Portland Museum, Louisville

Name: Portland Museum
Address: 2308 Portland Ave, Louisville, 40212-1036, United States
Telephone: +1 502-776-7678

#43 among attractions in Louisville

Museum, Specialty museum

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Facts and practical information

The Portland Museum is a neighborhood history and art museum in Louisville, Kentucky. It details the history of the Portland neighborhood both as an independent town in the early 1800s and after Portland's amalgamation into Louisville after the construction of the Portland Canal. ()

Coordinates: 38°16'10"N, 85°47'11"W

Address

2308 Portland AveCentral Louisville (Portland)Louisville 40212-1036 United States

Contact

+1 502-776-7678

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Day trips

Portland Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Portland Museum open?

Portland Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Portland Museum?

Nearby attractions include Shippingport, Louisville (14 min walk), Boone Square Park, Louisville (16 min walk), McAlpine Locks and Dam, Louisville (18 min walk), St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Louisville (20 min walk).

How to get to Portland Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Portland Museum:

Bus

Portland / Family Health Center • Lines: 22North, 99South (2 min walk)
Portland / 24th • Lines: 99South (2 min walk)