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title: Norway Maine Opera House
description: Located on Main street, the Norway Opera and is currently under renovation and home to local Maine Shops
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# Our Mission

# To protect and operate the historic Norway Opera House as a lively center for arts, culture, and community life. 

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# **Our Vision**

# A fully restored Opera House that welcomes performances, celebrations, and gatherings. It will bring new energy to Main Street and strengthen the Oxford Hills community for generations. 

 

# Why it matters:

# Preserves one of Norway's most iconic land marks

# Revitalizes Maine Street with year-round arts, events, and gatherings

#   Attracts visitors and performances that strengthen the local economy

# Ensures this historic space continues to serve as the heart of downtown Norway.

# Phase 1: Complete

# The building's integrity was secured and the first-floor retail spaces were renovated.

# Today, thriving businesses keep the Opera House alive and active

# Phase II: In Progress

# The upper floors are being restored into a fully functioning opera house and community space:

# A Theater for concerts, comedy, and live performances.

# Flexible event space for galas, meetings, and celebrations

# Modern accessibility upgrades to welcome everyone

 

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## Follow the Norway Opera House

In 1894, the Opera House was rebuilt after the Great Fire. The building was the center for both commerce and entertainment. It was a site for graduations, dances, theater and traveling shows. Follow the rehabilitation journey and keep up to date with what's going on in Downtown Norway. 

 

# The Norway Opera House

# Originally built in 1883, The Norway Maine Opera House stands at the center of historic Main Street. The Building is on the National Registry of Historic Places.

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- [Updates](https://www.norwayoperahouse.org/updates)
- [The Board](https://www.norwayoperahouse.org/board-members)
- [The Dusty Stage](https://www.norwayoperahouse.org/the-dusty-stage)
- [Donate](https://www.norwayoperahouse.org/donate)
- [Contact Us ](https://www.norwayoperahouse.org/contact-us)

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