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

At L.L.Bean, we think a tent is more than just a shelter to keep you dry. It’s a place that serves as base camp for a lifetime of family camping memories. Many of our customers’ favorite memories are of camping trips taken with their parents. Now these same customers are making new memories with their… 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

A customer asks, “Is it really wrong to love a doormat?” Of course not, when it’s our Waterhog Doormat. Go ahead. Treat your Waterhog like the doormat it is. It can take it. And that’s why our customers love them. After all, there’s so much to love. Our Waterhog Doormats are heavier and more durable… 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