Rhode Island's Blackstone Valley is home to antiques, museums and even wildlife refuges. Do some shopping, see a show or grab a beer. Whatever your mood, you're sure to find a way to Buy Local RI as you explore the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. The list below is full of great choices to get you started.
Jordan's Jungle
401-475-0100 / Explore this 4,500-square-foot tropical getaway in Pawtucket, with everything you need to fuel your own plant obsession or find home decor, gifts, plant based handmade candles, home and spa products.
Pine Swamp Place
401-658-1100 / This Cumberland established gift/antique store is the perfect place for locally made crafts, jewelry, home decor and so much more.
Flaunt Boutique
401-949-4849 / Located in Greenville, Flaunt Boutique is the spot for super cute and super trendy accessories, jewelry, handbags and more.
Stadium Theatre
Give the gift of entertainment! Stadium Theatre gift cards are the perfect gift for that special someone who has everything. From musicals to tribute bands or Divas of Drag to ballet, there's something for everyone at this Woonsocket landmark.
Saltitude Himalayan Salt Cave
401-359-7937 / Give a gift card to this meditative, peaceful and healing environment (which we could all probably use right now), located in Lincoln. Plus find other great soothing gifts.
Top Shelf Vintage
561-340-9355 / You’re not going to find a cooler shop than this one for vintage streetwear and collectables. “Always one-of-a-kind, always fresh,” Top Shelf Vintage is located in Pawtucket.
With Heart & Soul
401-658-3470 / Find a stylish array of gifts for every occasion and maybe even something special for yourself at With Heart & Soul in Cumberland.
Antiques Alley
401-949-4999 / This store is huge and chock full of thousands upon thousands of the coolest items! From hard-to-find records and vintage toys to antique furniture and home décor, find these special items all under one roof in Greenville.
Brown & Hopkins Country Store
401-568-4830 / Voted as the best local gift store in Blackstone Valley by the readers of Rhode Island Monthly, Chepachet’s Brown & Hopkins Country Store is one of the oldest country stores in America and it will not disappoint. Peruse their home decor, spa essentials, candles, quilts and more. Make sure to pick up some penny candy while you’re there to reward yourself for shopping locally.
Rhode Island Antiques Mall
401-475-3400 / This 20,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility is easily accessible right off of I-95 N in Pawtucket and hosts 200 quality dealers hailing from all over New England and beyond. One level of the store is dedicated to furniture, art, rugs, home decor items and fine collectibles displayed in showcases. The other level is jam-packed with an eclectic and ever-changing selection of all things antique.
Museum of Work & Culture
401-769-WORK (9675) / By giving the gift of a membership to the Rhode Island Historical Society you’ll support this critical organization in our state’s cultural heritage. The recipient can visit this brilliant museum located in Woonsocket, which tells the story of French-Canadian immigration to this area to work in the numerous mills during the American Industrial Revolution. They may also visit the Society’s other sites and enjoy many other perks.
Harmony Railway & Gift Shop
401-250-3435 / This nice rustic spot in Glocester sells handmade soaps and lotions, wood products, beeswax candles, honey, home decor and much more. And, while you're there shopping locally, their "Harmony Railway" is a fun train ride for children and adults of all ages to enjoy!
Hope Artiste Village
The Village hosts a creative mix of art studios and retail shops. This thriving mill space in Pawtucket boasts an eclectic shopping experience, where you'll find limited-edition jewelry, handcrafted string instruments, books, unique handbags and other one-of-a-kind artisan gifts.
Rokn' Art
401-227-9766 / A unique gift shop in Cumberland that offers many one-of-a-kind handmade items from owner Kristen Moreau and other local artisans.
Tall Tumbleweed
401-903-2869 / A woman-owned apparel business, reasonably priced femme vintage apparel and thoughtfully curated new housewares, apparel and accessories, all from vibrant, maximalist and cultured brands around the world. Located in Riverside.
The Modern Farmhouse
401-425-8000 / The Modern Farmhouse in Cumberland has been brightening homes with its vintage and new decor for years. Inspired by all things farmhouse, this shop sells upcycled and refinished furniture along with rustic and farmhouse goods!
Wright's Farm Gift Shop
401-765-5745 / This 4,000-square-foot boutique is tucked away in picturesque Harrisville in northern RI. Their shop offers fashion, fudge and fun for all ages and occasions, and carries a large selection of jewelry, fashion accessories, gifts for men and women, toys and gourmet candies. Their diverse lines showcase the latest styles, trends, fashionable brands, charitable lines, environmentally friendly and tried-and-true sentimental gifts at affordable prices.
Blackstone River Glass
401-773-3181 / Blackstone River Glass is a state-of-the-art glass studio, but it is more than just that. Gift the experience of partaking in one of their many workshops or visit their Gift Shop, Gallery and Showroom where you can purchase the works of their residents and other local glass artists. You'll find one-of-a-kind ornaments, bowls, glassware, vases, lighting and so much more at this Cumberland studio.
