Grand Rapids shops that support local makers & artists
These 5 shops say on their own pages that they stock or support local makers, artists or authors. All are in Grand Rapids; see all 339 nationwide.
The 5 shops
The Spark (KCAD / Ferris State)
KCAD's downtown shop selling prints, decor, stationery and jewelry by KCAD students, alumni and West Michigan makers.
Heads up: Focused on KCAD students and alumni plus local West Michigan artists and makers.
Riverside Market
Eastown maker market with rentable shelves and booths for local makers and artists, plus pop-ups and workshops.
Heads up: This is paid shelf or booth rent plus a commission, not a curated buy.
Arts Marketplace (with Pack Elephant)
Nonprofit marketplace for women- and minority-owned makers. Pack Elephant's shop carries local goods from more than 60 makers, and there's a pop-up room.
Heads up: Focused on women- and minority-owned makers.
Schuler Books (Grand Rapids)
Large independent bookstore on 28th Street with a local-author consignment program.
Heads up: Appointment by email first.
GRPM Curiosity Shop (Grand Rapids Public Museum)
Museum shop turned destination for local goods by West Michigan artists.
Heads up: No posted application or terms.
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