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

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $39.00

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Sat 21 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)

enchantedbroccoli

Apr 2022

This tour was such a great experience! Dugan is a wealth of knowledge and knows how to share it in an engaging and entertaining way. I live in Portland and it was fascinating to walk down streets I inhabit everyday and learn so many interesting details about my own city! I'm seeing things in a whole new light now. Looking forward to taking the other tour subject offerings as well!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

I often hear from guests that they experience Portland's streets, buildings, and wharves in a whole new way after taking a walking tour. It seems like you got bit by the bug yourself! Looking forward to seeing you on the Black History Tour or the Hidden Histories Tour.

JTMongooey123

Apr 2022

This was BY FAR the most enjoyable walking tour I've done of any city. Dugan is extremely personable with an insanely large catalog of stories and facts to share. I will definitely attend another one of his tours when I have the chance!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

I'm honored. Thank you for sharing your review. I look forward to talking you on another tour!

JoshRPWM

Apr 2022

Dugan provides an excellent walking tour and has a deep historical understanding of our city. I attended the Women's history tour on March 20th with a few friends. We learned a lot and laughed a lot - would absolutely recommend it. I look forward to joining one of his other tours again Asap.

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Some history is jaw-dropping and some is gut-busting, am I right? Thanks for participating in a fun tour.