Victoria Mansion, also known as the Morse-Libby House, is the finest example of residential design from the pre-Civil War era in America. With …
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Oct 24, 2024
We were there while the mansion was being actively maintained. It was beautiful. It was so nice to see a true historical hike with true furnishings, cracks, and honest tour guides. We really enjoyed … Full review by Sally B
Sep 17, 2024
The exterior isn't that much to look at, but enter those big doors and WOW! There were guides in each area and they were knowledgeable and knew the history of the house and the people who once lived… Full review by Susan D
Aug 15, 2024
I am not generally a fan of Victorian-Era homes, but this well preserved mansion is quite nice. We took the self-guided tour. It was easy and informative. There are docents in each room able to answe… Full review by Mark P
Yes. The Mansion is open until October 31st. The Mansion closes on November 1 to decorate for the holidays and reopens in Black Friday through the first week in January.
I would like to visit with my family, we have a toddler and baby. Is it worth visiting or too difficult with little ones?
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If you have a stroller it would be "impossible" as far as I picture it. You have to climb 2 levels with stairs.... My husband, unfortunately, could not make it due to his usage of a …
If you have a stroller it would be "impossible" as far as I picture it. You have to climb 2 levels with stairs.... My husband, unfortunately, could not make it due to his usage of a cane. (there is NO elevator!) In any event enjoy your visit.
Has anyone been to both the Longfellow House and the Victoria Mansion in Portland, Maine? If so, how do they compare? If we have time to visit only one, which one would you recommend? Any insight on how to decide between these 2 house museums would be appreciated!
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Both the Wadsworth-Longfellow House and Victoria Mansion are exceptionally beautiful with tours available from May to October. They are dramatically different and show how …
Both the Wadsworth-Longfellow House and Victoria Mansion are exceptionally beautiful with tours available from May to October. They are dramatically different and show how the wealthy lived in bygone eras. The Wadsworth-Longfellow House is where Henry Wadsworth Longfellow grew up. It is the oldest standing building on the Portland peninsula dating back to the 1700's. It is furnished with the belongings of the two families and other articles from that era. There are two floors to see and hear about Henry and his family. Victoria Mansion was a summer home built in 1858. I think of it as Portland's "Downton Abbey" on a small scale. It is regal like the Victorian age. The furnishings belonged to the original owner Ruggles Sylvester Morse, a Portlander who made his fortune running hotels in New Orleans. The are both worth visiting. If you have to choose - choose the one that you would learn the most about. Longfellow House around the time of the American Revolution or Victoria Mansion in the Victorian Age of Europe. Enjoy your trip to Portland - there is so much to see and do!
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