PORTLAND — The Maine Historical Society will celebrate the birthday of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow with a party at 10 a.m. Feb. 25. The party includes readings of Longfellow poems by Maine Public Broadcasting’s Irwin Gratz, a reading of “Paul Revere’s Ride” by former state representative Herb Adams, craft activities and a birthday cake.

The poet’s actual birthday was Feb. 27, 1807.

At 1 p.m., Charles Kaufman, artistic director of the Longfellow Chorus, will present an illustrated lecture, “Longfellow and Bull: The Poet and the Virtuoso.” It explores the poet’s friendship with Norwegian violinist Ole Bull, who performed for kings, queens and presidents.

The program is free and open to the public. Maine Historical is at 489 Congress St., Portland. For information, all 774-1822 or visit mainehistory.org.