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

Fri 20 Sep

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Starting at $39.00

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Fri 20 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)

Maggie B

Aug 2022

Dugan shared fascinating stories of how women in Portland's history have overcome injustice and were curators of the historical buildings that we admire today. Highly recommend his tour!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

There are so many beautiful landmarks on this tour of the Arts District and West End. And it turns out there are inspiring women behind many of these important spaces and cultural institutions! I'm happy to hear you were as amazed as I am by my hometown's history. Thank you for the review!

NewYorkTraveldiva

Aug 2022

Dugan was a very friendly knowledgeable guide. I learnt a lot about the History of the women of Portland, ME. fascinating women who helped play a big role in the history of Portland Take the tour you will learn a lot of interesting things.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Like you, I am in awe of the historical achievements from women in Portland's past. I was honored to share with you this inspiring collection of stories from women of all types of backgrounds. Thank you for joining me and for writing a review!

kpride2022

Aug 2022

Surprising facts about a place we thought we knew all about-- prompted lots of conversation over lunch after the tour.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

I love leading the Women's History Tour because the collection of stories is so amazing. The Arts District and the West End will never look the same, right? Thank you for joining me on a walk through my hometown and than you for writing a review.