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Continue your exploration of Portland’s waterfront legacy with an optional tour of the US Custom House on Fore Street. Begun in 1867, just after the Great Fire of 1866, this granite landmark was built to oversee one of the busiest harbors on the East Coast, and the US government still keeps offices inside today.
Led by Jeff Porter, Director of the U.S. Commercial Service in Portland, this 45-minute tour offers a closer look at a building most of us only see from the street. Whether you attend the evening program "A Monument to Commerce" or simply want to see the Custom House for yourself, you’re welcome to join us.
Portland Observatory and Greater Portland Landmarks design, Sea Bag Tote (Medium)
Limited Batched Availability.
Built in Maine from rugged, salvaged sailcloth, this medium tote carries the spirit of the coast. Each Sea Bag is cut, stitched, and finished by hand.
Roomy enough for a day on the water, a farmers market run, or the daily commute. Reinforced seams and sturdy rope handles stand up to heavy loads and hard use.
Details
Size: Medium
Small-batch quantities
Designed and Made in Maine
Share the unique experience of the Portland Observatory with someone you love by giving them a gift of a tour to the top!
Perfect for a birthday, Father’s/Mother’s Day, or just because, gift tickets to the Portland Observatory are an excellent gift for anyone. Gift vouchers are mailed to purchaser directly unless specified otherwise in the checkout process. Physical vouchers must be presented for to take the tour.
NOTE: Gift ticket vouchers are not intended to reserve space or for advance tickets for yourself. Personal use tour tickets can be purchased in -person at the Observatory during open hours.
5 Walks Through Portland is a package of neighborhood walking tour brochures, tailor-made to be family friendly guides to the rich history and architecture of Portland Maine. Brochures cover the Old Port, Congress Street, India Street, State Street, and Munjoy Hill. Each brochure gives a brief history of the area, suggested walking route, and details to specific sites one will see along the way.
Great for tourists and locals alike, each brochure is full color with eye catching graphics and photos prepared to intrigue even the most reluctant child (or adult) historian!
An insider’s look at Portland’s Custom House and why historic public buildings still matter.
Portland’s granite US Custom House, built after the 1866 Great Fire, fills a city block and holds vaults, dungeons, and ties to Joshua Chamberlain. Join Jeff Porter, Director of the U.S. Commercial Service in Portland, for an illustrated talk on how the building reflects Portland’s maritime economy and why historic public buildings still matter today.