The guided tour explores the first floor rooms of the 1833 mansion and describes the historical background of teacher turned political leader, James G. Blaine. Guided tours of the Blaine House are available for free, but must be scheduled in advance. 

Due to construction renovations of the perimeter security fencing, the museum will be closed to tours and events until December 1st, 2025.

There are no walk-in visits. 

• The Blaine House will have availability for tours Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00, 10:00, & 11:00 except when pre-empted by official events. Please make reservations through the Maine State Museum. You may be paired with other guests and a security form must be submitted.

• Guided tours are approximately 40 minutes long.

• The Blaine House tour is appropriate for children age eight (Grade 3) and older. Tour group sizes are limited to a maximum of 20 people. If the tour group is a school or camp group, a maximum of 5 group leaders/chaperones may accompany the group.

• All Blaine House tours for individuals and groups must be scheduled at least 1 week in advance. You may use the Reservation Form or call 207-287-2301.

• Weaponse, backpacks, food and drinks are not allowed in the Blaine House.

• A completed Blaine House Security Form is required and must be submitted 3 days prior to your reserved tour or event.

• Adult visitors must provide proof of identification to Blaine House security at the entry gate in order to enter the property.

BLOCK OUT DATES (2025):

December 1st
December 3rd 

CLOSED: December 24th, 25th and 26th and December 30th – January 2nd