Watson JessicaLovers of beauty should definitely visit the Portland Museum of Art. The two-story building, where the museum is located, is a very interesting architectural monument. The permanent exposition presents the works of American and European artists from the 17th – 18th century to the present day. There are also temporary traveling exhibitions.
A lot of schoolchildren come to the museum, especially during vacations. They order group and individual guided tours and use the audio guide in English or other European languages. On the territory of the museum there are souvenir stores where you can buy miniature copies of the works of art presented in the exposition, as well as souvenirs with the state symbols. In addition, there are several cafes and free Wi-Fi internet access.
The Great Maine Museum
In addition to the art museum, the state has a history museum, or what is known as the Great Maine Museum. This place is sure to please antiquing enthusiasts. The exposition of the museum tells about the life and life of the inhabitants of the state of Maine, from time immemorial (when the state was inhabited by Native Americans) to the present day.
The exposition presents unique artifacts obtained during archaeological excavations: fragments of dishes, clothing, jewelry, reconstructions of ancient burials. It is also useful to familiarize with detailed plans of the most ancient settlements. There are unique reconstructions of everyday scenes from the life of the indigenous population of Maine.
Maritime museums
The sea plays a huge role in Maine life. It’s no wonder there is a Grand Maritime Museum, as well as a Lighthouse Museum. The Great Maritime Museum features models of ships made in Maine’s shipyards, as well as authentic nineteenth-century wooden structures. But the pride of the exhibit is a life-size model of the schooner Wyoming with six masts.
The museum books a group tour of the local shipyard. The town of Rockland is home to a unique lighthouse museum. It features exhibits of the most famous lighthouses in the United States. The tour guide tells visitors how the lighthouse is organized and what it is for, and also helps to understand the intricacies of lighthouse operation.
Peculiarities of the national cuisine
In the life of the state of Maine, a huge role is played by the fishing industry and agriculture. That is why the national cuisine is traditionally famous for seafood and vegetable dishes. As for vegetables, the main role is played by potatoes, since on the territory of the state there are many extensive potato plantations.
Potatoes from Maine are famous for their extraordinary flavor and are imported to all ends of America. And local fishermen supply lobsters and lobsters to cafes and restaurants every day. The hot lobster roll is considered the state’s calling card. In fast-food outlets try hamburgers with seafood. They are somewhat similar to the classic versions, only they have a more delicate flavor.