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ACTS OF CONGRESS
As Portland’s main thoroughfare, Congress Street is the cultural backbone of the city.
Bordering theOld Port, it’s an easy stroll from the waterfront to explore its many
museums, galleries, restaurants, and historic sites.
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Downtown’s epicenter!
Take a break from
your sightseeing
beneath the Our Lady
of Victories Civil War
memorial, in the Public
Market House, or at
an outdoor café. Enjoy
the Christmas Tree
and explore the shops
connecting the Arts
District to the Old Port.
WADSWORTH-
LONGFELLOW
HOUSE / MHS
Henry Wadsworth-
Longfellow’s boyhood
home is the oldest
structure standing on
Portland’s peninsula.
Maine Historical Society
exhibits explore the
stories of Maine’s
people and places.
LONGFELLOW SQ.
A memorial statue
of Henry Wadsworth
Longfellow, beloved 19th-
Century American poet.
STATE THEATRE
A classic historical theater
showcasing talented bands
and musicians from all
over the globe.
CONGRESS SQ. PARK
A vibrant community space
featuring local art, outdoor
movies, live events and
performances
CONGRESS SQ.
The landmark Hay building
sits at the intersection of High,
Congress, and Free Streets,
gateway to the Arts District.
PORTLAND
MUSEUM
OF ART
Admire American,
European, and
contemporary
masterworks, and
several interactive
exhibits. Don’t miss
the only other known
Mona Lisa!
MECA & ICA
Maine College of Art is also
home to the Institute of
Contemporary Art featuring
galleries that showcase
student projects and several
exhibits, which display
contemporary art pieces.
Located in a spectacular
Beaux Arts-style building,
these art centers solidly
anchor the Arts District.
THE PORTLAND
PUBLIC LIBRARY
Chartered in 1867, the
oldest and largest library
in the state underwent a
monumental modernization
in 2010. Free WiFi, a street
front area to enjoy coffee or
food, and access to online
international libraries
makes it a perfect spot in
which to read, relax, or
people watch.
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STATE ST.
TEMPLE ST.
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MYRTLE ST.
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PHOTOS: (1) ROBERT WITKOWSKI; (2-5) COREY TEMPLETON; (6) MHS/WADSWORTH-LONGFELLOW HOUSE; (7) COREY TEMPLETON; (8) CFW PHOTOGRAPHY; (9) COREY TEMPLETON
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