Discover the Charm of the Umbrella Cover Museum

Getting There

• Ferry

  To reach the Umbrella Cover Museum located at 62 Island Ave on Peaks Island, start your journey from the Old Port area in downtown Portland. Head towards the Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal located at 56 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101. You can walk there in about 15 minutes from most downtown hotels. Once you arrive at the terminal, purchase a ticket for the Peaks Island ferry. Ferries typically run every 30 minutes, but check the schedule at cascabaylines.com for exact departure times. After boarding, enjoy the scenic 20-minute ferry ride across Casco Bay. Upon arrival at Peaks Island, disembark and walk straight down the main street, following Island Avenue for about 0.5 miles (approximately a 10-minute walk) to reach the Umbrella Cover Museum.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, you can rent a bike in Portland and ride to the Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal at 56 Commercial St. After securing your bike, board the Peaks Island ferry as bikes are allowed on the ferry for an additional fee. Once you arrive at Peaks Island, you can cycle along Island Avenue, which leads directly to the Umbrella Cover Museum at 62 Island Ave. It's about a 0.5-mile ride from the ferry terminal to the museum.

• Walking

  For those who enjoy walking, you can start at the Old Port area and leisurely stroll to the Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal at 56 Commercial St. The walk will take around 15 minutes. After purchasing your ticket for the Peaks Island ferry, enjoy the ride across the bay. Once you arrive at Peaks Island, continue walking along Island Avenue for about 0.5 miles (10 minutes) until you reach the Umbrella Cover Museum located at 62 Island Ave.