5th Maine Regiment Museum
This museum is a civil war memorial and a cultural center in Peaks Island, Maine. The Fifth Maine Regiment Memorial Hall is a National Register property built by Civil War veterans in 1888. The collections include C... americanheritage.com
South Portland Historical Society
The South Portland Historical Society operates a history museum at Bug Light Park, adjacent to the Portland Breakwater Lighthouse, which relates the history of shipbuilding (including WWII Liberty ships), lighthouses, sar... visitmaine.com
Fort Preble - Portland, Maine
During the American Revolutionary War, a temporary fortification known as Fort Hancock was established on a point of land on the eastern short of South Portland, Maine. In 1808, under the direction of Henry A. S. Dearborn... waymarking.com
Rudy Vallee Grave Site
Singer, Actor, and Band Leader. He was born Hubert Prior Vallee, and changed his name to Rudy after the great saxophonist, Rudy Wiedoft. He wanted to serve in World War I, so he enlisted in the Navy in 1917 and was discha... findagrave.com
Mariner's Church - Colesworthy's Anti-slavery Bookstore -...
Marker Erected in 2007. Marker Text: Mariners' Church Location of Daniels Colesworthy's basement anti-slavery bookstore and print shop. In 1836 Colesworthy printed "Light and Truth From Ancient and Sacred History," a book... waymarking.com
Eastern Cemetery, Portland Me
County of Marker: Cumberland County. Marker Text: Eastern Cemetery 1668 The Eastern Cemetery is the resting place of some of Portland's noted abolitionist, who campaigned against slavery, provided safe-houses and assisted... waymarking.com
Scarborough Historical Society And Museum
The Scarborough Historical Society was established in 1961 to protect the rich history, heritage, and traditions of Scarborough. The society's collection is extensive. There is farming equipment: tools; quilts; clothes; c... visitmaine.com
Morse-libby Mansion
Designed by the Henry Austin and with extraordinary elaborate interiors by the artist-decorator Giovanni Guidirini, this is one of the finest and least-altered examples of a large Italianate Villa-styled brick and brownstone town... cr.nps
Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours
Portland Discovery Land and Sea Tours specializes in sightseeing cruises and private charters on Casco Bay. From May to October we offer daily Lighthouse Lovers Cruises, Eagle Island Cruises, Land and Sea Tours, and Troll... visitmaine.com
Maine Day Trip
Maine Day Trip provides customized private tours for individuals and groups originating in the Portland, Maine region. See historical landmarks, lighthouses, museums and the scenic coast of Maine. Take a relaxed and infor... visitmaine.com
Portland Symphony Youth Concert:"sounds Like Art:...
This spring, the arts collide as painting, poetry, and dance presentations from student artists are featured alongside the PSO musicians. Students are encouraged to create paintings and write poetry to the music on... brownpapertickets.com
Cumberland Historical Society
The Cumberland Histsorical Society was founded on March 25, 1939. Its meetings and possesions were initially held in the Prince Memorial Library in Cumberland. The Society acquired the 1853 schoolhouse at 4A Blanchard Roa... museumsusa.org
Homer, Winslow, Studio
From 1884 until his death, this converted carriage house was the studio of Winslow Homer (1836-1910), who once remarked that he worked "in utter independence of schools and masters." One of America's best-known and best-loved art... cr.nps
Tate House Museum
Architecturally significant Georgian house and gardens accurately restored and furnished to reflect the lifestyle of the Tate family during the 1750s. George Tate was the agent for a British firm that provided masts for t... visitmaine.com
Mclellan-sweat Mansion
Built in 1800 for a wealthy Portland merchant, this three story brick townhouse exemplifies the Federal-Adamesque style in New England. It features a semi-circular entrance portico with Doric pillars and pilasters; interiors incl... cr.nps
Dow, Neal, House
For some 67 years, this well-preserved two-and-a-half story house was the residence of Neal Dow (1804-1897), called the "Napoleon of Temperance". A leading 19th-century proponent of Prohibition, Dow was a candidate for the Presid... cr.nps
Reed, Thomas B., House
From 1888 until his death, this was the residence of Thomas B. Reed (1839-1902), the powerful Republican Speaker of the House of Representatives. In 1890, "Czar Reed" reformed House procedures with the introduction of the "Reed R... cr.nps
Chebeague Island Historical Society
The Historical Society is restoring the old Dictrict #9 Schoolhouse for an visitor center and museum. Call for appointment. visitmaine.com