The Portland Historical Society Museum is dedicated to "collecting, preserving and sharing" Portland's history. This…More is the Ruth Callander House (now museum), which displays assorted Portland artifacts.</p> <p>Fundraiser:  Town-wide May tag sale proceeds help preserve Portland's history.</p>

The mission of the Portland Police Department is to protect the life and property of its citizens in…More order to assure a superior quality of life. The police department strives to accomplish this by providing security and reliability to the public through just and unprejudiced law enforcement, partnerships within the community, and innovative problem solving.</p> <p>The Portland Police Department has been located in the Portland Buck-Foreman Community Building since April, 2003. </p>

Firefighter of Portland Fire Department are always in harm's way while protecting the citizens of Portland, as well…More as surrounding towns.</p> <p>The department consists of over 60 active volunteers responding to an average of 1,100 calls a year. Portland fire is well-equipped to protect residents, as well as 6 and one-half miles of cost line and six marinas along the Connecticut River.</p>