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CONTENTS

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FEATURES 11 WEEKEND MAGIC From lakes to ocean in one easy getaway 12 OH SO QUIRKY Discover Portland’s fun and silly side 21 HAPPENIN’ ARTS SCENE The cultural capital of Northern New England 23 PADDLING PLEASURES Explore Casco Bay by kayak or paddleboard 27 MAINE SUMMER CAMPS See how summers and camp belong in Maine 32 YUM ME! Maine’s food scene rivals its fantastic scenery 43 CAR-FREE GETAWAYS Skip driving and still get around VACAT ION PLANNING 04 Area Introduction 09 Visitor Facts 15 Activities & Attractions 29 Events

35 Transportation 37 Regional Maps 41 State Map 45 Dining 51 Shopping 59 Services & Relocation 63 Accommodations 75 Exploring 76 Index of Businesses

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ON THE COVER John Bald’s evocative photo of Two Lights in Cape Elizabeth epitomizes the spirit of Greater Portland’s Casco Bay Region: Authentic - By Nature .

PRESIDENT: Barbara Whitten DESIGN: Erin Flett / bCreative PRODUCTION: bCreative

EDITOR: Amy Tolk MEMBERSHIP: Vanessa Pike ADVERTISING: Caleb Mason

© 2013 GREATER PORTLAND CONVENTION + VISITORS BUREAU, 94 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101 207-772-4994, an independent non-profit membership organization. Every effort has been made to verify the accuracy of the contents of this publication, but no responsibility is assumed for errors or omissions. Circulation: 200,000.

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URBAN SP IRI T, NATURAL SOUL Go 10 or 15 minutes in any direction and you’ll be surprised you’re anywhere near Maine’s largest metro area. Set like a jewel in the crown of Casco Bay, Portland is unique in its position as a major cultural center that equally embraces its natural environment. Welcome to the Greater Portland Casco Bay Region.

AUTHENT IC - BY NATURE Our hip metropolis, created from the still-planted roots of a prominent fishing industry and working waterfront, offers a natural authenticity unlike that of most urban centers. Despite its popularity as a visitor destination, ours is an inherently real place with real people going about their business, surounded by the incredible natural beauty of our forests, fields, and waterways. With its heady mixture of artistic and outdoor adventure, our region is stylish and sophisticated, yet remains genuine and unpretentious, a place where grey flannel and plaid flannel coexist companionably. And underlying the latest tech, fashion, and culinary scene is a deep sense of continuity. We invite you to experience the character of a region that blends the present with a very special past. ARCHI TECTURE With unwavering attention to landmark preservation, Portland has maintained an historic urban landscape with a modern sensibility. The city is replete with fascinating architecture and the means to delve into its past, with guided and self-guided tours of Portland’s historic neighborhoods. Although the area was settled in the 1600s, much of the city’s historic architecture is Victorian, built after the devastating Fourth-of-July fire of 1866 leveled most of the city. History is also kept alive with museum homes and maritime museums chronicling the emergence of the area from a trading and fishing

settlement into one of the nation’s most active seaports.

WATERFRONT Jutting out into island-studded Casco Bay, this region offers some of the best water access to islands, lighthouses, beaches, and historic forts in Maine. Greater Portland is home to seven lighthouses, those silent testaments to Maine’s enduring connection to the sea and a favorite of photographers from around the world. On a stroll through the Old Port, one of the country’s most successful warehouse revitalization efforts, you’ll hear the squall of gulls and the low moan of bell buoys while you smell the salt brine that wafts off the bay. Portland’s waterfront is still very much a working port, an integral and thriving part of the local economy, which is one of the authentic aspects that visitors find so appealing. In Portland, you’re never far from the sea and its changeable influences. VISUAL ARTS Portland’s official Arts District runs along a stretch of Congress Street, but the city’s flourishing art scene knows no bounds. Traditional landscapes, which have been the foundation of Maine art, now share the limelight with cutting-edge contemporary work in a wide range of media. The venerable Portland Museum of Art, celebrating three centuries of art and architecture, is known as one of the best art museums in New England, and the Maine College of Art is a respected art school whose affilated

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Maine is a photographer’s dream locale, with scenic beauty, wildlife, historic architecture and intriguing nooks and crannies. The photos in this guide help tell the story of what you’ll experience on a visit to our region. We invite you to share your special images from your Greater Portland vacation with us by posting them on our Facebook page Visit Portland Maine.

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OUTDOOR RECREAT ION Casco Bay’s flourishing arts scene is complemented by an abundant variety of outdoor recreational pursuits so accessible that you can kayak, bike, golf, or swim all day and still have time to take in dinner and a show in the evening. Within 10 minutes of downtown Portland you can glide in a canoe through an Audubon estuary, swim at a state beach, bird watch on a nature sanctuary, and photograph Portland Head Light, the oldest lighthouse in Maine. Hike a wooded trail through autumn foliage to discover a hidden waterfall. Ice-skate in Deering Oaks Park or cross-country ski alongside the ocean in winter. Every season of the year offers its unique pleasures and Maine is lucky to have seasons that each delights the senses. CUISINE Visitors are now coming to Maine from around the world for its great food and fantastic restaurant scene, as much as for the unspoiled landscape and beautiful scenery that

Institute of Contemporary Art presents innovative works by influential national and international artists. On the first Friday of each month in Portland, and the third Friday in Freeport, artists open their studios to the public and you can take a self-guided tour. Follow the Maine Art Museum Trail to experience a magnificent array of works at the state’s seven leading art museums. PERFORMANCE ARTS Performance arts also energize the Greater Portland region year-round. The summer skies are filled with concerts and the Old Port comes to life at night with an eclectic mix of live music in its pubs and concert halls. Portland has its own symphony orchestra, choral arts society, professional theater and dance troupes, even a repertory opera com- pany. In Freeport, free outdoor concerts in Discovery Park offer an exciting musical evening. Greater Portland is the perfect combination of small-town intimacy with a heavy dose of large metropolitan culture.

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AUTHENT IC ALLURE It’s all right here: great dining and shopping,

have long been the mainstay of the region’s appeal. Bon Appétit magazine dubbed Portland “America’s Foodiest Small Town” in recognition of the excellence achieved by our chefs, restaurants, and food purveyors. We’re so proud of our food scene that we’ve created an event to celebrate and share it. Harvest on the Harbor is a multi-day culinary festival held each fall on Portland’s waterfront, and draws foodies from near and far. FAMI LY FUN Greater Portland is fun for the whole family, so don’t leave the kids at home. They’ll love the hands-on exhibits at the Children’s Museum and a ride on an historic streetcar, steam train, or Model-T at one of the region’s transportation museums. Baseball, hockey, and basketball fans will find big-league entertainment at minor-league prices at one of Portland’s home-team games. From amusement parks to wildlife parks, agricultural fairs to folk-life festivals, there are so many things to entertain active kids of all ages.

hopping nightlife, outdoor recreation, historical and cultural attractions, and stunning natural beauty. Its small scale, accessible waterfront, Old World ambience, and youthful vibe have propelled Portland to the top of many national lists of best places to vacation. But you won’t have to give up the quintessential Maine coast to enjoy all that Greater Portland has to offer — islands, lighthouses, beaches, and surf crashing on the rocky shore are all in proximity of Portland’s vibrant, historic downtown. Portland, Maine Authentic – By Nature.

F IND OUT MORE We update our site daily for new events, activities, specials and cool packages you don’t want to miss. Check us out online at visitportland.com

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FACTS POPULATION: With a population of 230,000, the Greater Portland area is home to almost one quarter of Maine’s total population. The population of the city of Portland is 64,000. CLIMATE: The sea tempers Maine’s climate, making for mild winters and cool summer breezes. Average temperatures range from comfortable 60’s-80’s during the summer months to 20’s-40’s in the winter. For detailed weather history and forecasts when planning your trip, visit a National Weather Service site. WARDROBE: During the summer, lightweight clothes are advisable. But don’t forget your favorite sweater for evenings and for cool ocean breezes. In autumn a heavy sweater is usually sufficient. For winter months pack a parka and boots to keep warm. Dress is usually casual throughout the city. PARKING: Mon-Sat 9 am - 6 pm, $1.00 per hour at most meters. Prices at parking lots and garages vary from $5 - $15 per day. Portland Winter Parking Info: 207-879-0300 AREA CODE: The area code for the entire state of Maine is (207). PETS: Many hotels warmly welcome your vacationing pets; refer to grids on pages 67 - 74 for pet friendly accommodations. SMOKING POLICY: Maine’s smoke-free laws ensure that all indoor settings, open to the public, are smoke-free including restaurants, bars, movie theaters and malls. Common areas in our state parks and historic sites such as beaches, playgrounds, picnic shelters and restrooms are also smoke-free. ALCOHOL POLICY: Maine has a very tough alcohol policy. Persons must be 21 years old to buy or consume liquor. Identification is often requested. Hours of legal service are 6 am to 1 am. OUI laws are strictly enforced.

MAINE VACATION PACKAGES ONLINE: Save time and money, check out Maine vacation getaway packages online at: visitportland.com. STATE VISITOR INFORMATION: 888-624-6345 SEE US ON FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/visitportlandmaine Additional Travel & Tourism references listed on pg. 62. INFO CENTERS Regional Visitor Information Centers. Call or visit our website for directions and hours of operation: visitportland.com OCEAN GATEWAY: 14 Ocean Gateway Pier, Portland 207-772-5800 (visitors) 207-772-4994 (business office) PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL JETPORT: 1001 Westbrook St, Portland 207-775-5809 OLD PORT KIOSK: Commercial Street, Portland, near Widgery Wharf • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

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Chebeague Island Inn is a beautifully restored 21-room boutique hotel with a 100-person restaurant, situated on Chebeague Island in the Casco Bay region of Maine, minutesfrom Yarmouth and just north of Portland. Named “11th Best Small Hotel in the U.S.” by Condé Nast Traveler, we invite you to spend the night in one of our quintessential, oceanfront guest rooms, with luxuriousMatouk linensand a fresh ocean breeze. Dine with usat our award-winning restaurant featuring local Maine fare in a casual, elegant atmosphere. Join usfor lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch, or cocktailsand hors d’oeuvresalong the wrap-around, ocean-view porch.

61 South Road Chebeague Island, Maine 04017 207.846.5155 www.chebeagueislandinn.com

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Weekend MAGIC Where else can you swim in a pristine lake, dine in a nationally-recognized restaurant, and experience the ocean’s breathtaking beauty—all in one easy weekend getaway? Welcome to the Greater Portland Casco Bay Region. Photo: Chris Lawrence

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Although Maine is a large state with varied landscapes, Portland is ideally located for a taste of it all — for jaunts into the countryside, to the nearby Lakes and Mountains region, and for forays out on Casco Bay and its many islands. The following itinerary packs an amazing diversity of attractions into a memorable weekend getaway based in Maine’s port city. NEARBY LAKES AND MOUNTAINS Start your visit at a cozy bed & breakfast or one of our welcoming hotels and head out to dine on seafood, steak, and local greens. Begin your first full day driving an hour inland to Range Pond or Sebago Lake State Park for an afternoon swim in warm water on undeveloped lakefront. Or meander up picturesque Route 26, visiting the unique attractions rich in culture, ecology, and history that make up the Gems of 26. Or try your luck at the region’s newest

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bike on the unspoiled island roads, break- ing for lunch at the Inn on Peaks Island. SWEET F INISH Once back on the mainland, complete your weekend getaway with a lobster dinner and music served dockside at Portland Lobster Company or DiMillo’s On the Water, or at a number of casual and elegant city restaurants. You’ll head home with so many sights and flavors to savor — imagine staying longer on your next visit.

SOPHIST ICATED NIGHTL I FE Come back to an exceptional dining experience; the region’s vibe and availability of abundant fresh seafood, meat, and produce have been attracting top-notch chefs who are creating a national culinary stir. Enjoy a cocktail or coffee in a local tavern then head to the theater or spend an evening with Portland Symphony Orchestra or Portland Ovations. You’ll find the variety of food and arts in Portland to be unsurpassed for a city our size. HIKE AND BIKE ON CASCO BAY ISLANDS After a good night’s rest, grab a coffee at one of the comfy cafés nestled along the Old Port’s cobblestone streets. Bring your bike or rent one in town and catch the Casco Bay Lines ferry, enjoying salty breezes and beautiful ocean waters on the short ride to Peaks Island. Hike or

LOCAL TIP In downtown Portland, it’s an easy stroll between hotel, restaurant, and nightspot. Visit a local brew pub or wine bar, feeling free to indulge, and enjoy a safe walk home afterwards.

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I T’S A MAD GIRL WORLD Portland’s shops and boutiques showcase the city’s unique fashion sense. And inside The Madhouse, that fashion sense becomes wonderfully more unique and unexpected. Passersby are lured in by the lively and curious window display, and locals go to check out the custom items, accessories, and up-cycled vintage — and to let their ears do some perusing in the local listening lounge. THE BEST BANDI T IN TOWN Downtown Portland is showered with love every Valentine’s Day (since 1976) when the mysterious Valentine’s Day Bandit posts red hearts on store fronts and restaurant windows around the city under the cover of night. Even the Fire Station flagpole flies a heart flag. Who’s behind all the hearts? That’s a secret no one’s sharing. And Portland doesn’t mind having a secret admirer. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • The Quirky Side of PORTLAND

HOPS ON BOARD Ride the bus to Maine’s beer scene. The Maine Brew Bus — painted green and lovingly named Lenny — chauffeurs guests to an array of local breweries and distilleries for tours, chats with brewers, and plenty of tasting. The Local Pour Tour even includes libations beyond beer, including stops at Maine Mead Works and Urban Farm Fermentory. A CLAUS TO PAUSE There’s no shortage of holiday spirit during Santacon, Portland’s annual barcrawling Santa convention. During one night in early December, hundreds of locals decked in red suits and faux beards descend on downtown, caroling from bar to bar, drinking in good cheer, and perplexing passersby. COFFEE CONTEST ISTAS Locals may be serious about their coffee, but the monthly Thursday Night Throwdown at Bard Coffee offers area coffee slingers some friendly competition for a good cause. Baristas compete in caffeinated art, creating designs in latte foam and aiming to impress the judges. Winners earn bragging rights and proceeds support Coffee Kids. TERMINAL T IDES At low tide, the Mood Tide Garden adjacent to Ocean Gate- way Terminal appears to be a simple rock garden. There are

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plenty of stones, each capped with aluminum leaf, that stand guard at the waterfront space. But during the highest tides — moon tides — saltwater floods the garden. And those stones become markers for the tides’ highest levels. DRESS -UP DANCE PARTY Friday nights at Bubba’s Sulky Lounge are a blast into the totally awesome past with 80s Night dance parties. 80s fans bust out the neon bangles, the jean jackets, and the leg warmers and take to the light-up dance floor to shake it out to popular 80s tunes. There’s even a weekly cash prize for the best 80s outfit. NOT JUST FOR A RAINY DAY Collectibles come in all forms, and on Peaks Island they come in the shape of umbrella covers. The Umbrella Cover Museum — quite possibly the world’s only museum dedicated to the rainy day cases — boasts over 700 umbrella covers, many with curious backstories. The unusual collection is open to the public daily Memorial Day through Labor Day. NOW FOR A DI FFERENT POINT OF VIEW Visitors to the Children’s Museum can climb into a camera and explore the physics of light, optics, and the human eye. The Camera Obscura exhibit is a windowless room that functions like a giant camera, bringing scenes from Portland

and beyond into view for spectators of all ages.

WALK ON THE WICKED SIDE Portland’s haunted history comes alive on a Wicked Walking Tour through the Old Port. Tour-goers are guided along the city’s streets with stories of legend, local lore, and some comedy thrown in for good measure. The evening excursions showcase Portland’s mysterious side, which even some locals don’t know about. HOLY CANNONBALL BATMAN Every town needs a watering hole. And on the Casco Bay islands, that watering hole is the ferry dock. Just about any summer day, ferry riders can watch local kids plunging into the Casco Bay waters, taking advantage of the churning The handlebar. The Magnum PI. The Uncle Rico. Whatever form a mustache takes, it is celebrated in Portland every year during Stache Pag. The mustache pageant invites mustachioed men (and women) to flaunt their facial hair in front of a packed house of mustache appreciators, and audience applause helps choose the winner. Stache Pag also features the International Moustache Film Festival. wake as the ferry pulls away. FACIAL HAIR FRENZY

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Portland is home to three semi-pro sports teams, so bring the kids along and catch the wave of excitement at a home game.

Photo: Thomas Mitchell, Portland Sea Dogs mascot Slugger

P L AY ING Whether you’re planning a family trip, a romantic getaway, or traveling with friends, we’ve got abundant options for creating fun-filled days and nights. You may run out of time but never things to do.

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With its own art museum, countless galleries, a symphony orchestra, and professional theater, Portland’s arts scene rivals that of cities much larger in size; from classical to cutting-edge, performance and visual arts are vibrantly alive and infuse the region with a surprising sophistication. Known regionally for its thriving local music scene, Portland boasts some of the best eclectic venues for rock, hip-hop, jazz, reggae, and bluegrass — it’s all here. Greater Portland is also steeped in history and anxious to share. Trolley tours, guided walking tours, and lovingly restored museum homes will expose you to the careful craftsmanship and fine architecture of past eras. Maine Maritime Museum in Bath is devoted

to the state’s rich maritime history, and a museum of Maine Civil War history is housed in the Fifth Maine Regiment Memorial Hall on Peaks Island. With our region’s proximity to the sea, there are naturally plenty of things to do on and around the water, from narrated cruises to sunset schooner sails, exciting kayak excursions to lazy beach afternoons. You can combine a love of history with one for the sea on a half-day excursion to Admiral Robert E. Peary’s Eagle Island with Atlantic Seal Cruises. Golf enthusiasts will find numerous beautifully situated courses, either beside the ocean or amid the mountains. Maine’s other regions offer superb

downhill skiing, plentiful wildlife, thrilling whitewater rafting, and fishing and swimming in crystal clear lakes. Maine is “The Great Outdoors,” so get out and enjoy it! There’s also plenty to keep the kids busy, from wildlife and amusement parks to the alluring world of antique trains, planes, and trolleys, even their own Children’s Museum & Theatre. They’ll also be fascinated by a visit to the living history museum at 19th Century Willowbrook Village. The excitment peaks at fairs and festivals throughout the summer and fall; be sure to check the calendar listings on pages 29-31 for special events for you and your family to enjoy.

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Visit Lenny, the World’s only life-size chocolate moose! As featured on CNN, Good Morning America and Yankee Magazine. Enjoy our own chocolates, salt-water taffy, fudge and ice cream. See ad pg. 1 MAINE WILDLIFE PARK C2 Rt 26, 56 Game Farm Rd, Gray, ME 04039 207-657-4977 mainewildlifepark.com Looking for Maine wildlife? There are moose, bears, porcupines, lynx, eagles, fish and more! Nature trails, wildlife displays, gardens, gift/snack shops. Bring a picnic and spend the day. Open mid-Apr to mid-Nov. PINELAND FARMS D3 15 Farm View Drive, New Gloucester, ME 04260 207-688-4539 pinelandfarms.org Working farm open to the public for recreation and education. Tour our modern dairy, world- class Equestrian Center or our Creamery where we produce some of Maine’s finest handcrafted cheeses. SABBATHDAY LAKE SHAKER VILLAGE B2 Rt 26, 707 Shaker Rd, New Gloucester, ME 04260 207-926-4597 shaker.lib.me.us Shaker Village has been an active community of Shakers since 1783. Guided tours. Gift shops. Workshops, crafts demonstrations, special events.

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Classical, Pops and Magic of Christmas shows in acoustically superb Merrill Auditorium. For tickets call PortTIX 207-842-0800. PORTTIX AT MERRILL AUDITORIUM R11 20 Myrtle St, Portland, ME 04101 207-842-0800 porttix.com PortTIX is the Box Office for Merrill Auditorium, Portland’s premier performing arts venue, and also provides ticketing services for other events in the Portland area. Visit porttix.com to join the email list and receive a monthly newsletter.

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Maine's premier professional theater, featuring classics and contemporary works. This year marks PSC’s 40th anniversary producing seven unique shows for a variety of audiences, including December’s family holiday show, “The Snow Queen” by Hans Christian Andersen. See ad pg. 16 PORTLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA R11 Merrill Auditorium: 20 Myrtle St, Portland, ME 04101 207-773-6128 portlandsymphony.org Under Music Director Robert Moody, Portland’s resident professional orchestra (and Maine’s largest performing arts organization) performs

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Refer to Maps on pages 37-41 Performance Arts, Crafts, & Entertainment BEYOND GREATER PORTLAND CHRISTMAS PRELUDE™ Kennebunkport Business Association Kennebunkport, Maine 207-967-0857 christmasprelude.com Celebrate a traditional New England Seaside Christmas. Our magical holiday festival features craft and art fairs, chowder and lobster luncheons, and performing arts to please everyone - all presented in beautifully decorated Kennebunkport. HOLLYWOOD CASINO I6 500 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401 1-877-779-7771 hollywoodcasinobangor.com With nearly 1,000 exhilarating slots and table games unveiled in 2012, Hollywood Casino is Maine’s premier gaming destination. A luxury hotel, fantastic buffet and live entertainment await you in beautiful Bangor, Maine! See ad pg. 17 MAINE STATE MUSIC THEATRE (MSMT) B6 Pickard Theater, Bowdoin College, N2 Brunswick, ME 04011 207-725-8769 msmt.org MSMT is a professional music theatre presenting four Broadway-quality main-stage musicals every summer at Pickard Theatre in Brunswick, Maine. MSMT also produces Theatre for Young Audiences, educational musicals for children. See ad pg. 17 3

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Oxford Casino offers a unique entertainment experience with contemporary table games and slot machines. Excitement goes 24/7. Just minutes from Exit 63 off the Maine Turnpike. See ad pg. 8 Cruises / Tours Boat departs from the Freeport Town Dock, South Freeport, ME 04078 207-865-6112 atlanticsealcruises.com Observe playful seals and nesting sites of the magnificent osprey while enjoying the beauty of Casco Bay. Depart daily from Memorial Day weekend through the end of October to Admiral Peary’s Eagle Island. See ad pg. 22 CASCO BAY LINES V11 56 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101 207-774-7871 cascobaylines.com Year-round narrated cruises, private charters, and island commuter service. Seasonal group lobster bakes and service to Bailey Island. Daily departures from Casco Bay Ferry terminal at Commercial and Franklin Streets. See ad below 4 5 IN GREATER PORTLAND ATLANTIC SEAL CRUISES D5

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ODYSSEY WHALE WATCH & NATURE CRUISES T9 170 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101 207-775-0727 odysseywhalewatch.com Fully narrated, daily Whale Watching with naturalist aboard. See Finbacks, Humpbacks, Minkes, Dolphins, Porpoises, Seabirds, Sharks, Tuna, Lighthouses and Forts! Also Deep-Sea Fishing, Nature/Shorebird Cruises. Call for schedule. PORTLAND DISCOVERY LAND & SEA TOURS T10 170 Commercial St, Long Wharf Portland, ME 04101 207-774-0808 portlanddiscovery.com Fully narrated tours of the city and the bay. Trolley tours, “Lighthouse Lovers” cruises, Culinary trolley tours. Private charters, group tours and step-on-guides too. Seasonally, May - Oct. See ad pg. 14 PORTLAND FIRE ENGINE CO. T9 180 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101 207-252-6358 portlandfiretours.com A unique multimedia history tour of Portland Maine aboard a vintage Fire Engine. Leaves right in front of Portland Lobster Co. at 180 Commercial St. See ad pg. 18 7 8

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PORTLAND SCHOONER CO. Berth: Maine State Pier 56 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101 207-766-2500 portlandschooner.com

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PO Box 1905, Portland, ME 04104 207-233-7485 mainefoodietours.com TASTE your way through town with Maine’s culinary tours! Learn about Maine’s rich culinary history and current talents from entertaining guides while you enjoy some of the finest culinary delights and craft-brewed beers. Tours offered in Portland and Kennebunkport. MAINE ISLAND KAYAK G4 Kayak Beach, Peaks Island, ME 04108 207-766-2373 maineislandkayak.com Sea kayak Casco Bay. Explore pristine beaches, hidden coves and beautiful islands with Registered Maine Guides. We provide trips, instruction and safety in quality kayaks. Customized trips, beginner to advanced. MAINE OCEAN ADVENTURES V6 231 Front St, South Portland, ME 04106 207-751-6966 maineoceanadventures.com Cruise through Casco Bay. Create your own itinerary or choose a Family Adventure, Scenic Sightings, Sunset Cruise or Deep Sea Fishing. Enjoy premier customer service in a yacht quality boat. MAINE SAILING ADVENTURES V11 Maine State Pier, corner of Commercial & Franklin Sts, Portland, ME 04101 207-749-9169 mainesailingadventures.net 2-hr public windjammer sails aboard the 74-foot Maine built windjammer FRANCES. Offering 3 public sails daily, May – Oct. Beer and wine bar onboard, weekly live acoustic performances. Fun for all ages. Reservations recommended.

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“Step aboard the Extroardinary.” 2-hr public sails & overnight windjammer cruises aboard the classic wooden schooners, Bagheera (1924) and Wendameen (1912). Private charters available. May - Oct. 1-87-SCHOONER. See ad pg. 26 PORTLAND’S OLD PORT PASS Purchase On-line localexcursionpass.com Experience MORE for LESS. Get major discounts off the combined admission to the best attractions with Portland’s ALL ACCESS Old Port Pass. Purchase, Print and Explore. It’s that easy. SUMMER FEET CYCLING ADVENTURES U12 Tours begin at Ocean Gateway Terminal Portland, ME 04101 866-857-9544 bikeportlandmaine.com See Portland the active way on a bicycle! With both regular and electric bikes available, our half-day 5-Lighthouse Tour is perfect for anyone with a sense of adventure. Bike and Brew and longer tours available. See ad pg. 24 10

VISIT OUR ONLINE CALENDAR visitportland.com/calendar.aspx for special events at many of these businesses.

VISIT THE OWLS HEAD TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM

2013 SPECIAL EVENTS 5/25-26 Owls Head Antique Auto Show 6/8-9 Horse Power Vehicle Auction & Show 6/15-16 Hot Rod, Custom & Muscle Car Meet 7/6-7 Fabulous 50s & Sensational 60s Car Meet 7/20-21 Trucks, Tractors & Commercial Vehicles Show 8/3-4 Wings & Wheels Spectacular & Aerobatic Airshow 8/17 36th Annual New England Auto Auction 8/31-9/1 Vintage Motorcycle Meet 9/21-22 Earth Movers & Shakers

Ride,Drive & Fly. Rinse&Admire. Repeat.

10/5-6 Foreign Auto Festival 11/2-3 Flea Market & Great Fall Auction

Enjoy over 150 vintage aircraft, automobiles, motorcycles, engines, carriages and bicycles

proudly on display or being run in their full glory. Open daily, year round.

117 Museum Street, Owls Head, Maine 207.594.4418 owlshead.org

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SONGO RIVER QUEEN II 841 Roosevelt Trail, Naples, ME, 04055 207-693-6861 songoriverqueen.net A privately built replica of the famed Mississippi River Paddle Wheelers. Offering cruises on Long Lake from May through Halloween. Full bar and food court on board. Private charters available. Historic Sites & Museums

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IN GREATER PORTLAND CHILDREN’S MUSEUM & THEATRE OF MAINE 142 Free St, Portland, ME 04101 207-828-1234 kitetails.org

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A hands-on museum where the whole family can play, learn and explore. Named one of the top 12 children’s museums in the U.S. by Forbes Magazine. See ad pg. 18 FIFTH MAINE REGIMENT MUSEUM G5 45 Seashore Ave, Peaks Island, ME 04108 207-766-3330 fifthmainemuseum.org A museum of Maine Civil War and Peaks Island history housed in the 1888 Fifth Maine Regiment Memorial Hall. May - Oct. Please call for hours or check website.

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Happenin’ Arts SCENE Greater Portland has a thriving arts community with the cultural offerings you’d expect to find in a much larger urban area; even in the coldest months, our arts scene never hibernates. Photo: Bob Delaney, First Friday Art Walk

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On the first Friday of each month in Portland, and the third Friday in Freeport, sidewalks overflow with art lovers. Artist studios and galleries open their doors to the public for the evening, inviting casual art fans and aficionados to peruse the diverse selection ranging from traditional seascapes painted in watercolor to hanging installations constructed from repurposed cardboard and found objects. Outside, small crowds gather around a busking guitarist or trio of belly dancers. Local crafters chat with passersby over tables of their work — handmade jewelry, screen-printed tees, a stack of notebooks made from album covers. The monthly Art Walks are a popular facet of the region’s diverse art scene. But on any given day, art to suit a variety of tastes can readily be found. Open year-round, the Portland Museum of Art exhibits classic European art by

Pablo Picasso, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Claude Monet. Other museum collections tell the story of Maine’s own artistic history through the works of Andrew Wyeth, Winslow Homer, and contemporary artists like John Bisbee. Curated galleries showcase and sell works on canvas, crafted in glass, or carved from wood. Sophisticated art-seekers can look to professional theatrical performances from Portland Stage and to Portland Ovations, the arts organization that supplies Maine with cultural classics like string quartets and The Joffrey Ballet. Portland Ovations also brings innovative performances to town, including dance company MOMIX and the choreographed percussion of STOMP, as well as rockin’ musical theater like "Rock of Ages.” The well-regarded Portland Symphony Orchestra regularly fills Merrill Auditorium with orchestral sounds, fromMahler’s Fifth Symphony

to Paul Hindemith’s “Mathis der Maler.” And the PSO POPS! performances have been known to aptly take on the music of Madonna, Elvis Presley, and The Beatles. When the weather is warm and the foot traffic high, art takes to the streets with South Portland’s Art in the Park, Freeport’s Fall in the Village Art Festival, and the WCSH 6 Sidewalk Art Festival, featuring the work of hundreds of artists fromMaine and the entire eastern seaboard.

LOCAL TIP Catch live music in bars and pubs throughout the Old Port and free outdoor concerts in the summer months in downtown parks and squares. (See page 31 for dates)

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INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART MAINE COLLEGE OF ART Q8 522 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101 207-775-3052 meca.edu The ICA features leading edge exhibitions and public programs that showcase new perspectives and trends in contemporary art. Open Wed - Sun 11 am to 5 pm, Thur 11 am to 7 pm and First Fridays until 8 pm. Admission is free. See ad pg. 20 MAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY Q9 489 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101 207-774-1822 mainehistory.org Maine Historical Society offers changing exhibitions of Maine history in its museum, unique Maine gifts in its shop, and tours of the Longfellow House & Garden, home of poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. 12

MAINE NARROW GAUGE RAILROAD COMPANY & MUSEUM V14 58 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101 207-828-0814 mainenarrowgauge.org Museum and scenic waterfront train ride celebrating Maine’s unique railroad history. Open May - Oct. and seasonally for events, including Polar Express. Fun for the whole family! See ad pg. 16 MUSEUM AT PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT 1000 Shore Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107 Y2 207-799-2661 portlandheadlight.com The museum, located in the former lighthouse keepers’ quarters, chronicles the history of Portland Head Light, the oldest lighthouse in Maine, and Fort Williams. Open daily: Jun - Oct. Weekends only: mid-late April, May, Nov, early-mid Dec. See ad pg. 18 13 14

OSHER MAP LIBRARY & SMITH CENTER FOR CARTOGRAPHIC EDUCATION 314 Forest Ave, Portland, ME 04104 207-780-4850 usm.maine.edu/maps Exhibitions feature original maps, atlases, & globes from the cartographic collections located on the Portland campus of the University of Southern Maine. Reference service, educational programs and guided tours available by appointment. Call for hours. See ad pg. 40 PORTLAND FIRE MUSEUM R6 157 Spring St, Portland, ME 04101 207-772-2040 portlandfiremuseum.com The Portland Fire Museum houses an amazing collection of fire related art and artifacts from the 18th century to the present. Come and visit this hidden gem in the Arts District of Portland. PORTLAND MUSEUM OF ART Q7 Discover world-class art from the traditional to the contemporary in Maine’s largest art museum. Explore an extraordinary collection of Maine and American art and works by European masters, housed in three architecturally significant buildings. See ad pg. 20 PORTLAND OBSERVATORY MUSEUM S14 138 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101 207-774-5561 portlandlandmarks.org A National Historic Landmark. Only remaining maritime signal tower in America. Sweeping views of Portland, Casco Bay and the White Mountains. Sunset tours 5 pm - 8 pm every Thur, July 18 - Sept 5. Open Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day 10 am - 5 pm. See ad pg. 28 SPRING POINT LEDGE LIGHTHOUSE Y9 Fort Road on Southern Maine Community College Campus, South Portland, ME 04106 207-699-2676 springpointlight.org Step into history! A caisson-style lighthouse open over twenty times this year including every Saturday and Sunday in July and August. See how the keepers lived. Observe incredible views of Portland Harbor and the Islands. Continued on page 24 15 16 17 O10 7 Congress Sq, Portland, ME 04101 207-775-6148 portlandmuseum.org

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Only minutes from L.L. Bean in Freeport to Admiral Robert E. Peary’s Eagle Island. For Sightseeing Adventure Information

Call 207-865-6112 atlanticsealcruises.com

Paddling PLEASURES A coastal cruise atop a stand-up paddleboard isn’t exactly like walking on water — but it comes wonderfully close. The sport of stand-up paddleboarding has officially arrived in Maine, giving paddlers the chance to stroll the ocean standing up. Photo: Dustin Turin

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Paddleboarding originated in Hawaii several decades ago, and here in Maine it has become increasingly popular with outdoor adventurers who appreciate the unique opportunity to tour local rivers, lakes, and harbors with the water just under their feet. Paddleboards can cruise in shallow waters or be paddled right up to an area beach – places a boat simply can’t go. It's a leisurely way to take to Maine's scenic waterways. Paddle the mellow Audubon preserve in Scarborough and count shorebirds along the way, or take to the Atlantic and keep your eyes peeled for curious seals. A paddleboard looks much like an oversized sur-oard, and the longer, wider dimensions give it stand-on stability. They can tour flat water just like a kayak, can catch waves like a sur-oard, and can replace the canoe for avid fishermen. Even for first-timers,

stand-up paddleboarding is incredibly accessible. A little bit of balance is all that’s needed, and new paddleboarders might be surprised by how quickly they pick it up. SOPOSUP, a dedicated paddleboard shop in South Portland, offers one-hour lessons throughout the summer. They also have paddleboard yoga classes and “paddlebirding” – bird watching from a paddleboard. Lessons often take place in Cape Elizabeth’s scenic Kettle Cove, where the rocky coastline serves as a backdrop and a handful of moored fish- ing boats keep a watchful eye. And if balance should momentarily escape you, enjoy a refreshing splash into water. That's half the fun. There’s also plenty of opportunity to let your inner explorer lead the way. Maine Island Kayak Company offers full-day and half-day guided kayak tours in and around the nooks and crannies of

Casco Bay’s many islands. Novice and experienced paddlers can investigate the craggy shoreline, Civil War-era forts, and hidden beaches, or get an ecological education on Maine’s amazing geologi- cal history. And along the way – perhaps after you’ve surveyed a lighthouse or climbed the ramparts of Fort Gorges, accessible only by private vessel – you’ll find yourself hypnotized by the rhythmic plunge of your paddle and by the sound of the Atlantic lapping at your boat.

LOCAL TIP You can sail, surf, and paddle throughout Casco Bay and the Lakes Region but don’t miss the exciting

whitewater rafting on Maine’s wild rivers or a carefree float trip below the rapids.

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TATE HOUSE MUSEUM 1267 Westbrook St, Portland, ME 04102 207-774-6177 tatehouse.org

BOOTHBAY RAILWAY VILLAGE 586 Wiscasset Rd, Boothbay, ME 04537 207-633-4727 railwayvillage.org Nowhere else in New England can you

MAINE MARITIME MUSEUM 243 Washington St, Bath, ME 04530 207-443-1316 mainemaritimemuseum.org Maine’s sea story lives here! Exhibits, 20-acre shipyard site, tours of Bath Iron Works, lighthouse & nature cruises, kids’ pirate ship, demos, Victorian house, family activities, hands-on fun for everyone. See ad pg. 25 OWLS HEAD TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM L5 117 Museum St, Owls Head, ME 04854 207-594-4418 owlshead.org Features an operating collection of antique aircraft, automobiles and more. Special events include car rallies, airplane shows, free Model T rides and family activities. Kids under 18 are free. Open every day, year round. See ad pg. 19 POLAND SPRING PRESERVATION PAR L3 115 Preservation Way, Poland Spring, ME 04274 207-998-7143 polandspring.com Preservation Park houses a dedication to the growth of Poland Spring Natural Spring Water through scientific displays and vintage memorabilia. Open FREE to the public Columbus Day - Memorial Day. SEASHORE TROLLEY MUSEUM N2 195 Log Cabin Rd, Kennebunkport, ME 04046 207-967-2800 trolleymuseum.org Unlimited rides on restored antique streetcars at the world’s largest streetcar museum. Exhibits, exceptional museum store, and special events throughout the season. Rain or Shine! Open May - Oct. 10 am - 5 pm. 18 B7

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Built in 1755, mast agent Captain George Tate’s Georgian home features period furnishings and herb gardens. Gift shop open year round. Hourly tours June - Oct. Wed - Sat 10 am – 4 pm, Sun 12 – 4 pm. VICTORIA MANSION S6 One of the country’s most important historic homes of the mid-Victorian period. Built 1858- 1860, the Mansion’s intact interiors still boast over 90% of their original furnishings. Guided tours Mon - Sat, 10 am – 4 pm; Sun, 1 – 5 pm; May - Oct. Decorated for the Holidays, visit website or call for tour information. 109 Danforth St, Portland, ME 04101 207-772-4841 victoriamansion.org Historic Sites & Museums BEYOND GREATER PORTLAND 19TH CENTURY WILLOWBROOK VILLAGE 70 Elm St, Newfield, ME 04056 207-793-2784 willowbrookmuseum.org The way life used to be! Sleighs and carriages, 1849 Concord stagecoach, 1894 carousel, trades, agriculture and tool exhibits (blacksmith, cooper, harnessmaker, printer, shoemaker, woodworker, etc.). Calendar of events online. M1

experience a steam train ride, an outstanding collection of over 50 antique automobiles, all in an historic village setting with an exciting events schedule. Open June - Oct. BRICK STORE MUSEUM N2 117 Main St, Kennebunk, ME 04043 207-985-4802 brickstoremuseum.org Discover fascinating history and art in Kennebunk’s historic district with a collection of 70,000+ items. Exhibitions and programs for all ages are offered year-round. Open Tues - Fri: 10 am - 4:30 pm, Sat: 10 am - 1 pm. FARNSWORTH ART MUSEUM AND WYETH CENTER L5 16 Museum St, Rockland, ME 04841 207-596-6457 farnsworthmuseum.org Collection of 10,000+ works tracing the development of art in Maine within the larger context of American art. Campus includes 9 museum galleries, 3 Wyeth Center galleries, adjacent Victorian Homestead. THE MAINE ART MUSEUM TRAIL maineartmuseums.org From Ogunquit to Bangor, the seven art museums on The Maine Art Museum Trail offer 53,000 works of art, from ancient to contemporary. See Maine art from Andrew Wyeth to Alex Katz.

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