Worn leather, high heels and L.L.’s house. All are items that help comprise L.L.Bean’s official archives and museum. Sound unusual? It may be – but when you’re over 100 years old, you gather a few interesting items along the way.   What are the L.L.Bean Archives, exactly? A collection of Bean’s past and present housed… More

Most of the time, tradition is a good thing. But our new Kennebec Waders prove that even the most time-tested designs can benefit from some creative innovation. Wading belts can be difficult and time consuming to adjust, especially in cold weather. Additionally, plastic buckles can pinch your midriff as you bend over to net a… More

Ted Upton, a 27-year-old Maine entrepreneur, wants the sport to be cool again. Not that he thinks it ever wasn’t cool, but he and his fly-fishing buddies realized it wasn’t that popular among a younger audience. “We all grew up fly fishing and it’s been a passion of ours for a really long time,” he says. “We… More

Head north across the Piscataqua River Bridge and you’ll pass a sign that reads, “Welcome to Maine: The Way Life Should Be.” That’s what the L.L.Bean Home Store in Freeport is all about; it’s a celebration of the best of Maine living and a collection of all sorts of things you won’t find anywhere else.… More

Last weekend L.L.Bean headed to Boston’s Fenway Park for Maine Day and the Red Sox vs. Astros game.  Maine Day is a great way for L.L.Bean to celebrate the great state of Maine with fans from Boston and across the country. Red Sox fans already know L.L.Bean as the official sponsor of the Fenway infield… More

We’ve been helping people stay dry in the outdoors for over 100 years and in that time we’ve found that the difference between a good hike and a bad hike can come down to what you’re wearing. Perhaps the most important piece of clothing is a reliable shell to protect you from rain and wind.… More