Maine native Kate Lemos McHale has worked in historic preservation in New York City for more than 20 years.
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Maine preservation group lists former children’s museum among most endangered places
The building at 142 Free St. is slated for demolition as part of a major expansion by the neighboring Portland Museum of Art.
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See the world from artist Peggy Bacon’s satirical view at 2 shows in Maine
The 20th-century caricature artist, whose work appeared in The New Yorker and Vanity Fair, spent the end of her life in southern Maine.
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Opinion: PMA’s plans reflect vision of art for all
The museum’s Blueprint expansion was borne of community involvement, a love of art and a commitment to making it available to as many as possible.
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How Jeremy Frey changed the way the art world sees Wabanaki basketmaking
The Maine artist’s solo show at the Portland Museum of Art – the first of its kind – represents a new perception of the art form.
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Greater Portland Landmarks sues city to prevent demolition of Free Street building
The preservation nonprofit is seeking to overturn a City Council vote in May that allows the Portland Museum of Art to demolish the former Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine.
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Jeremy Frey’s transcendent baskets are the definition of fine art
A Portland Museum of Art exhibit of the Passamaquoddy basket weaver’s works is the first of its kind for a Wabanaki artist.
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Now that the city has ruled on the former children’s museum, what happens next?
What we know about the Portland Museum of Art’s expansion plans, a potential lawsuit from Greater Portland Landmarks and the certification of the Congress Street Historic District.
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Opinion: PMA vote an affront to city boards and councilors’ oaths
The six councilors who voted to allow the demolition of 142 Free St. show disrespect and an unwillingness to uphold the law.
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Letter: The art of consideration and compromise
I write to commend the Portland City Council for listening thoughtfully to both the Portland Museum of Art and Greater Portland Landmarks and making a decision based on what it believes is in the best long-term interest of Portland. The PMA and GPL made compelling arguments for their positions, and neither deserves to be vilified […]