State of Maine Building at Eastern States Expo

Mark your calendar for September 13 - 29, 2019!

The Fair begins the second Friday after Labor Day.

Future Dates:
2020 Dates: Sept. 18 - Oct. 4, 2020
2021 Dates: Sept. 17 - Oct. 3. 2021

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The Maine Building

The State of Maine Building is an exhibition and trades display venue showcasing the best of Maine to more than 850,000 visitors annually who attend "The Big E." The building is located on the grounds of Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, Massachusetts on the Expo’s Avenue of New England States.

The Agricultural Resource and Development Division of MDACF operates and maintains the building for the purpose of ‘exhibiting, publicizing and advertising Maine's products and resources in agriculture, industry, fisheries, forests, wildlife and recreation.’ The State of Maine has participated in this exciting display of New England traditions since 1925.

Press & Promotions

• 11/27/18 - 2019 Application to Vend at the Maine Building Available Now
• 9/27/18 - Maine Day at The Big E Kicks off Record Attendance Week
• #meetMEattheBigE!

Visit thebige.com for a full list of "Big E" festivities

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For Exhibitors/Vendors

Interested in being a part of this great event? Exhibit with us!

Applications

Exhibition space is available at the venue! The Agricultural Resources team within the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry manages the State of Maine Building venue. We offer Maine businesses and organizations an opportunity to rent commercial space in the State of Maine Building. An application must be submitted for consideration by any interested vendor.

• 2019 Vendor Guidelines and Application (PDF) - Download application, rules and guidelines

We aim to maintain a balance of educational and commercial exhibits in the building with an atmosphere that continues to exemplify Maine and its unique way of life. Only items which are produced, grown, crafted, manufactured or significantly altered in Maine may be sold in the Maine building.

Exhibitor Resources

The State of Maine Building is one of seven distinct buildings on the Avenue of States—including six for each New England state, and one for the Grange—located on the Eastern States Exposition (ESE) grounds.

Find exhibition resources here:

• Internet at the Big E!
• "The Big E" Services & Amenities - ESE offers amenities and service for all vendors, including banking, phone lines, and package receipt and delivery services during the fair.
• Grounds Map (PDF)

Important Dates! Annual Schedule and Deadlines

Month	Items Due
January	Applications due, committee reviews and award recommendation is made
February-March	Contract notices sent to exhibit space award recipients
April	Exhibitors submit proof of insurance, applicable licensing and certification to lawfully conduct business Special activities and event forms available
TBD-Spring/Summer	Exhibitor meeting. Eastern States Exposition Staff provide updates
May	Dead storage requests due Exhibitor credentials due
June	First minimum Payment due Dead storage requests due Exhibitor credentials due
July	Event agreements sent to special activities and event participants Any advance booth alterations and structural setup must be complete
September	Exhibition at the State of Maine Building during, The Big E!, 17 days Fair begins the first Friday after Labor Day Load in begins Monday before fair Load out begins Monday after fair
November	Application available online for upcoming year

Please call (207) 287-7620 or e-mail Anne.Trenholm@maine.gov to receive more information!

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