Learn more about Portland, Maine
Originally called Machigonne (Great Neck) by the Native Americans who first inhabited it, Portland was established by the British in 1632 as a trading and fishing settlement and became a mecca for shipping and trading companies.
After the Great Fire of 1866 leveled the city for the fourth time, Portland was completely rebuilt during the Victorian era and has maintained much of its 19th century architecture and flavor.
There are plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy from morning to night, rain or shine, on land or by sea... you will be amazed by the plentiful options the Greater Portland region offers.
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Things to do in and around Portland, Maine
Handy list of Restaurants near the Student Summit event hotel
Originally called Machigonne (Great Neck) by the Native Americans who first inhabited it, Portland was established by the British in 1632 as a trading and fishing settlement and became a mecca for shipping and trading companies.
After the Great Fire of 1866 leveled the city for the fourth time, Portland was completely rebuilt during the Victorian era and has maintained much of its 19th century architecture and flavor.
There are plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy from morning to night, rain or shine, on land or by sea... you will be amazed by the plentiful options the Greater Portland region offers.
By Request: Maine-native Sarah Dawkins' LIST!
Things to do in and around Portland, Maine
Handy list of Restaurants near the Student Summit event hotel
