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| The Parlor |
As part of my husband's birthday weekend, we kicked off the evening by touring Victoria Mansion in Portland, Maine - it was stunning! I took about 90 photos, and I've compiled them in these collages. To view the photo's click on the image to enlarge.
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| The Master Bedroom - The Red Room |
Victoria Mansion was built between 1858 and 1860. It is the finest example of Italianate style in the United States.
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| The Green Bedroom |
The owner, Mr. Ruggles Morse was a hotel businessman from Maine. This was his "summer home." He mainly lived in New Orleans. He spent the summers in his home state.
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| The Library |
The house and it's contents were sold in 1894 to the Libby family. Today, 90% of the original furnishings are intact in the home - amazing. The Libby family took very good care of the home.
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| The Dining Room |
In 1940, the home was slated for the "wreaking ball," thankfully due to the efforts of Dr. William Holmes a group came together and saved this stunning home.
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| The Receiving Room |
I hope that you get a chance to tour this beautiful home if you are ever in Portland. I can assure you that it's worth the trip. The craftsmanship is amazing!
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| The Foyer |
Tomorrow is my husband's "official" birthday, and we'll kick it off with breakfast at home, then a trip to L.L. Bean in Freeport, ME and dinner at the Good Table in Cape Elizabeth, ME. Sunday is a trip to his favorite in-door farmers market in Scarborough, ME!
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
