The Cumberland Club is a gentlemen's club in Portland, Maine, United States. [1] It was formed in 1877 and is the oldest men's social club in the state. The club is located at 116 High Street in the Arts District in a former private home built in 1800. It has been located in the building since 1896. It was one of the political centers of Portland and Maine politics. [2]
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The club faced Jewish opposition during the 1950s and 1960s due to their discriminatory membership policies against Jewish individuals. This exclusion led to protests and calls for change, ultimately contributing to legislative efforts in Maine that aimed to eliminate discrimination based on religion, race, or color. [3]