Visitor's Guide 2023-2024

MAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY 489 Congress St, Portland 207-774-1822 mainehistory.org

PORTLAND MUSEUM OF ART 7 Congress Square, Portland 207-775-6148 portlandmuseum.org

VICTORIA MANSION 109 Danforth St, Portland 207-772-4841 victoriamansion.org

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Experience the 2023 exhibition CODE RED: Cli mate, Justice & Natural History Collections. Enjoy companion exhibits, tour the Wadsworth-Longfel low House, and shop the store! Map 3, D7 MAINE MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS 15 Middle St, Portland 207-808-8919 mainemuseumofphotographicarts.org Established in 2010, the Maine Museum of Photo graphic Arts is the only museum in Maine dedi cated exclusively to photography. Map 3, F10 MAINE NARROW GAUGE RAILROAD COMPANY & MUSEUM 49 Thames St, Portland 207-828-0814 mainenarrowgauge.org Scenic train rides, special events, history, educa tion, volunteering, and more! Experience one of the most unique railroads in the country. Map 3, G10 See ad pg. 12 MUSEUM AT PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT 1000 Shore Rd, Cape Elizabeth 207-799-2661 portlandheadlight.com Located in the former lighthouse keepers’ quar ters, chronicles the history of Portland Head Light, the oldest lighthouse in Maine and Fort

The PMA is the cultrual heart of Portland, with unforgettable exhibitions, events, films, and more than 18,000 artworks to explore. Map 3, D6 PORTLAND OBSERVATORY MUSEUM 138 Congress St, Portland 207-774-5561 portlandlandmarks.org Only remaining maritime signal tower in Ameri ca. Sweeping views of Portland, Casco Bay and the White Mountains. Memorial Day to mid-October. Map 3, E11 SOUTHWORTH PLANETARIUM 70 Falmouth St, Portland 207-780-4249 usm.maine.edu/planet Portland’s space & science place! Explore galax ies, atoms, cells & the sea in our subterranean star dome. We offer shows, classes & much more. Map 3, C8 TATE HOUSE MUSEUM Built in 1755, features period furnishings and herb gardens. Special events & activities. Gift shop. Hourly tours Jun-Oct. Map 3, B5 1267 Westbrook St, Portland 207-774-6177 tatehouse.org

Built in 1858-1860, the Mansion’s intact interiors still boast over 90% of their original furnishings. Tours May-Oct. Decorated for the Holidays. Map 3, E5 I HISTORIC SITES + MUSEUMS I BEYOND GREATER PORTLAND FARNSWORTH ART MUSEUM AND WYETH CENTER 16 Museum St, Rockland 207-596-6457 farnsworthmuseum.org Nationally recognized collection of 15,000+ works celebrating Maine’s ongoing role in the history of American art. Map 1, H5 MAINE CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM 2564 Portland Rd, Arundel 207-494-1940 mainecarmuseum.com A nostalgic exhibit housing over 50 priceless clas sic cars and hundreds of other fun curiosities for all generations to experience. Map 1, I2 MAINE MARITIME MUSEUM 243 Washington St, Bath 207-443-1316 mainemaritimemuseum.org Daily lighthouse cruises, docent tours, black smith demonstrations, historic shipyard, rotating and permanent exhibits—plus 20 waterfront acres to explore! Map 1, I4 See ad pg. 19

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Visit the Oldest Lighthouse in Maine

The Museum at Portland Head Light Located in the former keepers’ house which was built in 1891 as a duplex for the head Keeper and the Assistant Keeper and their families. The history of Portland Head Light is told through exhibits displaying artifacts and documents, navigational aids, Fresnel lenses, models, and photographs. A historical timeline will guide your tour through the museum beginning with the origin of the lighthouse and the lives of the keepers.

1000 Shore Road Cape Elizabeth (207) 799-2661 portlandheadlight.com

Open Daily: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. June - October

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