Friends of Congress Square Park
The premier urban park in the heart of Portland’s vibrant Arts District. The park features local art installations, community events, free wifi and more!
Get out of the house, meet neighbors and chat — all while keeping your hands busy (or not!). You can knit, crochet, draw, paint, make jewelry, sew, or any craft where you can carry your tools. And yes, come even if you are not working on a project. The event is weekly on Tuesdays at …
Join artist, educator, and play facilitator Genevieve Victoria Casale Johnson for a 45 minute intentional listening practice in Congress Square Park. This collective exercise leads participants through a practice of observing and documenting the variety of sounds in the park using creative methods. Participants are encouraged to document their experience with words, images, textures, and …
Print Bookstore and the Maine Writers & Publishers Alliance presents Patrick Keefe! Join us to hear Patrick read from his latest book, Empire of Pain.
Film preceded by a special performance by Jimmy Dority and Friends playing the music of Harry Nilsson, Van Dyke Parks, and more. Come to Congress Sq. Park for a special 40th Anniversary Restoration screening of Robert Altman’s one-of-a-kind big budget musical oddity. This is Robin Williams’ big screen debut. Shelley Duvall starred in Popeye after …
Hear from real Mainers as they share their stories about health, happiness, and more. Presented by Greater Portland Health. Free and open to the public!
Join us for a free screening of The Talking Heads' STOP MAKING SENSE!
Come play chess! All equipment will be available on-site. Free and open to the public.
Shop in the Square! Explore local shops, makers, artists, and more from 11am to 3pm. Dog-friendly!
Get out of the house, meet neighbors and chat — all while keeping your hands busy (or not!). You can knit, crochet, draw, paint, make jewelry, sew, or any craft where you can carry your tools. And yes, come even if you are not working on a project. The event is weekly on Tuesdays at …
Join artist, educator, and play facilitator Genevieve Victoria Casale Johnson for a 45 minute intentional listening practice in Congress Square Park. This collective exercise leads participants through a practice of observing and documenting the variety of sounds in the park using creative methods. Participants are encouraged to document their experience with words, images, textures, and …