Things changed a little in Camden
Maine this past year. We are pleased to announce that the town is still vibrant
and charming. In addition to the lovely mountain and sea landscape that many
come to visit, our guests enjoy the unique Maine gifts and treasures the Main
Street stores offer. The Camden Restaurants provide local seafood and Maine brewed
beers. While the consistent loveliness of the town is a reason to return year
after year, we are pleased that there are some new businesses and activities to
add to the mix.
Top (NEW) Things in Camden Maine:
There are new shops in the downtown. If you have been to Camden before, you
know that there is an array of boutique shops. Camden’s Main Street is unique because
it is not overwhelmed with touristy shops. The collection of stores offer
beautiful and unique gifts. In addition to the long standing shops like Glendara
Lavender Farm and Maine Sea Bags, there are several new shops in town.
·
Wooden
Alchemy, a wood art store,
moved from Rockland to 19 Elm St. in Camden. Wooden Alchemy is the place where you can find the amazing
wooden creations that have sprung from the mind of Rob Jones.
Taking birch plywood and other fine woods, he creates fun,
collectible, and useful artistic pieces you'll cherish for yourself or as the
perfect unique gift for someone special.
·
Oyster River Winegrowers - a small, farm winery in Warren is opening a retail and tasting
room at 31 Elm Street, Camden. Enjoy locally made organic wine.
·
Blue Jay Baby Boutique – Located at 2 Main
Street, the boutique sells adorable baby sweaters, blankets, books, stuffed
animals and baskets. There are also products for moms, including jewelry,
candles, bags and body products.
· Conklin's Mercantile - located at 26 Main
Street, recently relocated from Belfast Maine.
This store is committed to offering only American made products for
sale, all fixtures, cabinets and furnishings, including lighting are American
made.
· Maine Seaside Treasures – located at 14 Main
Street, is a new boutique on Main Street with a coastal theme, featuring decor,
unique collections and crafts made by local artists.
Restaurants:
BOWA: Best of What’s Around – Located at 31 Elm Street - BOWA's meals are
inspired by the seasons in Maine. Ingredients are seasonal and locally sourced.
Dishes are inspired by many different cuisines and cultures.
Mixed Greens – Located on Main Street is a new take out restaurant offering
handmade healthy food, salad bowls and more.
Taboo Taqueria - For taco and tequila lovers a new Mexican
restaurant opened at 5 Country Inn Way called on May 5.
Ports
of Italy Italian Restaurant and Ports Pizzeria - Located at 141 Commercial Street Rockport – is a welcomed
upscale Italian restaurant with a casual pizzeria.
The
Mill Nutrition – Located at 25 Mechanic Street Camden, offers
healthy energy teas and shakes in Camden
New Art Gallery.
· TOPO Gallery - Enjoy great art from
young New England artists in Camden. We highly recommend you stroll through to
see the art.
Maine’s first ever Wild Blueberry Weekend is
scheduled for August 7-8, 2021 as a celebration of the state’s iconic fruit and
the people behind it – the growers and processors. The weekend will revolve
around an Eat. Drink. Experience. Stay tuned for more details
With
lots to do in Camden, you don’t want to delay making a reservation at the Inn.
The Captain Swift Inn is conveniently located near the downtown. After a fun
day of perusing the shops and new restaurants, return to the Inn and enjoy a
beverage in one of the many comfortable common areas, or in the privacy of your
room. We look forward to welcoming you back to Camden Maine.
