Join MHS and Portland By the Foot as stories of riots, battles, mayhem, and criminal hijinks from generations past come alive with horror and humor, impropriety and inspiration!
You’ll despise the fiends who committed crimes against humanity, turning vast profits and poisoning geopolitics across the Atlantic World. Be shocked by the children who maimed one another for a nationally-sanctioned holiday. Be gob-smacked by the many ways obscure legal decisions from two centuries ago still impact you today…
And, you’ll be stirred by brave resisters whose acts of defiance expanded freedoms for modern-day Americans.
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For more information and to buy your tickets, visit:
https://www.mainehistory.org/events/notorious-portland-walking-tour/
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Crime content disclaimer:
It’s all too common for "crime tours" to present untrue and sensational stories, creating an experience that is simply exploitative entertainment. This tour is designed as an ethical alternative.
Tour guide Dugan Murphy contextualizes the social, cultural, and economic context in which the historical events took place and thoughtfully examines the impact of these events on society as a whole. He prioritizes respect for the victims of these crimes and their families. And, we invite you to reflect on your own values and responsibilities as members of a larger community.
That said, know that the content on this tour is dark, so be prepared. This tour is not appropriate for children under the age of 14. If you’re thinking of bringing a teenager, consider their emotional maturity. For a complete content disclaimer, please email
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About the presenter: Dugan Murphy is a professional public historian, former director of a statewide museum association, the official walking tour partner of Maine Historical Society, and a graduate of the Portland History Docent Program. He holds a Master’s of Community Planning, the University of Maine’s Dawnland – Maine Indian History Badge, and certificates in historic preservation and geographic information science.
