Independent craft brewery based in Farmington, in Maine's Lakes & Mountains with a tasting room open to visitors.
FastFold Rod makes institutional-grade folding stainless-steel utility rods in Charleston, Maine — a clothes-hanger rod that clicks down when needed and up when not.
Modern boutique hotel in downtown Brunswick with a restaurant, bar, and fitness center, a short walk from Bowdoin College and Maine Street's shops and galleries.
Federal Jacks Restaurant and Brew Pub, often referred to as the most picturesque pub on the Kennebunk waterfront.
Fresh, bold, exciting designs inspired by the sea and all things salty. Pillows, fabric, oars, paintings and prints all from original works that will complete that special space in your home, cottage or work space.
Fiber of Maine provides you with the best of artisan Maine yarns, as well as the handcrafted supplies you need for your projects.
Fiddlehead Artisan Supply is a Belfast-based fiber arts and craft supply shop offering yarn, fabric, sewing, and quilting supplies—plus classes for makers across Midcoast Maine.
We offer full-service design. Our professional team combines decades of experience to create spaces that are functional, durable and beautiful.
Firefly Sky Design is a mother-daughter watercolor studio in Augusta making heartfelt greeting cards, magnets, stickers, and notepads. Eco-friendly, made in Maine.
Independent craft brewery based in Fort Kent, in Aroostook County with a tasting room open to visitors.
Fitz & Bennett Home is an independent home decor business based in Greater Portland, Maine. Visit them in Maine or learn more about what they offer.
New Gloucester-based handcrafted pottery. Greater Portland functional ceramics studio.
FIYA LAUR designs fine 18k gold vermeil jewelry in Portland — Singapore-chain pendants and signature pieces, each designed in Maine.
Brooks-based maker of grilling sauces, marinades, and rubs. Bold, flame-ready flavors for backyard grillers.
European-style cafe across from the Portland Museum of Art, opened July 2025 with no Wi-Fi, rotating art exhibits, and espresso from Claw and Lay Day roasters.
Sanford-based gas-grill flavor accessory maker. Maine-designed grill add-on for backyard cooks.
Independent craft brewery based in Brunswick, in Midcoast Maine with a tasting room open to visitors.
Westbrook-based motivational Maine apparel brand. Inspirational shirts and gear with a local Maine spirit.
Portland-based florist and candy shop on Exchange Street. A whimsical Old Port favorite combining fresh flowers and sweet treats.
Flowfold is an independent outdoor gear business based in Greater Portland, Maine. Visit them in Maine or learn more about what they offer.
Wildlife-themed wearable art by painter Flyn Costello, featuring beloved Maine critters on hats, tees, and totes hand-sewn at the brand's Westbrook studio with a flagship shop on Fore Street.
A 40-year family business producing the Foggy Mountain hunting-scent line, PredatorPee natural pest repellents, and the Maine Crusher Hat, all rooted in Maine outdoor traditions.
Fogtown was founded in 2017 in Ellsworth, Maine in order to create a community space to foster art, music, education, craft food and drink, and all-around good vibes
Small-batch brewery and BBQ kitchen near the harbor footbridge in Boothbay Harbor — Maine-sourced beers including Why So Blue blueberry blonde, plus Bridge House BBQ.
Antiques shop in Falmouth, Maine.
Sails are 'made for the wind' and our golf head covers and products are made for mother nature's elements. Made from 100% retired upcycled sails.
As an illustrator and animator, I have been freelancing under the name FortHouse Studios for over ten years with a strong focus in advertising and children's media.
Portland-based craft brewery on Industrial Way. Full-spectrum brewing since 2014, with apparel, glassware, and merch.
Fairfield-based hand-screen-printed cotton reusable goods. Made-in-Maine flour-sack tea towels and totes.
Fox & Hound Coffee Company roasts single-origin coffee in small batches in Minot, Maine — Honduras Pacavita Organic, Peru, plus branded mugs and beanies.
Rangeley-based maker of hand-dyed silk scarves. Elegant wearable art made in western Maine.
Boutique hotel in a restored 1881 Italianate mansion on Portland's Congress Street, with 15 rooms, the Bolster Snow & Co. restaurant, and a basement spa.
Argentine Bodegón wine bar in Portland's Old Port — New York Times 14 Best Restaurant Desserts We Ate Across the US 2025.
Independent craft brewery based in South Portland, in Greater Portland.
Established in 2012, Frenchies’ Natural Products is a growing Maine company dedicated to making candles, essential oils, and other all natural products for people and their homes.
Organic whole-body products; hand made, cultivated and foraged in Maine to elevate your journey.
Levant-based hand-dyed merino yarn. Penobscot-region fiber-arts studio.
From ME 2 U in South Portland makes customized wooden signs, door hangers, apparel, and gifts. Local pickup; Lori handles the custom requests.
Independent craft brewery based in Belfast, in Midcoast Maine.
Portland-based online bead shop carrying beads and jewelry supplies from around the world. Wide selection of glass, gemstone, ceramic, and metal beads.
Unique, functional art for your home, bar + garden. Handcrafted in Maine using natural stones + granite 🌾
Rangeley's first brewery in a 1912 historic tavern downtown — wood-fired brick oven pizzas and house brews with Rangeley Lake views.
York-based locally sourced charcuterie boards and catering. Southern Maine grazing-board specialist.
We offer high gain communication antennas for any base station, mobile, or marine application. With a GAM Electronics antenna you will always get the best quality product without compromise and at a fair price.
Knightville fast-casual salad and bowl bar, second location from owner Lanai Monahan opened July 2025 in the former Cafe Louis space.
1,350+ trusted Maine shops, makers, and retailers — shop online, ship anywhere, or find them on your next visit.
Maine's first bean-to-bar chocolate maker, turning single-origin cacao into clean, real confections on Rockland's working waterfront — and shipping them anywhere.
Ultralight packs and shelters sewn in a Biddeford mill — carried on every long trail in America.
Organic loose-leaf tea imported directly from worker-owned cooperatives — steeped in Brunswick.
Portland's fiercely independent bookshop — staff picks worth trusting since 2000.
100% grass-fed beef raised on 500 acres in Charleston — delivered to your door.
Hand-forged Maine axes made the old way in a South Portland shop — heirlooms with an edge.
Hypoallergenic alpaca clothing and goods — from a working farm in Unity.
Where in Maine
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Presque Isle, Caribou, Houlton, Fort Kent
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