Portland Harbor Museum

Portland Maritime History

Description

Maritime history and culture is hard to recreate outside of the boat, but the Portland Harbor Museum does quite a nice job of exploring through its collection, which includes the last surviving American clipper ship, the Snow Squall. The gift shop features regional artists' work, so it's a great spot to pick up some local wares for someone back at home. Head to the museum, which is adjacent to the Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse and inside the walls of old Fort Preble, to get a healthy whiff of fresh ocean air, take in the view from Casco Bay, and watch the boats come to harbor.