National Register of Historic Places

Deering Oaks

Portland, Cumberland County, Maine
Listed
October 15, 1989
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
89001708

About this property

Deering Oaks Park is a 55-acre (22 ha) public park in Portland, Maine, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Established in 1879 as part of Frederick Law Olmsted's master plan for Portland's park system, the park represents a significant example of 19th-century landscape architecture and urban planning. The park features recreational facilities including baseball diamonds, tennis courts, a playground, and a central pond, and serves as home to the Portland Farmers' Market. Located west of downtown Portland, the park is bordered by Deering Avenue to the west, Forest Avenue to the east, Park Avenue to the south, and Interstate 295 to the north. State Street and High Street traverse the park, with primary access points from State Street, Deering Avenue, and Park Avenue.

Location

Portland, Cumberland County, Maine
43.65976, -70.27187

Categories

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

US Post Office-Portland Main
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0.3 mi
Deering Street Historic District
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0.4 mi
Deering Estate Barn
Early Republic
0.4 mi
Griffin House
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0.4 mi
Maine Eye and Ear Infirmary
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0.4 mi

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When was Deering Oaks listed on the National Register?

Deering Oaks was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1989.

What type of historic resource is Deering Oaks?

Deering Oaks is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Deering Oaks?

The period of significance for Deering Oaks is recorded as the listed era.

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