From the first name in the great outdoors to the last word in international fashion; from the bustle of Main Street to the salty quiet of the town wharves, some of the best things in life are in Freeport, Maine.

A picturesque coastal community just two and a half hours from Boston, Freeport is a shopper’s paradise that began in 1911 with the opening of L.L. Bean’s store in Downtown Freeport. Now, Freeport boasts over 170 retail shops and businesses including some of the biggest names in retail and outlet stores as well as charming and eclectic small shops and specialty boutiques.

Shoppers can expect to find upscale, quality merchandise from names you know and trust.

Exit 20 or 22 off of I-295. (To get to I-295 from I-95 Use exit 52, south from Gray, north from Old Orchard)

L.L.Bean, Inc. has been a trusted source for quality apparel, reliable outdoor equipment and expert advice for more than 95 years.

Founded in 1912 by Leon Leonwood Bean, the company has grown from a one-man operation to a global organization with annual sales of $1.5 billion. Company headquarters are in Freeport, Maine, just down the road from the original store. More