Support Local Lee Businesses By Going On An 'Artisan Crawl'

Do you have some last-minute shopping to do for the holidays? Are you into supporting local businesses?

Get our free mobile app

There will be an opportunity for you to do both of those things this coming weekend in Lee.

Town Of Lee Artisan Crawl 3, Josh Crise

Local business owner Josh Crise, who runs Marble Creek Acres, has put together the 'Town Of Lee Community Artisan Crawl' not only to give people a chance to grab some great gifts but also to give local businesses an opportunity to thank their customers.

Town Of Lee Artisan Crawl 6, Josh Crise

"We appreciate the support!!! The intent of the crawl is to thank the community with one last event for the year. The community has been super supportive throughout the past year and each of these artisan shops has seen its own successes and it is due to the overwhelming support of the Town of Lee Community and the surrounding towns."

Town Of Lee Artisan Crawl 4, Josh Crise

On Saturday, December 21st, Crise is encouraging people to hit up a handful of spots in Lee, and possibly win a prize for their efforts.

Mattakeunk Maple 2, Christine Mallett.

"✨ Explore & Support Local: Discover handcrafted wines, pure Maine maple syrup, freshly baked goods, handmade soaps, instruments and hats, and Maine photography – all made with love right here in Lee!
✨ Win a Craft Basket: When you visit participating shops, you’ll be entered into a drawing for a basket packed with locally made treasures from each business.
✨ Connect & Celebrate: Meet the makers behind your favorite artisan products and share in the festive spirit."

Town Of Lee Artisan Crawl 1, Josh Crise

Crise says there are a handful of spots along the crawl, one of which houses several businesses under one roof.

Home On The Grange, Jane Scanlon

"There are three places to visit in town, Mattakeunk Maple, Home on the Grange, which houses 5 businesses, and Maine Cellars @ Marble Creek Acres—our winery and cidery. At each location, you can earn a ticket to be entered into our raffle for a gift basket."

Artisan Gift Basket, Josh Crise

Where to Crawl:
~ Mattakeunk Maple - 42 Dam Road (9 AM -12 PM)
~ Home on the Grange - 2766 Lee Road (9 AM - 3 PM)
----- Working Hands Bakery
----- Highfield Farm
----- Damselfly Photography
----- Dragonfly Instruments
----- Mad Hatter
~ Maine Cellars at Marble Creek Acres, 279 Winn Road (12 PM - 6 PM)

Mattakeunk Maple 1, Christine Mallett.

They've set up an Artisan Crawl Event Page on Facebook, where you can find more information.

The General Stores Of Downeast Maine

These are the long-time general stores that are spread throughout downeast Maine. The stores that your grandparents picked up milk, beer, and that night's dinner at. For years they had been filled with things like fly paper, clothes, beef jerky, and that morning's newspaper. Now, you stop by for that slice of breakfast pizza, a tasty fried chicken sandwich for lunch, gas,and a handful of lottery tickets.

They're an important part of Maine's heritage, and their numbers are starting to dwindle. But we still frequent them to pick up the day's necessities and to keep up on town gossip.

They may not be owned by the original owners, and they may not look the same as they did years and years ago. But that same hometown feeling is there, the minute you set foot on their wooden floors. More than likely the same wooden floors that your grandparents set foot on.

Gallery Credit: DJ Fred

All the Mall Stores Mainers Miss

We all miss these places.

Gallery Credit: Jason Stewart

Get Your Thrift On At These 17 Consignment Shops in Southern Maine

Thrift stores around Southern Maine for all your resale needs.

Gallery Credit: Meghan Morrison

Filed Under: Lee

Categories: Articles

Support Local Lee Businesses By Going On An ‘Artisan Crawl’

The General Stores Of Downeast Maine

All the Mall Stores Mainers Miss

Get Your Thrift On At These 17 Consignment Shops in Southern Maine