Portland Museum of Art, Art museum in Downtown Portland, United States
The Portland Museum of Art is an art museum in downtown Portland that occupies multiple connected buildings, including the historic McLellan House. Its collections feature American, European, and contemporary artworks spanning three centuries of artistic development.
The museum was founded in 1882 as a small art institution and grew steadily into Maine's largest public art museum over the following decades. Continuous expansion and acquisitions allowed the collection to develop significantly.
The museum displays works by artists from Maine, connecting regional artistic practice with broader movements in contemporary and historical art. You can see how local perspectives are woven into exhibitions alongside international influences and traditions.
The museum is located at Congress Square in the downtown area and offers guided tours, special exhibitions, and educational programs. Friday evenings extend until 8 PM, giving visitors extra time to explore the collections at the end of the week.
The museum holds major works by Winslow Homer, an artist who lived and worked at nearby Prouts Neck. This strong connection to the painter's local roots makes it a significant place to see his artistic legacy.
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