Maine Historical Society and the Wadsworth-Longfellow House
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$ Open seasonally - check before visiting
Downtown
Maine Historical Society and the Wadsworth-Longfellow House is a museum and historic house combo featuring rotating exhibits and local history. long_description_potoo
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Oct 7·12:30 PM
Join Maine Historical Society for a guided tour of our exhibit Pathways to Freedom with Collections Curator Tiffany Link. These tours will explore the different perspectives of the American Revolution by following the lives of six remarkable Mainers who experienced the conflict up close.
Oct 23·1:00 PM
Long-repeated tales of the doomed "circus ship" are tested against the record to reveal the true story of the tragedy of the Royal Tar. Author and diver Captain Dennis Dorsey joins MHS to discuss 18 years of research and investigation into the Royal Tar, including findings regarding the vessel, its operation, the people and animals aboard, and its final voyage.
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What's the vibe
The atmosphere is quiet and educational, offering a glimpse into the past through a single-story museum layout. The connected Wadsworth-Longfellow House provides a sense of lived-in history amidst a scholarly setting.ambiance_potoo
What people are saying
Visitors appreciate the changing exhibits, such as those regarding climate threads, and the combined access to the historic Wadsworth-Longfellow House.reviews_potoo
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Details
Downtown
489 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101
Open seasonally
About
As the official state historical society of Maine, this institution preserves the state's legacy through its connection to the Wadsworth-Longfellow House. It serves as a primary repository for the region's cultural and social history.story_potoo