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The ideal gift or vacation souvenir is waiting for shoppers at New England’s many boutique shops, factory outlets, specialty food stores, and fine craft stores. In New Hampshire, for instance, the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen sells unique fine crafts in several retail locations. Country stores and general stores sell nostalgic toys, household goods, and old-fashioned treats. Outlets in every state offer national brands for clothing and household goods. Outdoor gear choices are extensive at Maine’s Kittery Outlets and L.L. Bean. Museum shops, as in Connecticut, are a wonderful source of artistic gifts. Faneuil Hall Marketplace in Boston invites shoppers to explore marvelous gifts and foods. Food gifts are delicious reminder of the local food culture.

Ladies Shopping - Stonington Borough Merchants - Stonington, CT

Stonington Borough Connecticut

Satisfy your yen for eclectic shopping in this sweet seaside village

There’s a surprise in every shop as you stroll the seaside streets of Stonington Borough. Interested in antiques? Art? Meander through fascinating galleries and antiques shops with items from Roman coins to vintage furniture and paintings. At the Velvet Mill, each studio features something unique from local artists and artisans. How about clothing and jewelry? Stonington’s stores feature chic shoes, handprinted fabrics, cutting-edge fashion and hand-crafted jewelry from sterling silver to pieces with coastal flair. Home decor, fabrics, gifts and collectibles can also be found. And if you’re looking to score some fresh produce, a jar of honey, fresh-baked bread or homemade crafts, check out Saturday’s Farmers Market, one of the borough’s favorite shopping traditions.

Slater Memorial Museum and Converse Art Gallery

Norwich Free Academy - 108 Crescent Street Norwich, CT, 06360 Phone: 860-887-2506

See the world then browse for art prints, gifts and more

A century and more of generous philanthropy and focus on people and cultures through 35 centuries and five continents is here on display at the Slater Museum Gift Shop, on the campus of Norwich Free Academy in Norwich, CT. This magnificent Museum houses not only fine art treasures, but a unique gift shop as well. Custom order fine art prints and reproductions of artwork from the collection on satin heavyweight paper, fine art paper, and medium weight textured fine art canvas with framing and matting if desired. Browse the work of Connecticut artisans, fair trade crafts, and art-inspired items. You’ll also find jewelry, fine pewter-ware, books, original artwork, CDs, soaps, candles, puzzles, scarves, bags and other accessories. Open year round, Tuesday through Sunday. Closed holidays.

The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art Village

1650 Hartford-New London Tpke. (Rt. 85) Oakdale, CT, 06370 Phone: 860-443-4367

Seven amazing & unique shops at one convenient stop!

Nature’s Art Village is a unique shopping destination. With six retail shops and The PAST Antiques Marketplace, named Yankee Magazine’s “Best Antiques Stop” in 2014, there is something for everyone on your list. Highlights include one-of-a-kind gemstone jewelry in the Artistic Jewelry Shop, a selection of over 5,000,000 beads in The Absolute Bead Shop and museum-quality fossils in the Ancient Fossil Shop. Fun and educational toys, puzzles, crafts and science kits await in the Ageless Toy shop, earthly treasures are showcased in the A to Z Mineral Shop and stunning glass and giftware await in the Artful Gift Shop. The shopping adventure continues next door at The PAST Antiques Marketplace, a collection of over 90 vendors selling antiques, collectibles and crafts on two handicap accessible floors.

Shopping Bounty - Mt. Washington Valley Chamber - North Conway, NH

Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce

Something for every shopper in these hills, valleys and village main streets

The shopping in Mount Washington Valley is as eclectic as the region itself, ranging from one-of-a-kind boutiques selling unique handcrafted items to shop-til-you-drop outlet centers featuring the most popular name brands. Pick up some local art in Franconia, stroll in and out of intriguing emporiums in North Conway, visit the world’s longest candy counter in Lincoln, go antiquing in Bethlehem or pop into The Brick Store in Bath, the nation’s oldest continuously operated general store. Take home craft beer at the region’s many breweries or wine from local vineyards. From maple syrup (of course!) to fine arts and fashion, the region features great variety and down-home customer service in its many shops and stores.

Historic Wethersfield

Shopping in historic Wetherfield is as unique as the town itself

As you walk down Wetherfield’s Main Street, past old homes, historic sites and tree-filled parks, you can’t help but be intrigued by the assortment of craft shops, galleries and stores. Stop in to peruse artwork, admire handmade crafts or try on custom-designed jewelry. Take a ceramics class or consider which frame will be perfect for your new painting. See if an antiques store has any items to add to your silver collection. Or just pick up those unique treasures that make vacation shopping so much fun. Some of the historic town’s museums also have gift shops for those special items. Stop by the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center for a map and a list of local attractions.

Publick House Historic Inn On the Common

277 Main Street - Route 131 Sturbridge, MA, 01566 Phone: 508-347-3313 Toll-Free: 800-782-5425

The colonial spirit in food, crafts and gifts

America’s past and New England craftsmanship and culinary skills meet at this historic landmark Inn. Yankee hospitality, homemade food and comfortable lodgings are just part of the 18th century experience. The old bake shoppe prepares sweet treats every day including pecan sweet rolls, bread pudding, and old fashioned raspberry-filled cookies along with Publick House favorites like apple butter and strawberry rhubarb jam, Specialty items like cookbooks and gifts abound while gift certificates can be used at any of the facilities for shopping, lodging, and dining New to-go foods provide some old fashioned comfort food to take home for dinner. Plan a stop here along your way to shop, dine and relax for a night or more and enjoy the comfort and ambiance of an era long since gone.

Warwick Mall

400 Bald Hill Road Warwick, RI, 02886 Phone: 401-739-7500

Warwick Mall is a very large, enclosed shopping mall anchored by Macy’s, JCPenney, Old Navy, Target, Nordstrom Rack and Jordan’s Furniture. It is easily accessible from Route 2 and I-95. If you want variety in your shopping, an attractive environment, and several places to dine during your shopping excursion, you’ve come to the right place. The mall is on bustling Route 2, with lots of other shopping venues, thus earning Warwick the nickname Retail Capital of Rhode Island. In addition to two large malls, 200 other shops and restaurants along Route 2 are ripe for exploration.

Kingston Collection

101 Kingston Collection Way Kingston, MA, 02364 Phone: 781-582-2445

This easily accessible mall means you can shop without the drop

Kingston Collection is anchored by some of the nation’s most popular brands for shopping and entertainment: Macy’s, Target and Regal Cinemas. You’ll find everything from clothing and accessories, footwear, cell phone services, electronics and even axe throwing! Bar Rustic and PiNZ offer sit down dining in addition to a food court. Specialty boutiques make the shopping fun: Victoria’s Secret, Hollister, American Eagle, Yankee Candle Company, Newbury Comics and Famous Footwear Outlet. Access is off Route 3 in Kingston and the commuter rail line between Boston and Cape Cod makes the travel even easier. Visit our website and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for a complete directory of stores, ongoing specials, promotions and a calendar of events.

Colony Place

174 Colony Place Plymouth, MA, 02360 Phone: 508-746-7663

Plymouth Colony has its own special shopping place

Colony Place - located just minutes from downtown Plymouth and the many historic attractions - Colony Place is a beautiful outdoor shopping center with over 50 stores and restaurants. Fashion, sporting goods, home goods, pet needs, electronics, even groceries - make Colony Place the One Place for Everything! Easy in and easy out plus plenty of free parking.

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Vermont Teddy Bear Factory & Bear Shop

6655 Shelburne Road Shelburne, VT, 05482 Phone: 802-985-3001 Toll-Free: 800-829-2327

Find your Bear necessities at this one of a kind Bear Factory and store

Set in scenic Shelburne Falls, VT Teddy Bear offers factory tours and an incredible store. Our retail store offers Vermont Teddy Bear’s entire collection of loveable Bears and animals, including Collector’s Teddy Bears and the perfect cuddly, floppy Bear for all your adventures. One of our most popular products is the Make-A-Friend-For-Life area where you can design, build and stuff your own Bear!