Generally people don’t think of Portland, ME when they think of art. However, a trip to Portland without a visit to the Portland Museum of Art is incomplete. I believe the PMA is one of the most underrated attractions in the city.
The Collection
Whether art is “your thing” or not, the collection is so vast there’s something for everyone. From Impressionists Mary Cassatt and Claude Monet to American John Singer Sargent, there’s no shortage of representation from famous artist. Being a Maine museum, the PMA features Maine artists such as Dahlov Ipcar and the beloved Winslow Homer.
Take a quick look at the collection yourself!
Your Museum, Reimagined
The PMA launched the Your Museum, Reimagined campaign this year. A multiyear project, the campaign focuses on improved access and promises to “fundamentally change the way the public interacts with the PMA” according to director Mark Bessire. Check out the following video courtesy of the PMA for a closer look at their progressive developments.
Visit
Not convinced you should visit yet? The PMA features notable exhibitions on a rotating basis. I recently viewed an exclusive Matisse exhibit including the artist’s most private works and journals. Prior to that I saw a spectacular Andy Warhol exhibit featuring some of his most famous works, such as Campbell’s Soup Cans.
Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for students, but UNE students are free! The museum is also free Friday evenings from 4-8. Stop by while you’re checking out the First Friday Art Walk, a great way to truly experience the culture of Portland.
For more info, check out the Portland Press Herald‘s perspective on the PMA here.
