The Kennedy School Hotel is a converted elementary school in Portland housing guest rooms, several bars and a movie theatre. The educational theme is quirkily retained; one can drink in the “Detention Room”.
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It is owned by the McMenamins brewpub empire. If I’m going to a pub, I like one with the ‘brew’ prefix. I was naturally hesitant when I found out the size of the McMenamins micro-brewing; fearing for a loss of character and rustic charm. 
That may well be the case to some extent, but it takes the profits of a successful chain to bankroll the renovation of such a unique venue.
Kennedy School Hotel is reviewed quite favourably over on RateBeer; however, these reviews are bolstered by the impressive venue, not the beers. There are some eminently quaffable brews, such as the Hammerhead and the Ruby, but they don’t stand out in the craft brewing scene.
Venue: 9/10
Striking and tasteful. The mezzanine floor is really charming and, despite the size, cosy. A very tasteful and successful conversion.
Beer: 3/10
The brews are really rather good compared to the common swill, but this list deals with the worlds elite, and they struggle for a footing in such company.
Worthy? Yes
There will be few venues as good as the Kennedy School and that alone holds a strong argument for inclusion.
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