GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS

PORTLAND, ME

The old B&M Beans factory Portland, Maine
The old B&M Beans factory Credit: Sam T (samm4mrox)

Portland, Maine is a charming city filled with history and landmarks. Portland Head Light is one of the most iconic landmarks in the city, standing tall since 1791. The light, located at the entrance to Portland Harbor, was the first lighthouse built in Maine. It was the first lighthouse in the United States to be automated and is now a popular attraction for sightseers and photographers.

The Eastern Promenade is a popular area in Portland, with sweeping views of Casco Bay and the surrounding islands. It was built as a public walkway in 1836 and is now a beloved recreational area for visitors and locals alike, with a playground and walking paths.

The Victoria Mansion is a stunning example of Italianate-style architecture, built in 1860 by wealthy merchant Ruggles Sylvester Morse. The mansion is decorated with ornate furniture, tapestries and other artifacts from the 19th century. It is now a museum and tourist attraction.

The Portland Observatory is another important landmark in Portland. Built in 1807, it was the only maritime signal tower in the United States until its closure in 1924. It stands on Munjoy Hill and is now a museum, open for tours.

Portland is also home to a number of beautiful parks, including Deering Oaks Park, Fort Allen Park, and Payson Park. These parks are ideal spots for picnicking, walking, and enjoying the natural beauty of the city.

Portland is an urban oasis filled with history and landmarks. From the stunning Victoria Mansion to the iconic Portland Head Light, there is something for everyone to admire in this charming city.

GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in PORTLAND ME. US MID #8402300104

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 323,359 from tax period 201306 (YYYYMM).

Contact GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS

GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS INC
93 HIGH ST
PORTLAND
ME
04101-3811

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GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS Information

MID # 8402300104
Name GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS INC
Alternate Name GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 010276272
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201306
INCOME 522,530
REVENUE 323,359
LAT/LONG 43.652985, -70.261532
CODES FIPS State Code: 23
FIPS County Code: 005
US Census Tract: 000300
US Census Block: 2070