MUSEUM PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT

CAPE ELIZ, ME

81 Gray Street revisited
81 Gray Street Credit: Bracketed Hoods

The Portland Head Light is a historic lighthouse located in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. It was first commissioned by George Washington in 1791 and has since become a popular tourist attraction due to its scenic location and rich history.

The lighthouse stands 80 feet tall and is made of brick and granite. Its light can be seen up to 24 nautical miles away, making it an important navigational aid for ships entering the Portland Harbor.

The lighthouse is now part of the Fort Williams Park and is open to the public as a museum. Visitors can explore the museum's exhibits, which include the history of the lighthouse and its keepers, as well as the role it played during World War II. The museum also features a gift shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs and other items related to the lighthouse.

The grounds surrounding the lighthouse offer stunning views of the Maine coast and the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors can take a leisurely walk along the cliff walk or enjoy a picnic in the park. The Portland Head Light is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in lighthouses, maritime history, or simply enjoying the beauty of the Maine coastline.

MUSEUM PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CAPE ELIZ ME. US MID #8402300435

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). 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: $ 321,001 from tax period 201306 (YYYYMM).

Contact MUSEUM PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT

MUSEUM AT PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT
PO BOX 6260
CAPE ELIZ
ME
04107-0060

Disclaimer: please note this database is maintained by volunteers and whilst we endeavour to do our best, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the listing.

If you notice any errors or omissions in the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Find more CAPE ELIZ ME Museums

What 3 Words

///rush.loafer.matters. Near South Portland, Maine

Map of MUSEUM AT PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT

MUSEUM PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT Information

MID # 8402300435
Name MUSEUM AT PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT
Alternate Name MUSEUM PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 223201871
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201306
INCOME 572,621
REVENUE 321,001
LAT/LONG 43.601717, -70.233931
CODES FIPS State Code: 23
FIPS County Code: 005
US Census Tract: 003702
US Census Block: 1005