BLUE PORTLAND MAINE (BPM) originally opened in 2005 in a room half its current size. The business has changed hands a few times since then, and each holder has helped the room evolve into a place where local, regional, and international talent perform regularly.
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The venue has been mentioned in Rolling Stone, The New York Times, as well as the Portland Museum of Art Magazine (2024, Volume I) which states: "Real cities need places like Blue - casual, fun, and unassuming spots where music leads the way."​
Our mission is to facilitate, participate in, and chronicle community building events in the arts.
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Our vision is to continue operating an independent, community-building arts space that facilitates high quality performances, creates opportunities for independent artists, encourages collaborative learning and engages with other non-profits and independent venues.​​