Last updated: 5/6/2015
South Portland, Maine
Street Address
50 Peary TerraceSouth Portland, ME 04106
Mailing Address
27 Kavanaugh RoadOld Orchard Beach, ME 04064

Hours

May 1st to October 11th
Sunday, Tuesday - Saturday
11 AM - 5 PM
Monday
closed
October 12th to April 30th
Sunday, Saturday
11 AM - 5 PM
Will open anytime during the winter on request.

Admissions

Free

Staff

Lee Humiston
phone: 207-767-8227
Description

Through authentic artifacts, displayed in a variety of formats throughout the museum, viewers can bear witness to the experiences and sacrifices of past members of our Armed Forces.

Museum exhibits cover every aspect of military service from the Revolutionary War to Afghanistan and Iraq. The primary focus is on American Prisoners of War (POWs) from our own Civil War up to the Vietnam Conflict.

It is not a glorification of war, but a tribute to those who have served in the military, during peacetime and in war. It is also a place to honor those who have paid the ultimate price while serving the state of Maine and our nation over the years.

Mission

The mission of the museum is to teach today's and future generations the true meaning of "SERVICE ABOVE SELF".

Artifact Collections

The museum displays artifacts and uniforms from the revolutionary war through current day conflicts with a special concentration on prisoner of war artifacts. Additional collections include:

weapons
flags
patches
magazines
newpapers
models of military craft
Educational Programs

The museum sponsors student tours of the facility as well as teacher and pupil education programs.

Facilities

Included in the museum is a function hall that is available for rent and is frequently used for veteran functions such as medal awards ceremonies.

Auditoriums
Lecture Halls
Performance Areas
Services
Special Event Rental
ADA

Accessible facility with no stairs.

Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Restrooms
Exhibitions
Museum Events
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West Virginia Association of Museums 2024 Conference

June 6 - 8, 2024

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South Carolina Federation of Museums 2024 Conference

September 16 - 18, 2024

Laurens, South Carolina

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