In 2019, the Portland Museum of Art continued their expansion into neighboring landmarks when they purchased the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine. Since the theatre was founded in 1923 and the museum in 1976, they have been dedicated to educating, inspiring and entertaining Portland’s youth. There are three floors of interactive displays designed to delight the minds of children. Since 1830, this building has housed a Baptist church and the Portland Chamber of Commerce before the Children’s Museum moved here in 1993.