Treasure Hunting in Maine: The Ultimate Guide to Antiquing, Rare Finds & Flea Markets
- Gerry Caron
- May 8
- 5 min read
Treasure Hunting in Maine: The Ultimate Guide to Antiquing
Maine is a goldmine for antique lovers, collectors, and treasure hunters. From coastal towns to quiet inland villages, the Pine Tree State is brimming with vintage shops, rare book dealers, and unique flea markets. Whether you're searching for primitive decor, 18th-century furniture, or quirky collectibles, you'll find some of the best antiquing in the country right here while treasure hunting in Maine.
Why Maine is a Top Destination for Antiquing
Maine is nationally recognized for its high-quality antique stores and experienced dealers. Towns like Wells, often called the "Antique Capital of Maine," and Arundel, home to sprawling multi-dealer antique malls, make for unforgettable antiquing road trips. The state's charming coastal highways and scenic backroads are dotted with vintage barns and historic buildings filled with period furniture, artwork, architectural salvage, and Americana.
Best Towns for Antiquing in Maine
Wells: The epicenter of Maine's antique scene with dozens of dealers and group shops along Route 1.
Arundel: Home to large-scale antique malls such as Arundel Antiques and Antiques USA.
Kennebunk & Kennebunkport: Chic shops with fine European and American antiques.
York & Cape Neddick: Quaint coastal towns with charming barn shops and collectibles.
Poland & Oxford: Don’t miss the largest flea market in the state at Willow in Poland.
Kittery: Vintage coastal finds and nautical antiques.
Featured Antique Shops in Maine
Barn on 26 Antiques – Gray, ME
Step into an 1870s Shaker-built barn filled with restored Victorian furniture, china, linens, and more.
📍 Route 26, Gray, ME 04039
📞 (207) 657-3470
Antiques on Nine – Kennebunkport, ME
10,000 sq ft of English, Continental, and American furniture, art, and garden antiques. 📍 Route 9, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
📞 (207) 967-0626
Goosefare Antiques – Wells, ME
Country and period furniture, paintings, glassware, and orientalia in a colonial home setting.
📍 Route 1, Wells, ME 04090
📞 (207) 646-0505
Corey Daniels Gallery – Wells, ME
Architectural salvage, folk art, and country furniture in a barn setting.
📍 Route 1, Wells, ME 04090
📞 (207) 646-5301
The Farm Antiques – Kennebunk, ME
High-end European and Oriental antiques, porcelain, and period lighting.
📍 Mildram Road, Kennebunk, ME 04043
📞 (207) 985-2656
Rivergate Antique Mall – Kennebunk, ME
Over 100 dealers showcasing a wide range of quality antiques.
📍 Route 1 N, Kennebunk, ME 04043
📞 (207) 985-6280
R. Jorgensen Antiques – Wells, ME
Eleven showrooms of fine period antiques from Europe and the U.S.
📍 502 Post Rd, Wells, ME 04090
Wells Union Antiques – Wells, ME
A collection of nine antique shops offering everything from folk art to jewelry.
📍 Route 1, Wells, ME 04090
📞 (207) 646-4551
Antiques USA – Arundel, ME
The state's largest antique superstore with thousands of finds.
📍 Route 1, Arundel, ME 04046
📞 (207) 985-7766
BO-MAR Hall – Wells, ME
130+ dealers in a climate-controlled space with treasures old and new.
📍 Route 1, Wells, ME 04090
📞 (207) 646-4116
Cattail Farm Antiques – Wells, ME
Antiques in a restored 1850s barn featuring glass, primitives, and furniture.
📍 Route 1, Wells, ME 04090
📞 (207) 646-1499
Victorian Lighting, Inc. – Kennebunk, ME
Specialists in antique lighting from the Victorian era.
📍 Kennebunk, ME 04043
📞 (207) 985-6868
The Blacksmith’s Mall – Ogunquit, ME
The one stop you must make! 65 Quality dealers offering antiques, collectibles and decoratives! Free on-site parking.
📍 Ogunquit
📞 (207) 646-9643
Blanches Antiques – Cape Neddick, ME
Lonsdale Plaza, just south of Ogunquit Playhouse. Unique and beautiful items including Victorian furniture and accessories, antique religious art.
📍Cape Neddick
📞 (207) 361-1817
Columbary House Antiques – Cape Neddick, ME
Period antiques in Main House, over 20 dealers in second building and May – Oct. Garden accessories and furniture in the barn.
📍Cape Neddick
📞 (207) 363-5496
Cranberry Hill Custom Lighting & Antiques – Cape Neddick, ME
Custom lighting, chandeliers, lamps, floor lamps, repairs, restoration, shades and finials.
📍Cape Neddick
📞 (207) 363-5178
Chinchillas Antiques – Kittery Point, ME
1.5 Miles on Haley Rd. Two floors of vintage furniture, nautical items, rustic goods, stained glass, artwork and more. Furniture repair available.
📍Kittery Point
📞 (207) 439-0747
Bell Farm Antiques – York, ME
Group shop featuring two floors of furniture, garden accessories and showcased toys, dolls, and great small accessories.
📍York, Maine.
📞 (207) 363-8181
Withington/Wells – York, ME
Folk art, garden furniture, and unusual objects. Open anytime by chance or appt.
📍York, Maine
📞 (207) 363-7439
Rare Books & Collectibles
Douglas N. Harding Rare Books – Wells, ME: Maps, prints, and bindings.
📞 (207) 646-8785
Smith-Zukas Antiques at Wells Union – Found objects and unique decor.
📞 (207) 646-6996
Rocky Mountain Quilts – York, ME: Over 400 antique quilts and textile restorations.
📞 (207) 363-6800
Flea Markets and Seasonal Finds
Willow Flea Market – Poland, ME: Maine’s largest flea market.
Oxford Flea Market – Oxford, ME: Seasonal and loaded with country finds.
Tips for Antiquing in Maine
Call ahead: Many shops are seasonal or open by appointment.
Weekdays are quieter: Beat the crowds and find the best bargains.
Ask questions: Maine dealers are knowledgeable and often willing to negotiate.
Bring a list: Shops can be overwhelming—know what you're hunting for.
Plan Your Antique Road Trip
Whether you’re a weekend treasure hunter or a serious collector, Maine’s antique scene offers endless discovery. Create your own antique trail from York to Wells, Arundel to Kennebunkport, and beyond.
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Book Your Stay
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Find the charm of yesteryear—and maybe your next prized possession—at one of Maine’s many unforgettable antique shops.
