The Lewiston Auburn Community Market

About

The Lewiston-Auburn Community Market (LACM) incorporated in 2022 as a cooperative multi stakeholder grocery and community food center governed by a 20-member, predominantly BIPOC board. Our business is not yet open to the public, as we are in the process of securing the site, demolition and building the grocery store at 171 Park Street in Lewiston. TBA opening in 2027-28.

The Lewiston Auburn Community Market is a multi-stakeholder cooperative grocery store coming to Lewiston Maine. A Multicultural Hub for Food, Community, and Opportunity. The Lewiston-Auburn Community Market (LACM) is more than just a market — it’s a movement. Rooted in the heart of downtown, LACM brings together people of all backgrounds to grow a more connected, vibrant, and resilient community.

Our Vision
What We Will Offer

Retail Grocery Store
A multicultural marketplace offering fresh, local, and culturally diverse foods — sourced from local farmers, producers, and suppliers who reflect the rich diversity of Lewiston-Auburn.

Commercial Kitchen
Affordable, state-of-the-art kitchen space for food entrepreneurs, caterers, and small-scale producers to grow their businesses, create jobs, and share their culinary heritage.

Community Food Storage
Accessible, shared cold and dry storage for community members, producers, and small food businesses — supporting food sovereignty and reducing waste.

Event & Flex Space
A vibrant venue for workshops, community gatherings, pop-ups, cultural celebrations, and more. Open to all who want to share, learn, and build together.

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