Manufacturing Month

October is Manufacturing Month

Manufacturing Month is a statewide effort to raise awareness about the strength and diversity of Maine’s manufacturing sector, and to inspire the next generation of workers. Raising awareness is the first step in solving Maine’s workforce challenges and it also strengthens our advocacy efforts in Augusta. The more people understand the value of manufacturing, the more support we can build for policies that benefit our sector and workforce.

We’ll be kicking off with Maritime Industry Day on October 7th at Albacore Park in Portsmouth, NH. This cross-border event brings together students, educators, and industry leaders to highlight career opportunities in the maritime industrial base and sets the tone for a powerful month of awareness and engagement.

Governor’s Proclamation

NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Janet T. Mills, Governor of the State of Maine, do hereby proclaim the month of October 2026 as Manufacturing Month throughout the State of Maine, and I encourage all citizens, educational institutions, businesses, and communities to recognize the importance of manufacturing to our shared prosperity, our national defense, and the dedicated workers who make it possible.

Manufacturing Month Events

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