The Commons is a seventeen year old women-owned business in Eastport — on the Downeast Coast of Maine. Collectively our Partners are known locally as “The Women of The Commons.” Our vision is offering Artful Living Creations and Experiences© through our Water Street Artisan Shop, our new Online Artisan Shop, Year-Round Rental Suites, and Seaside Gallery. We are a proud part of Eastport's Downtown Historic District and Working Waterfront.
Learn more about our story and explore the area of Eastport and Downeast Maine.
We are delighted to bring you our Love is In the Air Featured Collection. As an expression of beauty, feelings, style, timelessness, and for sentimental reasons, jewelry is always the perfect gift to a loved one, special friend, and even as a treat to ourselves.
Our favorite books, Celtic music and art cards to bring beauty to your friends, family, and living spaces.
Maine-made culinary and home decor pieces to bring warmth and joy.
Seaside Suites
BOOK YOUR STAY IN OUR YEAR-ROUND SUITES
Take in the first sunrise and moonrise over Passamaquoddy Bay in our suites Water’s Edge and Tide Watcher. Enjoy the muffled morning sounds of fishing boats leaving the harbor, watch seals and loons, and enjoy a restful night’s sleep. Read more about our casual upscale rental suites.






Seaside Gallery
The Seaside Gallery is currently presenting the Artful Living Collection that includes the work of Marcia Crumley, John Cashore, Alanna Baird and Renate Caraballo.
AWARDS FOR THE COMMONS


Maine Office of Tourism Director’s Award
for Tourism Excellence and “Being a spark that ignited the economic revival in Eastport”
