Museums & Historic Sites

GLIMPSE THE MAGIC OF THE PAST

History comes alive in Greater Portland—where everything from colonial homes to maritime museums are on display. Museum homes invite visitors to step back in time and gain a greater perspective and respect for the historic forces that continue to influence our lives.

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72 Hours of Maine History
Enjoy the beauty and great outdoors of Maine while learning all about Maine's roots at local exhibits, museums, and attractions.
Art Lover’s Guide to Portland, Maine
Our vibrant, year-round art scene is now a hotspot for every kind of cultural experience you can imagine.
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Featuring must see landmarks, forts, activities, parks, and more all preserved so you can tour them while you're here.
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Exterior Drone, Photo Credit David Pratt Photography, courtesy of Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine

Variety of interactive exhibits & activities for children and families inspiring discovery and imagination.

Lighthouse with rainbow. Photo Provided by Greater Portland Landmarks
Greater Portland Landmarks

Hear the mysterious, amazing and amusing inside stories as you explore history and architectural treasures.

Photo Credits: Ilana Welch, MMPA Gallery showing the Cole Caswell + Carol Eisenberg exhibition
Maine Museum of Photographic Arts

An exhibition, preservation and collection of photography, film, videography, installations and more.

Portland by the Foot Tour Group in Monument Square Maine. Photo Credit: Dela Murphy
Portland by the Foot

Experience unforgettable storytelling—rich with heart, humor, and humanity—on a walking tour with Maine's top-rated guide!

Farnsworth Art Museum and Wyeth Center

Offers a nationally recognized collection of American art in its elegantly appointed galleries in beautiful Rockland.

Friends of Fort Gorges

Tour a former United States military fort built from 1858 to 1864. The fort is now a park, accessible only by boat.

Maine Classic Car Museum

Home to over 50 classics and hundreds of curiosities, curated with tour guides, placards, and short-subject films.

Maine Historical Society

3rd oldest historical society in U.S. comprised of the Longfellow House, the Brown Library, the Museum & Shop.

Maine Maritime Museum

Exhibits, lighthouse & nature cruises, kids' pirate ship, demos, family activities, hands-on fun for everyone.

Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company + Museum

Scenic train ride along beautiful Casco Bay. Activities, historic railroad cars & exhibits.

Museum at Portland Head Light

Located in the lighthouse keepers' quarters, the museum chronicles the oldest lighthouse in Maine.

Portland Museum of Art

The PMA boasts significant holdings of American, European, and contemporary art, as well as iconic works from Maine.

Seashore Trolley Museum

Experience a connection to the past by visiting the world's oldest and largest museum of public transportation.

Southworth Planetarium

Explore galaxies, atoms, cells & the sea in our subterranean star dome. We offer shows, classes, & more.

Spirits Alive

Dedicated to the preservation of Portland’s Eastern Cemetery through activities like walking tours and ongoing education.

Tate House Museum

This Georgian house connects people to colonial roots and helps discover the relevance of history to our lives.

Victoria Mansion

One of the country's historic homes of the mid-Victorian period, open May through October and the holiday season for tours.

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