Mission
Shop Maine Craft supports the livelihoods of individual craft artists while advancing the contemporary craft economy.
About
Shop Maine Craft (SMC) is the retail arm of the nonprofit Maine Crafts Association, dedicated to strengthening Maine’s creative economy by providing craft artists with income opportunities through gallery sales, craft shows, marketing, and events.
As part of our mission, we offer more than just retail opportunities—MCA members also gain access to educational programs, marketing support, networking opportunities, and professional resources designed to help their businesses thrive. We welcome all craft artists to join our growing community and take advantage of these valuable benefits!
Shop Maine Craft Program Overview:
Center for Maine Craft
Established in 2008, the Center is a year-round retail outlet for Maine artists to exhibit and sell their work. Representing 300+ MCA members, the gallery showcases Maine’s legacy of creativity and craftsmanship through a broad spectrum of media, technique, and creative design. Learn more
Webshop
An online marketplace featuring curated collections of handcrafted works by MCA members, sourced from the Center for Maine Craft. Learn more
Guild Fine Craft Shows
Premier multi-day craft events in Brunswick and Mount Desert Island featuring the exceptional work of juried Guild-level MCA members and guest artists. Learn more
Portland Fine Craft Show
An annual single-day outdoor event in downtown Portland celebrating the contemporary craft of 120+ exhibitors from Maine and the northeast. Learn more
Found Object: Seconds & Supply Market
A unique marketplace offering seconds, supplies, and surplus materials from Maine artists and craft businesses, perfect for treasure hunters and fellow makers. Learn more
Thank you to our Event Sponsors for supporting our annual programming! Interested in becoming a sponsor? Please reach out to whitney@shopmainecraft.com.
Contact Us
Our main office is located in West Gardiner within the Center for Maine Craft. Our administrative office is located in Running With Scissors Artist Studios, Portland, Maine.
Center for Maine Craft
Retail Gallery & Resource Center
p. 207 588 0021
e. center@shopmainecraft.com
Mail: PO Box 173, Gardiner ME 04345
GPS: 288 Lewiston Rd, West Gardiner, ME 04345
FedEx + UPS Deliveries: 24 Service Plaza Drive, West Gardiner ME 04345
Administrative Office: 207.205.0791
General Information: info@shopmainecraft.com
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- Whitney Gill, Executive Director
whitney@shopmainecraft.com - Nire Cook, Business Manager
nire@shopmainecraft.com - Edythe Morin, Center for Maine Craft Gallery Manager
edy@shopmainecraft.com - Lizz Brown, Program Manager & Director, Guild Fine Craft Shows
lizz@shopmainecraft.com - Simonne Feeney, Program Manager & Director, Portland Fine Craft Show
simonne@shopmainecraft.com
- Whitney Gill, Executive Director
Learn more about MCA + SMC’s leadership team at mainecrafts.org
