Construction and Preservation Highlights
McLellan House
- The roof, walls, and floors have been reinforced in a manner that does not disturb the original and historically significant construction
- The flying staircase and second floor balcony have been discreetly and firmly reinforced
- A new and unobtrusive addition with stairways and an elevator allow complete access to all floors of both buildings
- Plumbing has been replaced, and modern restrooms installed
- Woodwork and walls have been repaired as necessary while conserving historic elements
- A basement service corridor linking both buildings has been created
- Historically-appropriate finishes?paint, wallpapers, and floor coverings?have restored the interior to its original Federal-era splendor
L. D. M. Sweat Memorial Galleries
- The skylight system has been fully restored and equipped with adjustable shading systems to protect artwork from ultraviolet light
- The interior stone walls of the Rotunda were cleaned and repointed, and the terrazzo floors repaired, renewed, and polished
- New plaster veneer was added to the gallery walls
- The lower level was refurnished to accommodate expanded classroom studio spaces
Both Buildings: House and Galleries
- Automatic concealed sprinkler systems were installed
- New heating and air conditioning systems were installed, and insulation and/or vapor barriers added where necessary
- Electrical systems have been rewired and modernized
- Exterior masonry and chimneys were repaired and/or repointed
- Exterior patio and access areas as well as stone balustrades, walls, and paving have been cleaned and restored
Charles Shipman Payson Building
- A new roof was installed on the building
- A new phone system was integrated into the three buildings
- A new fire detection system was installed
Museum Information
The Portland Museum of Art is located at Seven Congress Square in downtown Portland. The Museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday. Memorial Day through Columbus Day, the Museum is open on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Museum admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students with I.D., $4 for youth ages 6 to 17, and children under 6 are free. The Museum is free on Friday evenings from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Museum Cafe and Store. For more information, call (207) 775-6148. Web site www.portlandmuseum.org.