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MAINE NARROW GAUGE Map 3, G11
RAILROAD COMPANY & MUSEUM
58 Fore St, Portland
207-828-0814
Experience Maine’s unique railroad history with
a scenic waterfront train ride. Museum features
exhibits and activities for children. Open May-
October and seasonally for events. See ad pg. 30
MUSEUM AT PORTLAND Map 3, I2
HEAD LIGHT
1000 Shore Rd, Cape Elizabeth
207-799-2661
Located in the former lighthouse keepers’ quar-
ters, chronicles the history of Portland Head
Light, the oldest lighthouse in Maine and Fort
Williams. Open daily: Jun-Oct. Weekends only:
May & Nov. See ad pg. 18
NEAL DOW HOUSE
714 Congress St, Portland
207-773-7773
A national historic landmark of late Federal
style, built in 1829. The house became a center of
political and humanitarian activity. Tours offer a
rich history of Neal Dow’s life and works.
PORTLAND FIRE MUSEUM
157 Spring St, Portland
207-772-2040
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 Map 3, D6
7 Congress Square, Portland
207-775-6148
With completely reinstalled galleries and more
art on view than ever before, the new PMA offers
art experiences for everyone, exceptional events,
and exclusive tours of the Winslow Homer Stu-
dio.See ad pg. 18
PORTLAND OBSERVATORY MUSEUM
138 Congress St, Portland Map 3, F11
207-774-5561
Only remaining maritime signal tower in Amer-
ica. Sweeping views of Portland, Casco Bay and
the White Mountains. Open Memorial Day
weekend through Columbus Day. Guided tours
10am - 4:30pm. See ad pg. 33
PORTLAND SCIENCE CENTER
68 Commercial St, Portland
207-812-3850
The first and only of its kind in Maine, acting as
an educational and entertainment beacon. Show-
cases the most engaging and unique traveling
exhibitions in the world.
SPRING POINT LEDGE LIGHTHOUSE
Fort Rd on Southern Maine Community College
Campus, South Portland
207-699-2676
Step into history! A caisson-style lighthouse
open every Saturday and Sunday in July and Au-
gust. See how the keepers lived. Observe incredi-
ble views of Portland Harbor and the Islands.
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