Shopping in Portland
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LL Bean Store
In 1911 Leon Leonwood Bean invented the Maine Hunting Shoe, now known as the ‘Bean Boot.’ In addition to the quality and practicality of the boot’s construction, it was accompanied by a lifetime offer of replacement or repair if outdoorsmen found the item in any way unsatisfactory. Other items for the outdoors were added, notably the often-imitated LL Bean Field Coat in 1924, popular for its rugged quality and craftsmanship. These days Bean sells over one billion dollars’ worth of clothing, outdoor gear and home furnishings. And the guarantee of no questions asked and 100% satisfaction is still honored. While the merchant’s successful start began through mail order, an ad…
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China Sea Marine Trading Co
This atmospheric shop is packed to the gills with old wooden helms, sextants, telescopes, and all sorts of nautical equipment you might need if you were planning a voyage into the 19th century. You’ll also find navy peacoats, mariner books, vintage weaponry, spooky old diving helmets and a character with a parrot on their shoulder (that’s the owner).
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Clay City Redux
A wonderland of kitsch, Clay City stocks Mexican wrestling masks, ‘good boy’ morality charts from India, inflatable moose and a range of other toys, trinkets and frivolity that you won’t find at your local hardware store.
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Maine Potters Market
Seek out Maine Potters Market, a collective of 15 of Maine's best potters
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Edgecomb Potters
Edgecomb Potters, where contemporary pottery, glass and sculpture rules.
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LL Bean Store
The LL Bean store has expanded to add sportswear to its outdoor gear. Although a hundred other stores have joined the pack, the wildly popular LL Bean is still the epicenter of town.
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