General Info

Welcome to Creative Portland, the City of Portland's go-to resource for all things in the ARTS. As the City of Portland's official arts agency, our mission is to elevate the artists, makers, and cultural institutions that make our city by the sea one of a kind. With a year-round population of 66,000, Portland is a growing New England innovation hub on the Atlantic Ocean, with miles of sparkling coastal shoreline, trails, craft breweries, award-winning restaurants, and a working waterfront, complete with lobsters and lighthouses.There's so much to see, feel, and love here, and we invite you to use our site to browse exciting events in art, music, dance, drama, and literary arts. Explore self-guided tours and discover resources for elevating your artistic practice. Plan ahead and pin favorites for cultural engagement.