Celebrate Black History Month with Maine Makers, Designers and Performances

New items for your home, closet and pantry, and a March performance to check out.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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In celebration of Black History Month, Maine is showcasing a variety of local Black-owned businesses and artists, including handwoven baskets, Somali-inspired jewelry, fair-trade coffee, and an upcoming theatrical performance honoring the trials and triumphs of four outstanding women.

Why it matters

This feature highlights the diverse and vibrant Black community in Maine, providing visibility and support for local Black-owned businesses, designers, and artists during an important cultural celebration.

The details

The article showcases several Maine-based products and an upcoming performance, all created by Black makers, designers, and performers. This includes a handwoven sisal and sweetgrass basket, a statement gold vermeil necklace inspired by Somali women, a fair-trade coffee subscription, a decorative trivet featuring Ghanaian Adinkra symbols, a biker jacket made from Ankara African wax print fabric, and a theatrical performance celebrating the history of remarkable Black women.

  • The featured products are available now through various online and local retailers.
  • The 'Ain't I a Woman?' performance is scheduled for March 11, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.

The players

Ange Muhorakeye

A Maine-based artist who hand-weaves baskets using techniques learned from her mother and grandmother in Rwanda.

Fiya Laur

A Maine-based designer who created a statement gold vermeil necklace inspired by the resilience and beauty of Somali women.

Mbingo Mountain Coffee

A coffee roaster and retailer based in Waterville, Maine that offers a subscription service for its fair-trade, ethically sourced coffee.

Akakpo & Co.

A Maine-based home goods brand that creates decorative trivets featuring unique designs using Ghanaian Adinkra symbols.

Josiane Fashion House

A Maine-based fashion brand that designs and produces clothing, including a biker jacket made from Ankara African wax print fabric.

Tiffany Terrell

A performer who will star in the 'Ain't I a Woman?' theatrical production presented by Arts Farmington.

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What’s next

The 'Ain't I a Woman?' performance on March 11, 2026 will be an opportunity for the community to celebrate Black history and the achievements of remarkable women.

The takeaway

This feature showcases the vibrant and diverse Black community in Maine, highlighting the creativity, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit of local Black-owned businesses and artists. It provides visibility and support for these makers during Black History Month, while also offering the community a chance to engage with and appreciate their work.