Next time you shop Freeport, including the L.L. Bean Mothership and the satellite national outlets, seek out the Maine-owned shops amidst them.
Unlike many outlet centers across the country, Freeport has an excellent mix of local Maine stores in addition to the big names. Sure, L.L. is the biggie, but you’ll find close to three-dozen stores with Maine roots. Here’s a sampling:
Brown Goldsmiths & Co. (11 Mechanic St.): handcrafted jewelry
Cuddledown (574 Rte. 1): bedding, sleepwear, and linens
Edgecomb Potters (8 School St.): porcelain pottery
Freeport Wild Bird Supply (541 Rte. 1): A must for bird enthusiasts of all levels.
Georgetown Pottery (148 Main St.): hand-painted porcelain pottery
Island Treasure Toys (20 Bow St.): heirloom-quality children’s toys
Maine Organic Marketplace (55 Main St., 207/869-5792): Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners and Common Ground Fair merchandise and more.
Mexicali Blues (10 Bow St., 207/865-3303): Imported clothing and goods
R.D. Allen Freeport Jewelers (15 Middle St.): Maine tourmaline jewelry
Sea Bags (15 Bow St.): nautically inspired totes made from recycled sails
Sherman’s Books and Stationery (128 Main St.): books and more
Wilbur’s Candy Shoppe (11-13 Bow St.): chocolates
Wicked Whoppies (32 Main St): Maine’s official snack
