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J. Gibson McIlvain

Founded in 1798, J. Gibson McIlvain Company is one of the oldest continuously operating lumber companies in the United States. With over 225 years of family ownership, the company has built a reputation for supplying premium hardwoods and softwoods to architects, builders, craftsmen, and manufacturers across North America.

Headquartered in White Marsh, Maryland, near the Port of Baltimore, J. Gibson McIlvain is a trusted Importer of Record, sourcing responsibly harvested lumber from around the globe.

In addition to raw lumber, the company offers custom architectural millwork, specialty packaging, and logistics solutions through its own fleet of trucks—ensuring precision and reliability from forest to final delivery.

J. Gibson McIlvain continues to innovate while honoring its heritage, serving industries ranging from marine and millwork to luxury residential construction and commercial design.
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Purpose

Our generations of expertise in procuring and crafting the world’s finest woods empower uncompromising architects and builders to turn bold designs into enduring masterpieces.... Read more

Vision

Inspire and empower design visionaries to seize their ambition and build their legacy with the world’s finest woods.... Read more

Mission

We source, shape, and ship the finest wood on earth-expertly partnering with the visionaries behind the most remarkable projects.... Read more

Additional Culture Details

With centuries of experience, we’ve learned to evolve. We embrace change and continuously improve to meet the demands of a dynamic industry. We have the best team and they are our greatest asset. We foster a workplace where collaboration, respect, and personal growth are prioritized. We go beyond lumber—we deliver solutions. Our culture is built around understanding customer needs and exceeding expectations. Whether it’s millwork, logistics, or specialty packaging, we take pride in the details that make a lasting impact. We honor over two centuries of craftsmanship while embracing modern technologies and sustainable practices to serve today’s markets.... Read more

Values

Integrity
We conduct business with honesty, transparency, and accountability—honoring the trust placed in us by customers, partners, and employees.

Headquarters

White Marsh, MD

Employees

100 US Employees

Industry

Building Products

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What employees are saying

This company in general has given me a quality of life that is the best my life has ever been and it makes me confident that it's only going to get better

My job challenges me, in a good way, every day. We work with and on exciting projects, that are unique. We have a large inventory, that gives us an advantage in the marketplace. We are constantly creating new products to sell Great staff.

Because they really care about their employees!

I am helping to continue the long history of this storied company

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