Maine is known for constantly reinventing itself—often in fun and interesting ways. Recently a group of developers has been making significant changes to Thompson’s Point in Portland. They will be offering space to businesses, artists and a variety of creative folk, including a new circus group. Today we speak with Chris Thompson of Thompson’s Point, and with Peter Nielsen of the Circus Conservatory of America, about their exciting new ventures.
Guests
Chris Thompson
Chris Thompson has developed several hotel and mixed-use projects in New England. Current projects in Maine include Thompson’s Point in Portland, Maine and a 93-room Hampton Inn hotel in Lewiston. He is an Associate Professor at the Maine College of Art, and author of Felt: Fluxus, Joseph Beuys, and the Dalai Lama.
Peter Nielsen
Peter Nielsen is the president of the Circus Conservatory of America headquartered in Portland.