2 Hours | Portland Women's History Walking Tour

Overview

Running the factories or running for office, Portland women boldly shaped our city’s culture while continually moving the country toward equal rights. Hear stories of women who achieved remarkable things, like the Indigenous Penobscot performer who reframed immigration policy, the Chinese immigrant and laundress who won American Mother of the Year, the white tavern keeper who went up against the British Navy, and the enslaved Black maid who abolished slavery statewide. Experience the charm and depth of a city that was almost lost were it not for the impact of women’s collective energy and passion.

Stories are told with heart, humor, and humanity by locally-raised and exceedingly-excited tour guide, Dugan Murphy. See museums, stately row houses, soaring churches, regal Federal-style mansions, and other landmarks on this 2-hour guided walking tour over 1.3 miles in Portland's Arts District and West End neighborhood.

City: Portland

Tue 17 Sep

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Starting at $39.00

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Tue 17 Sep

Starting at $39.00

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What's Included

Two hour fully narrated guided tour.

Donation toward restoring the Abyssinian Meeting House, America's third-oldest standing Black church

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pets are not allowed on tours unless medically required.
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Masks are optional, but encouraged for non-vaccinated guests. You should bring a face covering in the event your tour group is invited inside a historic building for an impromptu visit or for use if you’d like while walking outside.

What To Expect

Arts District

We'll stroll through the Congress Street Historic District, learning women's stories along the way. *Highlights include:* Portland City Hall, First Parish Church, Portland High School, Monument Square, Portland Public Library, Time and Temperature Building, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow House, Arts District, Mechanics’ Hall, Congress Square, Eastland Hotel

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (28)

sradis

Nov 2022

Dugan was a good storyteller and was full of information. The tour had a nice pace and lots of fun times and amazing facts. I definitely recommend this tour! Do it!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Amazing is right. How much has been achieved by the women of Portland's past! Thank you for choosing this tour of the Arts District and West End. And thank you for writing a review!

459daynal

Sep 2022

Dugan was a wonderful guide… many fascinating stories of women throughout the centuries. I would strongly recommend this tour. Be aware that you will be on your feet, walking and standing for a full two hours.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thanks for the review! My hometown's history is rich with amazing and inspiring female figures who have built this city up, founded its institutions, and preserved its most cherished landmarks, among other accomplishments. Thanks for taking a walk with me through Portland's vibrant Arts District!

Q622GCjo

Sep 2022

Generally not a fan of walking, tours, or male-identified experts talking at me. And yet this tour was a delight! Dugan brings a humility to the history and a strong framework around histories hidden by oppressive structures.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

These inspiring stories of amazing women in Portland's past really speak for themselves. I'm so happy to have been able to share these researched tales and beautiful Arts District landmarks with you. Thanks for taking my tour and writing a review!