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EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

ARTS DISTRICT

Maine Charitable Mechanic Association
773-8396
519 Congress Street
Sponsors a library & lecture series for members. In operation since 1815.

Maine College of Art
775-5098
97 Spring Street
www.meca.edu
Educating artists of all ages and abilities; BFA & MFA degrees, Continuing studies, & Summer Institutes.

Maine Historical Society and Library
774-1822
485 Congress Street
Home of the Wadsworth-Longfellow house, Center for Maine History Museum, & Maine Historical Library.

Maine International Trade Center
541-7400
511 Congress Street
www.mitc.com
Offers trade missions, programs & seminars, counseling, shows, international conferences & technical assistance.

Portland Public Library
871-1710
5 Monument Square
www.portlandlibrary.com
Offering a host of multi-media & online resources & services. Brown bag lectures & children’s events. Bring the family!

OLD PORT

SALT Institute for Documentary Studies
761-0660
110 Exchange Street
www.salt.edu
Undergraduate & graduate semester-long programs in nonfiction writing & editing, documentary radio & documentary photography.


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ENTERTAINMENT

ARTS DISTRICT

Cumberland County Civic Center
775-3458
One Civic Center Square
www.theciviccenter.com
Celebrating 25 years as Maine’s premier music, sports & entertainment center.

Friends of Kotzschmar Organ
883-9525
Merrill Auditorium P.O. Box 7455 4112
www.foko.org
Concerts year round on historic 6,618-pipe organ with world-renowned organists.

Maine Ballroom Dance
773-0002
614 Congress Street
www.maineballroomdancing.com
Group & private instruction; public dance parties every Saturday.

Merrill Auditorium
874-8200
20 Myrtle Street
www.portlandevents.com
A 1900 seat world-class performing arts facility.

PCA Great Performances
773-3150
477 Congress Street
www.pcagreatperformances.org
Bringing opera, jazz, classical, Broadway & more to Merrill Auditorium.

Portland Conservatory of Music
775-3356
116 Free Street
Premiere faculty; performances, lessons & classes for young & old.

Portland Opera Repertory Theatre
879-7678
Merrill Auditorium
Presenting Operatic masterpieces in productions that are lively, creative, and important locally, regionally and nationally.

Portland Pirates Hockey
828-4665
531 Congress Street
www.portlandpirates.com
American Hockey League affiliate of the NHL’s Washington Capitals. Official Portland Pirates apparel & souvenirs.

Portland Stage Company
774-0465
25 A Forest Ave
www.portlandevents.com
Northern New England’s leading professional theater- entertaining & educating through artistic expression.

Portland Symphony Orchestra
773-6128
Merrill Auditorium
www.portlandsymphony.com
From serious music to serious fun, a tradition of orchestral excellence

State Theater
780-8265
609 Congress Street
www.liveatthestate.com
Popular weekend concert venue hosting everything from rock & pop to hip-hop & folk.

The Center for Cultural Exchange
761-0591
One Longfellow Square
www.artsandculture.org
Concerts, dance, ethnic community celebrations, artists from all over the globe.

OLD PORT

Movies on Exchange Street
772-9600
10 Exchange Street
Movie house that features foreign & independent films.

Nickelodeon Cinemas
772-9751
1 Temple Street
www.patriotcinemas.com
Offering first-run alternative & mainstream films.

Videoport
773-1999
151 Middle Street
www.videoport.net
Maine's largest selection of foreign, cult and classic films on VHS and DVD.


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TOURS & TRIPS

ARTS DISTRICT

Greater Portland Landmarks
774-5561
165 State Street
www.portlandlandmarks.org
Promotes historic preservation through guided tours, publications, education & advocacy.

OLD PORT

Atlantic Yacht Charters
767-3626
Dimillo’s Marina Long Wharf
www.atlanticyachtcharters.com
Private luxurious 50-foot motor yacht for cruising, sightseeing & private parties.

Bay View Cruises
761-0496
184 Commercial Street
www.bayviewcruisesme.com
See Portland’s greatest harbor sights aboard daily tour cruises or private charters.

Casablanca Cruises
775-0727
170 Commercial Street
www.marinerfleet.com
Whale watching, deep-sea fishing, scenic cruises, historic trolley tours & private party boats.

Devil’s Den Charter
761-4466
Dimillo’s Marina
Half & full day sport fishing trips departing from DiMillo’s Marina.

Eagle Island Tours
774-6498
Long Wharf
Best narration on Casco Bay.

Mainely Tours & Gifts
774-0808
3 Moulton Street
www.mainelytours.com
Trolley tours, guided city outings, land and sea excursions.

Palawan Sailing
773-2163
Dimillo’s Marina
www.sailpalawan.com
Come aboard this vintage ocean racing yacht for a morning, afternoon, evening or day-long sail. Up to 24 passengers.

School of Ocean Sailing
871-1315
Dimillo’s Marina
www.sailingschool.com
Teaching offshore ocean sailing & ocean navigation.


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EATS & DRINKS

ARTS DISTRICT

Adeline’s Grill at the Eastland
207-775-5411
157 High Street
www.eastlandparkhotel.com
Upscale Pub food

Asylum
772-8274 ext. 4
121 Center Street
Popular nightclub featuring live music & entertainment.

Bella Cucina
828-4033
653 Congress Street
Flavorful Italian cuisine, wonderful atmosphere & outstanding service, unique in menu & décor.

Bibo’s Madd Apple Cafe
774-9698
23 Forest Avenue
Five-star rated Arts District restaurant serving lunch, brunch & dinner.

Bombay Club
874-6631
675 Congress Street
Fine Indian Cuisine

Cafe Culture
761-1545
Center for Cultural Exchange
One Longfellow Square
Enjoy coffee, sweets & snacks as you listen to music from all over. Open 9am to 4:30 pm, and one hour before events.

Coffee By Design
772-5533
620 Congress Street
761-2424
24 Monument Square www.coffeebydesign.com
A Maine company roasting handcrafted coffees sold at coffeehouses & select retailers nationwide.

D’Angelo Sandwich Shop
828-2907
511 Congress Street
Delicious sandwiches, wraps & salads. Dine-in or take-out.

David’s Creative Cuisine
773-4340
22 Monument Square
www.davidsrestaurant.com
Exciting flavors, elegant entrees & superb staff- lunch & dinner patio dining on Monument Square.

Dunkin Donuts
554 Congress Street
Donuts and coffee.

Five-Fifty-Five
761-0555
555 Congress Street
Upscale American cuisine using local and seasonal ingredients.

Foley’s Bakery
772-5837
431 Congress Street
Breakfast pastries, cookies, cakes & gourmet pastries.

Free Street Taverna
772-5483
128 Free Street
www.freestreettaverna.com
Great food, casual atmosphere, outdoor deck & entertainment 7 nights a week!

Geno’s
772-7891
13 Brown St.
Rock bar serving up drinks & original live music every weekend.

Gravity
761-9600
486 Congress Street
The unique eatery where you make your own sandwiches just the way you like them.

Hans’ Soft Serve
761-4444
648 Congress Street
Ice cream, specialties, and frozen cakes.

Henry VIII’s
780-8889
15 Monument Square
Slow roasted certified Angus beef, served on an herb buttered toasted bun with your choice of toppings. Hand Carved to order.

Herb’s Gulley
780-8080
55 Oak Street
Quesadilla’s, burritos, fish tacos. Eat in or take out.

Katahdin Restaurant
774-1740
106 High Street
Great food, fabulous martinis, serving up Maine’s finest. A local favorite.

The Kitchen
775-0833
593 Congress Street
The most interesting sandwiches & wraps in Portland’s Arts District.

Linda’s Cucina Breakfast & Lunch
756-7500
579 Congress Street
Homestyle cooking and baked goods.

Little Lad’s Bakery
871-1636
482 1/2 Congress Street
Don’t clown around with your health & nutrition, try Little Lad’s, home of the happier meal!

Local 188
761-7909
188 State St.
Portland’s only restaurant/gallery.

Marcy’s Breakfast & Lunch
774-9713
47 Oak Street
A Portland landmark for 14 years. $2.95 daily specials!

Margarita’s Mexican Restaurant
774-9398
11 Brown Street
www.margs.com
Oversized meals, colossal drinks, fresh ingredients, outstanding service, unlimited fun!

Matthew’s Lounge
253-1812
133 Free Street
Drinks & live entertainment.

Mesa Verde
774-6089
618 Congress Street
Mexican food prepared naturally. Smoothies, juices, tequilla & drafts offered.

Michaela’s
780-1818
18 Monument Square
www.michaelas.com
Quaint classic bistro serving regional fare with global touches.

Mister Bagel
774-5115
539 Congress Street
Bagels, coffee & deli sandwiches.

Norm’s Bar & Grille
828-9944
617 Congress Street
Popular neighborhood bar & grill.

Paul’s Food Centers Inc.
772-3704
585 Congress Street
Convenience foods & household needs.

R & H Eatery
541-4844
One Monument Way
Great food, Great service. Open for breakfast and lunch.

Saigon Thinh Thanh Restaurant
773-2932
608 Congress Street
Vietnamese

Starbucks Coffee Company
761-0334
594 Congress Street
www.starbucks.com
Serving coffee, tea, espresso drinks & pastries in a comfortable setting.

Subway
498 Congress Street
Subs, salads, chips, cookies & Drinks. Party subs available.

Sun Oriental Market
772-8675
626 Congress Street
Discover this excellent Asian store.

Top of the East
775-5144
157 High Street
www.eastlandparkhotel.com
Portland’s only rooftop lounge. Great vies, happy hour, jazz.

Uffa Restaurant
775-3380
190 State Street
Delicious dinners & breakfasts served in a casual, friendly setting.

 

OLD PORT

Alehouse
774-0456
30 Market Street
Award-winning bar, live music, great drinks, food & friends.

Amigos Restaurant
772-0772
9 Dana Street
Mexican bar & restaurant.

Angie’s Pizza & Pub
773-8593
121 Commercial Street
Where friends meet.

Anthony’s Italian Kitchen
774-8668
151 Middle Street
10 year family-run business, voted Best in Portland.

Arabica Coffee Company
879-0792
16 Free Street
Assortment of fine coffee, expresso and teas.

Armory Restaurant & Lounge at the Portland Regency Hotel
774-4200
20 Milk Street
Fine dining at Portland’s Premiere Hotel, in the heart of the Old Port.

Bagel Works
879-2425
15 Temple Street
Bagels, wraps, breads, full lunch menu & coffee.

Bandol
347-7155
90 Exchange Street
Offering French cuisine

Beal’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream
828-1335
12 Moulton Street
We make our own super premium ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet & sherbert. Open Seasonally.

Big Easy Blues Club
871-8817
55 Market Street
Listen to live blues & jazz.

Big Mama’s
773-1211
5 Dana Street
Diner serving breakfast & lunch 7 days a week.

Bikini Bottom Grill
40 Wharf Street
Open till 3 am on weekends

Bill’s Pizza
774-6166
177 Commercial Street
Serving pizza since 1949. Open 7 days until 2 a.m.

The Bistro at Akari
772-9060
470 Fore Street
Eclectic American lunch menu.

Black Tie Catering & Cafe
761-6665
188 Middle Street
Fun fare in our cozy café with outdoor deck. Take out or eat in.

Breaking New Grounds
761-5637
13 Exchange Street
Coffee roaster, espresso bar, decadent desserts, fresh pastries & great atmosphere.

Brian Boru
780-1506
57 Center Street
www.bboru.com
Portland’s traditional Irish pub with an outdoor patio.

Bull Feeney’s
773-7210
375 Fore Street
An Irish pub & restaurant dedicated to the immigrant families who built today’s Portland.

The Calabash Habana Cigar Cafe
874-4055
10 Exchange Street
www.habanacigarcafe.com
Premium cigars and fine coffees.

Cinque Terre
347-6154
36 Wharf Street
Northern Italian Ligurian cuisine, sophisticated atmosphere in the Old Port setting.

City Deli
772-9620
1 City Center
Serving sandwiches, soups, & hot specials with plenty of seating.

Commercial Street Pub
772-9414
129 Commercial Street
Fun neighborhood bar, four TVs, pool tables, live music.

The Cookie Gallery
791-2662
399 Fore Street
www.thecookiegallery.com
Specializing in cookie bouquets, corporate gifts, & of course cookies!

The Corner at Fore and Exchange
One Exchange Street
General Store with chef crafted meals to go. Open 6:30am-2:00am.

The Crooked Mile
772-8708
8 Milk Street
Gourmet coffee and fine wine.

Dante’s
773-1100
1 City Center
Take-out Italian food.

Digger’s
774-9595
446 Fore Street
Come try one of our 28 Draft selections, check out the game, or play one of our many bar games yourself.
Great meeting spot.

DiMillo’s Floating Restaurant
772-2216
25 Long Wharf
www.dimillos.com
Serving fresh seafood, steaks, Italian, specializing in lobster, with harbor view.

Dock Fore
772-8619
336 Fore Street
One of the oldest neighborhood pubs in the best neighborhood! Since 1980. Happy hour 3-7 daily.

Dry Dock Restaurant & Tavern
774-3550
84 Commercial Street
Fresh seafood, outside dining & raw bar.

Eve’s Restaurant at Portland Harbor Hotel
775-9090
468 Fore Street
American cuisine attentively served in a casual but elegant setting. Please your pallet with innovative breakfast, lunch and dinner- 4 1/2 stars by the Portland Press Herald.

Federal Spice
774-6404
225 Federal Street
Good & groovy wraps. Monday-Saturday, 11a.m.- 9 p.m.

Fore Play Sports Pub
780-1111
436 Fore Street
Lively downtown nightlife.

Fuji Restaurant
773-2900
29 Exchange St.
Best sushi & Japanese steak house in New England

Fuller’s Gourmet Choclates and Ice Cream
253-8010
432 Fore Street
Homemade chocolates and ice cream, special orders are welcome.

Gilbert’s Chowder House
871-5636
92 Commercial Street
Fresh Maine seafood & homemade chowders served in a casual atmosphere.

Granny’s Burritos
761-0751
420 Fore Street
The Old Port’s healthy alternative. Functional food for functional folks.

Gritty McDuff’s Brew Pub
772-2739
396 Fore Street
www.grittys.com
Maine’s original brew pub serving traditional pub fare and real ales brewed on premise.

Hi Bombay
772-8767
1 Pleasant Street
Northern Indian cuisine, chicken halal special, lamb & seafood.

The Iguana
871-5886
52 Wharf Street
A fun, lively place with a wide selection of tap & bottle beer & frozen drinks.

Industry Nightclub
879-0865
50 Wharf Street
Open Friday and Saturday night 10pm to 3am for 18+. Contemporary dance, hip hop, and house

JavaNet Café
773-2469
37 Exchange Street
Portland's only Internet coffee house serving soups, fresh pastries & baked goods.

Joxie Eats
879-1962
111 Middle Street
Morning coffee & eats, homemade focaccia, soups, salads, & sandwiches for lunch. Eat in-Takeout-Delivery.

Liquid Blue
774-9595
444 Fore Street
The Old Port’s only real dance club, featuring 80’s retro, house, hip hop, and top 40 hits. Never a cover before 10.

Lucaya
773-2215
205 Commercial Street
Offering Caribbean cuisine.

Mariner’s Church Banquet Center
774-7016
368 Fore Street
www.oldporttavern.com
Weddings, receptions, meetings, cocktail, dinner, Christmas & birthday parties.

Market Street Eats
773-3135
30 Market Street
Fresh fast foods.

The Mercury
879-4007
416 Fore Street
Come enjoy delicious martinis, wine and cocktails, great atmosphere and ambiance, and fantastic DJs and live music.

Mister Bagel
774-8704
10 Moulton Street
Bagels, coffee & deli sandwiches.

Molly’s Steakhouse & Irish Pub
761-4094
46 Market Street
Featuring 1/2 price entrees Tuesdays, Tuesday-Sunday happy hour, Sunday brunch. Closed Mondays.

Nappi’s Bar & Grill
871-8030
94 Commercial Street
Stop by for great food, relaxed atmosphere, & a round of pool.

Natasha’s
541-3663
82 Exchange Street
Inspired new world cuisine. Local meats, seafood & produce.

The Oasis
756-8787
42 Wharf Street
Largest outdoor patio in the Old Port. Tiki bar atmosphere on the first floor, and up scale dance club on the second floor.

Old Port Billiards
774-3444
368 Fore Street
www.oldporttavern.com
Full lunch & dinner menu. Downstairs entertainment.

Old Port Candy Co.
772-0600
422 Fore Street
Fresh homemade fudge, gourmet chocolate, & over 100 old & new favorites!

Old Port Sandwich Shop
773-9078
89 Market Street
Delicious breakfasts & lunches: roll-ups & Italian sandwiches, coffee, teas, sodas & snacks. 7-5 M-F.

Old Port Tavern
774-0444
11 Moulton Street
www.oldporttavern.com
Full lunch & dinner menu, serving 11:30- 9:30. Karaoke Sunday-Thursday. Live bands Friday & Saturday.

O’Naturals
321-2050
83 Exchange Street
Providing delicious, quick, natural and organic foods. Everything is available for takeout, and selected items are available by the pound.

Oriental Table Restaurant
775-3388
106 Exchange Street
Szechwan, Hunan, Cantonese, vegetarian, seafood. Family atmosphere. Dine-in or take-out. No MSG.

The Pavilion
773-6422
188 Middle Street
www.portlandatnight.net
Upscale banquet facility & nightclub on Wednesday and Saturdays. The elegant choice for weddings, corporate functions and fundraisers.

Perfetto
828-0001
28 Exchange Street
Mediterranean with a new world flair, fresh seafood, inviting pasta & a superior wine list.

Plush
774-9595
446 Fore Street 2nd Fl
Spoil yourslef in lavish surroundings at our wine/champagne and martini lounge. Play billards or lounge on the leather sofas and more.

Portland Coffee Roasting Co.
772-9044
111 Commercial Street
Traditional European coffee shop.

Portland Greengrocer
761-9232
211 Commercial Street
Fresh fruits & vegetables, bakery, cheese, wine & many imported specialties.

Rosie’s Restaurant & Pub
772-5656
330 Fore Street
Best food, best prices in the Old Port with 17 reviews to prove it!

The Roxy
773-6422
188 Middle Street
Night club.

Ruby’s Choice Inc.
773-9099
127 Commercial Street
Help yourself to the self-serve toppings bar, homemade rolls & freshly ground angus beef at competitive prices.

Sail Loft Tavern
772-0909
123 Commercial Street
Locals tavern with unique atmosphere. Serving hotdogs, pizza and occasionally local seafood.

Sapporo Restaurant
772-1233
230 Commercial Street (Union Wharf)
Japanese cuisine & sushi bar. Dining room-Takeout-Catering. Open 7 days.

Sebago Brewing Co.
775-2337
164 Middle Street
www.sebagobrewing.com
Relax on our patio enjoying fresh beer, seafood & steaks.

Siam City Cafe
773-8389
339 Fore Street 4103
www.siamcitycafe.com
Delicious Old Port Thai food.

Silver House Tavern
772-9885
342 Fore Street
Local tavern open from 6 a.m.-close. Karaoke nights Thursday-Saturday.

Smoothie King
780-0900
15 Temple Street
Smoothie Bar and Nutritional Lifestyle Center.

Soffritto Creative Italian
253-8001
29 Wharf Street
Friendly, affordable and informal. Just the place to sit back, relax and laugh out loud with friends or family.

Sophia’s Italian Bakery
879-1869
81 Market Street
Artisanal Italian bread & pastry- artwork by the baker!

Starbucks Coffee Company
761-2797
176 Middle Street
www.starbucks.com
Serving coffee, tea, espresso drinks & pastries in a comfortable setting.

Street & Co.
775-0887
33 Wharf Street
Mediterranean seafood bistro-style restaurant.

Tandoor Restaurant
775-4259
88 Exchange Street
www.tandoormaine.com
Flavorful, palate-pleasing fare voted Best Indian Restaurant. Takeout & catering available.

Three Dollar Dewey’s
772-3310
241 Commercial Street
www.3dollardeweys.com
Pub, hearty fare, 48 different kinds of beer. Live entertainment.

Tic Tac O
773-8226
1 City Center
Fast food Mexican restaurant serving lunch only, Monday-Friday.

Una Wine Bar & Lounge
828-0300
505 Fore Street
7 nights. Best of Martini Bar ‘02! Smoke free with patio.

Walter’s Cafe
871-9258
15 Exchange Street
www.walterscafe.com
An eclectic menu makes this trendy Portland restaurant very popular.

The Wine Bar
773-6667
38 Wharf Street
New selections of by-the-glass wine nightly, delicious pizzas & fabulous desserts. Comfortable & casual.


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GALLERIES & MUSEUMS

ARTS DISTRICT

Artifacts
828-0028
602 Congress Street
Expert picture framing, handmade gilded frames, unique selection of 19th-20th century fine art.

Aucocisco at the Eastland Park Hotel
775-2227
157 High Street
www.aucocisco.com
Solo & group show changing monthly. Representing mature & emerging Maine artists.

Aucocisco Gallery
874-2060
615 A Congress Street
www.aucocisco.com
Showcasing mature & emerging Maine artists in month-long solo shows.

C.W. White Gallery
871-7282
656 Congress Street
www.cw-white-gallery.com
Art gallery and art related consultation.

Children's Museum of Maine
828-1234
142 Free St. P.O. Box 4041
www.kitetails.com
Inspiring discovery & imagination through exploration & play.

Hay Gallery
773-2513
594 Congress Street 2nd Floor
www.haygallery.com
Contemporary fine art, sculpture, glass; across from Museum of Art.

Institute of Contemporary Art at MECA
879-5792
522 Congress Street
www.meca.edu
Leading-edge exhibitions & public programs that showcase new perspectives & trends in contemporary art.

June Fitzpatrick Gallery
772-1961
112 High Street AND MECA - 522 Congress St.
Features contemporary paintings, prints, drawings & sculptures by established artists & selected newcomers.

June Fitzpatrick Gallery at MECA
879-5742 x283
522 Congress Street
Fine Comtemporary Art, Drawings, Paintings, Prints and Sculpture.

Mainely Frames & Gallery
828-0031
534 Congress Street
www.mainelyart.com
Featuring works by Bill Harrison, 2002 Artist Of the Year. Sponsoring local artists.

The Museum of African Tribal Art
871-7188
122 Spring Street
www.africantribalartmuseum.org
World-class collection of tribal masks & artifacts representing over 1,000 years of African history.

Portland Fire Museum
767-3826
157 Spring Street
Artifacts, photographs & other memorabilia documenting Portland's history of fire service.

Portland Museum of Art
775-6148
7 Congress Square
www.portlandmuseum.org
Fine & decorative arts from the 18th century to the present housed in an award winning building designed by I.M. Pei & Partners. Works by Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, and Andrew Wyeth.

Space
828-5600
538 Congress Street
Space is a nonprofit organization that showcases unconventional and non commercial works in all media.

Terrazzo Studio and Gallery
871-0075
148 High Street
A working art studio and gallery featuring works by Missy Asen, Jennifer Fyles Potthoff and visiting artists.

OLD PORT

Abacus American Craft Gallery
772-4880
44 Exchange Street
www.abacusgallery.com
Featuring the Abacus calendar & the best American craft & jewelry designers since 1971.

Du’e
879-1869
81 Market Street
A painters gallery.

Emerson Books, Antique Maps & Art Gallery
874-2665
18 Exchange Street
Antique maps, art gallery, unique cards, books old & new, great prices.

Fore Street Gallery
366 Fore Street
874-8084/877-874-8084
www.forestreetgallery.com
Original works of fine art, photography & limited edition prints.

Gallery Seven
761-7007
49 Exchange Street
www.galleryseven.com
Premier Old Port location for fine contemporary crafts & exclusive gifts.

Greenhut Galleries
772-2693
146 Middle Street
www.greenhutgalleries.com
Art Gallery representing Maine's finest contemporary artists/custom framing.

Jameson Gallery & Frame
772-5522
305 Commercial Street
www.jamesongallery.com
Assisting clients in the selection & care of fine paintings & frames for a decade.

Kennedy Studios
772-8766
42 Exchange Street
www.kennedystudiosmaine.com
Art, print, & custom framing gallery, art cards & t-shirts.

Lyn Snow Watercolors
773-5252
87 Market Street
Original watercolors that reflect the mood and essence of flowers.

R.N. Cohen / Exchange Street Gallery
772-0633
425 Fore Street
www.rncohen.com or www.exchangestreetgallery.com
Paintings & limited editions of Portland & coastal Maine.

SALT Gallery
761-0660
110 Exchange Street
www.salt.edu
View the best works of Salt students & alumni, as well as professional documentary writers & photographers. Free admission.

Stein Gallery Contemporary Glass
772 9072
195 Middle Street
www.steinglass.com
Dynamic pieces by national glass artists- functional & decorative work & magnificent jewelry.


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POINTS OF INTEREST

ARTS DISTRICT

Center for Maine History
774-1822
489 Congress Street
www.mainehistory.org
Features changing exhibitions on Maine history. Unique gifts and books.

City Hall
874-8300
389 Congress Street
www.ci.portland.me.us
Designed in the grande French Hotel de Ville style; houses Merill Auditorium and the 1912 Kotzschmar organ.

First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church
773-5747
425 Congress Street
This historical landmark is the oldest stone building in the state of Maine. Open for services and by appointment.

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
772-1807
Longfellow Square
Bronze statue of poet by native sculptor Franklin Simmons.

Longfellow House
772-1807
487 Congress Street
Childhood home of famed 19th Century poet Henry Wadsorth Longfellow, built in 1786. Open June-October and Christmas holiday.

Portland Soldiers and Sailor's Monument
Monument Square
Monument sculpted by Franklin Simmons, dedicated in 1891 to Portland soldiers & sailors who served in the Civil War

OLD PORT

Customs House
780-3326
312 Fore Street
Built after the Great Fire of 1866 that leveled most of the city. Still in use by Customs Service and the Coast Guard.

Portland Fish Exchange
773-0017
6 Portland Fish Pier
www.portlandfishexchange.com
The region's largest full display auction of fresh fish from the Gulf of Maine

Whale Wall
Maine State Pier/Commercial Street
450-foot long waterfront mural by famous artist Robert Wyland.


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HOTELS

ARTS DISTRICT

Eastland Park Hotel
775-5411
157 High Street
www.eastlandparkhotel.com
Portland's first lady of hospitality, located in the heart of downtown.

Holiday Inn by the Bay
775-2311
88 Spring Street
www.innbythebay.com
Stay with us, park free & walk to the Old Port.

Oak Leaf Inn
773-7882
51 A Oak Street P.O. Box 4211
www.oakleafinn.com
Stay within walking distance of shops, museums, restaurants & the waterfront.

OLD PORT

Portland Harbor Hotel
775-9090
468 Fore Street
www.portlandharborhotel.com
Experience Old Port charm, distinctive details & impeccable service.

Portland Regency Hotel
800-727-3436
20 Milk Street
www.theregency.com
Portland's premiere hotel, in the heart of the Old Port.


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SERVICES

ARTS DISTRICT

Bang! Cut and Color
774-8383
659 Congress Street

City Style Hair Salon
828-1320
One Monument Way
Relaxed, comfortable atmosphere with friendly, knowledgeable, experienced stylists.

Cut Above
774-7450
604 Congress Street
Walk-ins welcome

CVS
774-6984
510 Congress Street
www.cvs.com
Personal care, household needs, gifts, photo center & pharmacy. Open every day.

Cyber Seniors
775-5540
One Monument Way
www.cyberseniors.org
E-home away from home. Check email, surf, computer educational opportunities.

Epiphany
774-5400
477 Congress Street
All aspects hair care, color, manicures, pedicures & massage therapy.

Economic Development Center
874-8683
389 Congress Street
Free and confidential comprehensive business development programs and services to streamline doing business in Portland.

Fotoshops
773-6461
517 Congress Street
Quality traditional & digital photo finishing.

Hair Update
774-1767
57 Oak Street
Have a fresh look from Hair Update.

Haircuts Plus
828-4923
547 Congress Street
www.haircutsplus.com
Super, fabulous cuts for less. Awesome customer service!

Hairlines for Men
774-0347
14 Free Street
Serving the corporate male clientele since 1980.

Harmon's & Barton's Flowers
774-5946
584 Congress Street
www.harmonsbartons.com
Voted the best flower shop in Portland by the Casco Bay Weekly Market Surveys of America. Top 100 FTD shop in the country.

Howell Photography
780-8220
477 Congress Street
Commercial photography & imaging services for the catalog & direct mail industry worldwide.

Kinko's
773-3177
50 Monument Square
www.kinkos.com
Open 24 hours, digital printing, FedEx, computer rental, binding, presentations

L.A. Nails
774-7230
494 Congress Street
Portland's place for beautiful nail art.

Mane Attraction
775-2865
559 Congress Street
Specializing in precision haircutting for men & women.

Minuteman Press
774-5170
571 Congress Street
Offset printing, black & white digital copies, bindery, fax service.

Nu U
774-2424
650 A Congress Street
Expert salon services in a fun & funky atmosphere at your convenience.

PIP Printing & Copy Center
774-0093
417 Congress Street
Our technology enables fast turnaround on a wide range of printing.

Port Tix
842-0800
Merrill Auditorium 389 Congress Street
www.porttix.com
The box office for Portland's Merril Auditorium, home of the PCA Great Performances and the Portland Symphony Orchestra.

Portland Phoenix
773-8900
482 Congress Street Suite 501
www.portlandphoenix.com
Portland's largest alternative weekly news, arts & entertainment authority.

Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram
791-6650
390 Congress Street
www.pressherald.com
Maine's leading newspaper, nationally recognized for top quality journalism.

Portland's Downtown District(PDD)
772-6828
94 Free Street
www.portlandmaine.com
Leader and facilitator in the support and promotion of the economic vitality of downtown Portland.

Salon Burke
773-3100
550 Congress Street
Experience an Aveda concept salon- Never go back to ordinary!

Sawyer and Co. Florists
775-5411
Eastland Park Hotel 157 High Street
90 years in business, voted Portland's #1 florist. Local & worldwide delivery.

Senior Citizens Barber Shop
773-4347
664 Congress Street
Open 7:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Six days a week.

Shahnaz Hair Studio
773-6363
490 Congress Street
Offering cutting-edge styling, tanning, & a wide variety of products.

Southern Maine Optical
774-3991
616 Congress Street
Local wholesale optical lab.

Toni's Touch
879-1191
547 Congress Street
Hair salon specializing in ethnic hair, extensions, and wigs.

OLD PORT

Accent Travel
775-6763
136 Commercial Street
www.accenttravel.com
Full service travel agency specializing in cruises & tours

Adorn Complete Nail & Skin Care
253-6090
One Union Street
Full service nail & skin care salon.

Akari Hair Care/Day Spa
772-9060
468 Fore Street
www.akarihairspa.com
Featuring Portland's finest professionals for all your body care needs.

Amore
774-1774
345 Fore Street
An Old Port hair salon for all your hair & skin care needs.

Bay Club
772-5444
1 City Center
www.bayclubfitness.com
Excellent fitness facility with state-of-the-art equipment! Voted 2001 Best health club in Portland by Casco Bay Weekly.

Bob's Barber Shop
774-2872
342 Fore Street
One barber, no waiting!

Caribbean Villas & Resorts Management Co.
871-1129
136 Commercial Street
www.caribbeanvilla.com
Largest & finest selection of vacation rentals & villas for your Caribbean travels.

Casco Bay Eye Care
773-2020
152 Middle Street
Three optometrists, eye exams, extensive frame & contact lens selection.

Casco Variety
773-4299
96 Commercial Street
Great selection of sandwiches, Maine microbrews, wines & other beverages- Best turkey BLT's around!

City Center News
773-4712
1 City Center
Convenience store with greeting cards, tobacco, candy & beverages. Pick-up/drop-off dry cleaning.

City Slickers Hair Salon
774-1235
334 Fore Street
Small, personal salon specializing in cuts, color & highlights for men & women.

Convention & Visitors Bureau of Greater Portland
772-5800
245 Commercial Street 1st Floor
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