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About First Parish In Portland

Welcome to First Parish In Portland, a historic Unitarian Universalist meeting house nestled in downtown Portland, Maine. With a versatile layout that includes a Meeting House seating up to 550, a Parish Hall for up to 150, and a Community Room for about 100, this venue hosts concerts, community events, and cultural programs year-round. Whether you’re attending an intimate recital, a seasonal pageant, or a larger ceremony, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan your visit.

Located at 425 Congress St., Portland, ME 04101, First Parish blends historic charm with modern accessibility. Here’s what you need to know to secure your seats and make the most of your trip to downtown Portland.

Beyond the venue, Portland offers a friendly, walkable downtown with plenty of dining and hotel options. Metered street parking is available 9am–6pm, Monday through Saturday; Sundays are free. If you’re planning ahead, consider nearby garages in Monument Square, Temple Street, and the Public Market for convenient parking. Transit options include Greater Portland METRO service and proximity to the Elm Street transit hub, with the METRO Bree line providing express service to Brunswick. For visitors coming from out of town, nearby hotels like The Press Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront, and The Westin Portland Harborview put you within easy reach of First Parish. If you’re here for a show or event, secure your seats early—and enjoy Portland’s vibrant dining scene before or after the performance. Notable annual events include the Pageant of the Nativity, a beloved local tradition since 1926.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 425 Congress St., Portland, ME 04101
  • Venue type: Historic Unitarian Universalist meeting house (First Parish in Portland)
  • Capacities: Meeting House up to 550; Parish Hall up to 150; Community Room up to 100
  • Parking: Metered street parking (9am–6pm Mon–Sat); Sundays free; nearby garages in Monument Square, Temple Street, and the Public Market
  • Transit: Downtown Portland location served by Greater Portland METRO; near Elm Street transit hub; METRO Bree express service to Brunswick
  • Nearby hotels: The Press Hotel (119 Exchange St); Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront (65 Commercial St); The Westin Portland Harborview (157 High St)
  • Notable events: Pageant of the Nativity (annual since 1926)
  • Renamed/demolished: Building remains First Parish in Portland; no demolition or renaming recorded