In an era of sky-high housing and construction costs, it’s little wonder some Mainers are seeing the appeal of a tinier abode.
The best of Maine delivered to your door year-round. Subscribe to Down East magazine today.
He resells and restores hundreds of pieces of antique and vintage cookware through his home business, Passadumkeag Iron.
At the Recovery Room, in Boothbay Harbor, she and her husband restore everything from bar stools to sectionals.
He’s honed everything from knives and pizza cutters to arrowheads and samurai swords.
From mouthwatering meatballs to herb-roasted chicken, the Yarmouth catering company delivers one heck of a heat-and-serve spread.
The best of Maine delivered to your door year-round. Subscribe to Down East magazine.
In an era of sky-high housing and construction costs, it’s little wonder some Mainers are seeing the appeal of a tinier abode.
He resells and restores hundreds of pieces of antique and vintage cookware through his home business, Passadumkeag Iron.
At the Recovery Room, in Boothbay Harbor, she and her husband restore everything from bar stools to sectionals.
He’s honed everything from knives and pizza cutters to arrowheads and samurai swords.
From mouthwatering meatballs to herb-roasted chicken, the Yarmouth catering company delivers one heck of a heat-and-serve spread.
The Latest
From Our Partners
The best of Down East, in your inbox. Sign up for our newsletters now.
The Latest
A lost dog, a loving family, and a lesson in letting go.
And builds one very charming potting shed.
The Maine State Historian has many favorite spots, but Vaughan Woods & Historic Homestead is always near the top of his list.
John has dedicated himself to documenting Acadia National Park; photographing its flora, fauna, landscapes, and hidden details.
To build the quirkily expressive birdhouses that hang all over town, Claude Ouellet wings it with whatever materials he has handy.
And she hopes it will change lives in her home country.
Food & Drink
When she took over the kitchen at the Stoneham camp, where kids from disadvantaged backgrounds come for a classic summer experience, she decided to start from scratch.
The Skowhegan cheesemaker’s lemon-fennel ricotta won bronze in the fresh-cow’s-milk category at the 2023 World Cheese Awards.
Still in its first year, its welcoming, genial atmosphere and rotating menu focused on local and seasonal fare attracts a regular crowd.
Travel & Outdoors
An enterprising duo with a mutual dedication to the hospitality industry has revitalized a former gem of a destination.
A California couple is investing in a historic lakefront property — and in their future in Maine.
For the lifelong Whiting resident, some things never change — not his Bean boots, not his skate blades, and certainly not his love of skimming up and down the ice on the Orange River.
Home & Garden
And there might not be anything that can halt its spread.
Maine libraries have added seed “borrowing” to their growing list of resources.
Keeping up the landmark that resembles an elaborate confection hasn’t always been sweet.
Photograph Maine with Down East!
Join our photographers for exclusive workshops.
Arts & Leisure
For Aliza Eliazarov, finding subjects for her new book, The Best Dog, was a walk in the park.
From the beginning, filling Thompson's Point with public art was integral to the developers' plans.
And connecting with each other to form a vibrant, creative community.
Photography
Each month, Down East editors select our favorite response to “Where in Maine?” Here is our favorite letter from February’s photo.
Now a museum, visitors can stroll among more than a dozen 19th-century buildings.
When sheep need to be shorn, there’s a good chance Maine farmers are going to call Jeff Burchstead.
Photograph Maine
with Down East!
Join our photographers for exclusive workshops.