Suggestions for Museum near Downtown Portland, Portland

John C. • May 5, 2015A small gem of a museum. Some wonderful new England paintings to ponder.

Visit Maine • May 3, 2011A wonderful way for kids to play on rainy or cold days.

Michael S. • July 5, 2013Don't forget to check out the garden in back...great place to bring your lunch or a book!

Sam N. • August 11, 2017Really really cool, the tour is worth it. Beautifully preserved Victorian mansion — most of it is original.

Andrew C. • July 15, 2019Small museum of Jewish history in Maine, specifically about summer camps and generic info about Judaism... plus there is some beautiful artwork in the sanctuary and rooms throughout the place!!

Stephan S. • June 5, 2017(World War I & the Maine Experience) Very interesting exhibition about WWI from a Maine perspective.

Derek J. • August 26, 2014One of the few places in the country where you can ride a narrow gauge train today. The 45 minute ride is well worth it with friends, family, or even a date.

Visit Maine • July 13, 2011For lovers of all things Nessie, Bigfoot, Yeti, Feejee Mermaids and more, this museum is sure to delight! Great fun for kids, too, the owner can regale them with fascinating stories of mysterious crea

Allison M. • October 2, 2012Great stop in Portland worth the walk up the hill!

Dan C. • July 30, 2013Great hose selection!

Michael S. • July 10, 2012Great family-friendly shows. Cheap rainy day activity!

Kathryn • October 4, 2014History museum with multiple exhibits: shipbuilding, Liberty ships, lighthouses and their keepers, Civil War, sardine factories, horse trotting parks, etc. There's also a museum gift shop.