Lilly B
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 The ferry docked at Brewers in South Freeport, 2017 | |
| History | |
|---|---|
 United States | |
| Name | Lilly B |
| Namesake | Lilly May Brewer |
| Owner | Bustins Island, Maine |
| Route | Brewers Point, South Freeport to Bustins Island |
| Builder | Bradley Simmons |
| Completed | 2000 |
| Maiden voyage | April 22, 2000 |
| Status | Operational |
| General characteristics | |
| Type | Ferry |
The Lilly B is a ferry owned by Bustins Island, Maine, United States. It runs several times daily between South Freeport and Bustins Island from Memorial Day to Columbus Day.[1] It is named for Lilly May Brewer (1906–1977), who, along with her husband Ralph (1900–1968), was the caretaker of Bustins during the 1950s and 1960s.[2]
The vessel was designed by naval architect Al Spalding and built by Bradley Simmons.[2] Its maiden voyage took place on April 22, 2000.[2]
The ferry has a capacity of 44 passengers, and it is not permitted to carry propane or gasoline as baggage.[2]
The ferry is staffed largely by islanders, and its passengers are almost all its residents. As of 2022, its captain is Painter Soule,[3] who was formerly a member of the crew.[4] Archie Ross formerly captained the ferry for over fifty years,[5] and the island's public landing is now named for him.
