4 Best Places to Shop in Blue Hill Peninsula, Maine

In addition to having a well-rounded selection of books, magazines, and stationary, this fabulous independent bookstore co-sponsors many literary events throughout the year. 

In a restored barn and Cape-style house, one of Blue Hill’s earliest residences, this shop carries more than 3,000 carefully selected wines, as well as cheeses, breads, groceries, local and imported beer, cider, cooking ingredients, and coffees and teas.

The store is well stocked with books and tasteful gifts for all ages. The café has lovely pastries and top-notch coffee.

Set in what was once a department store, this gallery sells fine art; contemporary fabric, metal, wood, glass, and ceramic decorative items and housewares; and jewelry and accessories. Everything is handcrafted by a diverse group of established and emerging Maine artists.