Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's Portland "the beautiful town that is seated by the sea," is as enchanting today as it was in the 19th century. You can enjoy an evening of professional theater, join concert-goers at the Portland Symphony Orchestra or tour historic homes, such as Longfellow's childhood home and the stately Victoria Mansion.

During summer, visitors enjoy harbor cruises, whale watches and boat trips to the nearby Calendar Islands in Casco Bay. In the winter months, you can ice skate at Deering Oaks Park or cross-country ski at nearby state parks. Regardless of the season, sandy beaches and rocky coasts are within a 15 minute drive and the town of Freeport, home of L.L. Bean and numerous outlet shops, is only 20 minutes away.

• The Portland Symphony Orchestra - Season calendar and ticket information.
• Stein Gallery Contemporary Glass - An important national gallery
  located in Portland's Old Port where you will find splendid, one
  of a kind pieces by nationally recognized glass artists.
• L.L. Bean - Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
• Casco Bay Online - Discover the sights and sounds of Casco Bay.
• Portland Press Herald - Portland, Maine's Sunday Telegram
• The Greater Portland Area Chamber of Commerce
• Portland Musem of Art - Western tradition in visual arts; with a
  special focus on Maine's own extraordinary artistic history.
• City of Portland Website - Discover what's unique about living
  and doing business in Portland, Maine.