Vienna under Sigmund Freud. After making path-breaking contributions to psychiatry, he expanded his research to the study of a specific life energy he named orgone.
Seeking a pristine environment for this work, Reich established his home and laboratory on this 200-acre property in Rangeley, Maine, naming it Orgonon.
The Wilhelm Reich Museum: Located within the Orgone Energy Observatory—a striking Bauhaus-style building listed on the National Register of Historic Places—the museum preserves Reich’s study, library, and scientific equipment almost exactly as they were at the time of his death in 1957. Open during the summer season, the museum features self-guided audio/video exhibits, physical artifacts, and a Museum Store offering books, t-shirts, mugs, and souvenirs.
Museum Hours
Our official 2025 Museum Season Ended on September 27. The museum will reopen for scheduled public hours in July, 2026 as follows:
Museum Hours:
- Summer (July & August):
- Open: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:15 PM)
- Early Fall (September):
- Open: Saturdays ONLY
- Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:15 PM)
Admission & Visiting Details:
- Entry Fee: $10 per person (Cash or Card accepted).
- Walk-Ins Welcome: No advance reservations are needed during our regular operating hours for individuals and small groups.
- Age Guidance: The museum’s content is best suited for visitors aged 12 and older. Exceptions may be considered for younger, well-supervised children; please speak with staff upon arrival if this applies to your group.
- Group Visits: Please note our museum capacity is 25 visitors at one time. If you plan to visit with a large group, we strongly recommend contacting us in advance at info@wilhelmreichmuseum.org. Otherwise, your group may experience delays or need to enter in smaller numbers.
Your Museum Experience:
- Self-Paced Exploration: Your visit is self-guided, typically lasting 30 to 90 minutes. We provide each visitor with a simple audio player to engage with over 20 audio and video exhibits spread across three floors. Explore at a depth that suits your interest!
- What You’ll See:
- Ground Floor: Engage with historical kiosks, see unique physical artifacts, and experience sitting within two authentic Orgone Energy Accumulators.
- Second Floor: Be transported back to the 1950s as you enter Wilhelm Reich’s striking study and library, preserved with original furnishings, books, and personal items.
- Historic Building: The museum is housed in a distinctive International Style building, recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Museum Shop: Find a curated selection of books (including Reich’s own writings), apparel, souvenirs, and more.
Exclusive Private Visits:
- Experience the museum outside of public hours with a private visit.
- Availability: By appointment only, during warmer months, dependent on staff availability.
- Cost: $200 for a group of up to 20 individuals for a duration of up to 90 minutes.
- Booking: To inquire about scheduling a private visit, please contact us at info@wilhelmreichmuseum.org.
ORGONON TRAILS OPEN EVERY DAY DAWN TO DUSK
Directions to The Wilhelm Reich Museum
From Rangeley:
Follow Rts 4 North/16 South toward Oquossoc for 3.6 miles.
Watch for sign for Wilhelm Reich Museum and turn right onto Dodge Pond Rd.
Proceed about 1/3 mile and entrance to ORGONON will be on the left.
From Oquossoc (from Junction of 17 & 4)
Follow Route 4 South toward Rangeley for 3 miles.
Watch for sign for Wilhelm Reich Museum and turn left onto Dodge Pond Rd.
Proceed about 1/3 mile and entrance to ORGONON will be on the left.
Mail, Phone, & Email
Wilhelm Reich Museum
19 Orgonon Circle
P.O. Box 687
Rangeley, ME 04970
19 Orgonon Circle
P.O. Box 687
Rangeley, ME 04970
USA
(207) 864-3443