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Freeport, ME, March 22, 2018
L.L.Bean Celebrates Grand Opening of its First Urban Store at One Seaport
New England neighbor brings the joy of the outdoors to Boston April 6
Freeport, ME, March 22, 2018 – New England outdoor retailer L.L.Bean, best known for its L.L.Bean Boots and world class customer service, announced the grand opening of its very first urban retail store at One Seaport in Boston on April 6 at 9 a.m. The 8,600-square-foot store will feature an assortment of active and casual apparel, outerwear and footwear, as well as a variety of outdoor gear curated specifically for residents and visitors of Boston.
The grand opening celebration will begin on Friday, April 6 and go through Sunday, April 8. Everyone is invited to the three-day event featuring giveaways, games, a weekend block party, L.L.Bean’s famous Bootmobile and more.
Join L.L.Bean for a weekend of grand opening events:
Friday, April 6:
- Doors open at 9 a.m and the first 100 customers in line will receive a free L.L.Bean Gift Card worth up to $500
- Celebrate Red Sox opening weekend – meet Red Sox legends Jim Rice, Luis Tiant, and Dennis Eckersly, dance with Wally the Green Monster, and take a photo with the World Championship Trophies, 4-7 p.m.
Saturday, April 7 and Sunday, April 8:
- Free outdoor yoga with Equinox at 9, 10, and 11 a.m.
- Block Party with games and giveaways 12-6 p.m.; live music and free food 12-2 p.m.
- Bring your four-legged friend for a group dog walk with L.L.Bean’s Millie of Maine at 3 p.m.
- Enter to win prizes, including a trip to Maine for two, and one of ten pairs of Red Sox tickets
As part of its overall national retail growth plan, L.L.Bean made the decision to expand its presence into Boston’s Seaport because of the high degree of awareness and affinity Boston residents have for L.L.Bean, in addition to the opportunities this dynamic, emerging neighborhood presents. Another facet of its connection to Boston is L.L.Bean’s strong relationship with the Boston Red Sox, as a sponsor of the infield rain delay tarp since 2010. The new Seaport store will allow the people of Boston and beyond to experience first-hand everything the legendary outdoor retailer offers: quality merchandise, exemplary customer service, excellent outdoor programming, a welcoming shopping environment and an ethos to always do what’s right by its customers, employees, the environment and the community.
“Boston is a city that’s as passionate about the outdoors as we are,” said Greg Elder, Vice President of Stores at L.L.Bean. “We’re excited to bring the outdoor spirit to the heart of Boston at our first city store, and get to know the vibrant Seaport community.”
This will be L.L.Bean’s first store urban store, its 5th retail store in Massachusetts, and its 36th retail store outside of Maine. L.L.Bean currently operates retail stores in Burlington, Dedham, Mansfield, and Mashpee, as well as a kiosk in the Prudential Center. The new store will employ approximately 25 people.
For more information about L.L.Bean’s One Seaport store and the grand opening event, including a detailed schedule of events, visit http://www.llbean.com/seaport
About L.L.Bean, Inc.
L.L.Bean, Inc. is a leading multichannel merchant of quality outdoor gear and apparel. Founded in 1912 by Leon Leonwood Bean, the company began as a one-room operation selling a single product, the Maine Hunting Shoe. Still family owned, Shawn Gorman, great grandson of Leon Leonwood Bean, was named Chairman of the Board of Directors in 2013. While its business has grown over the years, L.L.Bean continues to uphold the values of its founder, including his dedication to quality, customer service and a love of the outdoors. In the past five years, L.L.Bean has donated over $6 million toward conservation and land stewardship. L.L.Bean operates 34 stores in 16 states across the United States, along with 25 stores in Japan. The 220,000-sq. ft. L.L.Bean retail store campus in Freeport, ME, is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and welcomes more than 3 million visitors every year. L.L.Bean can be found worldwide at www.llbean.com, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, and Instagram.
About Boston Seaport
Culture, industry and community converge, making Boston’s Seaport district a dynamic and vibrant area that is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting neighborhoods and destinations in the country. Currently, Boston’s single largest development project, the Seaport district will transform 23 acres of waterfront land with a carefully selected mix of residential, hotel, office, retail, entertainment, civic and cultural uses and public open space. Combining the best of historic and modern-day Boston, Seaport is positioned to become the destination for fashion, culture, arts, dining and entertainment and technology and life sciences, expanding its position as one of the top cities to visit in the world. For more information, visit www.bostonseaport.xyz.
One Seaport
One Seaport is a marquee destination within the Seaport District. Comprised of two city blocks, situated on three acres of land in the heart of the neighborhood, One Seaport is the largest mixed-use project in the City of Boston in over 30 years. It spans 1.5 million square feet in total and represents the highest concentration of retail space in the Seaport, with 250,000 square feet devoted to shopping, dining, fitness, and entertainment. 832 modern, amenity-rich apartments, dubbed The Benjamin and VIA, sit above the retail experience. One Seaport continues to solidify the Seaport’s reputation as Boston’s most transformative neighborhood. WS Development develops, owns, and manages One Seaport’s retail component. Berkshire Group partnered with Boston Global Investors to own and develop the residences at The Benjamin and VIA.