Wadsworth–Longfellow House
The Wadsworth-Longfellow House is best known as the childhood home of the celebrated American poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. In the maritime city of Portland, Longfellow grew to adulthood and began the writing career that would bring him international renown. Elementary through high school groups are invited to explore the home on a guided tour and examine the connections between Longfellow's childhood, family life and city life in the mid-nineteenth century, and the poetry Longfellow created. Various additional interpretive programs are available for elementary through high school. Customized visits providing a rich experience of the multifaceted history of Maine and beyond are available for College groups.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies, Language Arts.
topics covered:
American History, Great Depression, Heritage, Literature, World War I, World War II, Architecture, Crafts, Writing.
contact info
Name: Kathleen Neumann.
Phone: 207-774-1822 ext. 214.
Email: [email protected]
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ABOUT
Wadsworth-Longfellow House
The Wadsworth–Longfellow House was the first house museum in Maine to be opened to the public. Within its walls lived three generations of one remarkable family that made significant contributions to the political, literary, and cultural life of New England and the United States. Furnishings illustrate changes in style, technology, and attitude over the 19th century. The house is also an important architectural artifact of New England's past. Originally a two-story structure with a pitched roof, it was the first wholly brick dwelling in Portland. Behind the house is a secluded Colonial Revival style garden, an oasis of green and quiet in the heart of downtown.
contact info
Hrs: Vary, By appointment.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
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The Wadsworth-Longfellow House is best known as the childhood home of the celebrated American poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. In the maritime city of Portland, Longfellow grew to adulthood and began the writing career that would bring him international renown. Elementary through high school groups are invited to explore the home on a guided tour and examine the connections between Longfellow's childhood, family life and city life in the mid-nineteenth century, and the poetry Longfellow created. Various additional interpretive programs are available for elementary through high school.
supports scout badges in:
Social Studies, Art.
topics covered:
American History, Great Depression, Heritage, Literature, World War I, World War II, Architecture, Crafts, Writing.
contact info
Name: Kathleen Neumann.
Phone: 207-774-1822 ext. 214.
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Wadsworth-Longfellow House
The Wadsworth–Longfellow House was the first house museum in Maine to be opened to the public. Within its walls lived three generations of one remarkable family that made significant contributions to the political, literary, and cultural life of New England and the United States. Furnishings illustrate changes in style, technology, and attitude over the 19th century. The house is also an important architectural artifact of New England's past. Originally a two-story structure with a pitched roof, it was the first wholly brick dwelling in Portland. Behind the house is a secluded Colonial Revival style garden, an oasis of green and quiet in the heart of downtown.
contact info
Hrs: Vary, By appointment.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
View Lesson Plan>>Wadsworth–Longfellow House
The Wadsworth-Longfellow House is best known as the childhood home of the celebrated American poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. In the maritime city of Portland, Longfellow grew to adulthood and began the writing career that would bring him international renown. Elementary through high school groups are invited to explore the home on a guided tour and examine the connections between Longfellow's childhood, family life and city life in the mid-nineteenth century, and the poetry Longfellow created. Various additional interpretive programs are available for elementary through high school.
topics covered:
American History, Great Depression, Heritage, Literature, World War I, World War II, Architecture, Crafts, Writing.
contact info
Name: Kathleen Neumann.
Phone: 207-774-1822 ext. 214.
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Wadsworth-Longfellow House
The Wadsworth–Longfellow House was the first house museum in Maine to be opened to the public. Within its walls lived three generations of one remarkable family that made significant contributions to the political, literary, and cultural life of New England and the United States. Furnishings illustrate changes in style, technology, and attitude over the 19th century. The house is also an important architectural artifact of New England's past. Originally a two-story structure with a pitched roof, it was the first wholly brick dwelling in Portland. Behind the house is a secluded Colonial Revival style garden, an oasis of green and quiet in the heart of downtown.
contact info
Hrs: Vary, By appointment.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
View Lesson Plan>>Wadsworth–Longfellow House
The Wadsworth-Longfellow House is best known as the childhood home of the celebrated American poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. In the maritime city of Portland, Longfellow grew to adulthood and began the writing career that would bring him international renown. Elementary through high school groups are invited to explore the home on a guided tour and examine the connections between Longfellow's childhood, family life and city life in the mid-nineteenth century, and the poetry Longfellow created. Various additional interpretive programs are available for elementary through high school.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies, Language Arts.
topics covered:
American History, Great Depression, Heritage, Literature, World War I, World War II, Architecture, Crafts, Writing.
contact info
Name: Kathleen Neumann.
Phone: 207-774-1822 ext. 214.
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Wadsworth-Longfellow House
The Wadsworth–Longfellow House was the first house museum in Maine to be opened to the public. Within its walls lived three generations of one remarkable family that made significant contributions to the political, literary, and cultural life of New England and the United States. Furnishings illustrate changes in style, technology, and attitude over the 19th century. The house is also an important architectural artifact of New England's past. Originally a two-story structure with a pitched roof, it was the first wholly brick dwelling in Portland. Behind the house is a secluded Colonial Revival style garden, an oasis of green and quiet in the heart of downtown.
contact info
Hrs: Vary, By appointment.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
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