The four properties, now owned by MaineHealth, will enable the museum to add much-needed parking and free up more of the museum building for gallery space.
Starting next week, dozens of art banners will be installed along downtown Congress Street inspired by works from the Portland Museum of Art's permanent collection.
The use of engineered wood products is gaining traction with architects, engineers and builders who value its structural stability, light environmental footprint and natural beauty.
With a planned new building and the $85 million fundraising target, the PMA wants to change the idea of a formal art museum and become more of an arts center.
The Portland Museum of Art plans to more than double its size in order to keep up with increasing attendance, and is launching an $85 million capital campaign.
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