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Explor Peaks of Otter named as new concessionaire for Peaks of Otter Lodge

Dec. 11, 2024

The concessionaire will step in to run lodge, restaurant, lounge and retail operations in early 2025.

Milwaukee Art Museum doubles museum store size

Dec. 10, 2024

The remodeled store has also increased its merchandise selection and offers a modernized online store.

Florida Museum of Natural History prepares to renovate facilities and expand the gift shop

Dec. 6, 2024

The museum plans to temporarily close in 2025 to accommodate the $20 million renovation project.

Margaritaville Resort Orlando souvenir pins ‘Give Kids the World’

Nov. 20, 2024

Pins created by Impulse Souvenirs benefit and raise awareness for the nonprofit that treats critically ill children and families to whimsical vacations.

South Dakota Air & Space Museum debuts renovated gift shop

Nov. 19, 2024

The museum reopened its gift shop on Veteran’s Day.

Museum Store Sunday returns Dec. 1 to support local businesses

Nov. 1, 2024

The number of participating cultural institutions has tripled since Museum Store Sunday launched in 2017.

November kicks off Neighborhood Toy Store Month

Oct. 17, 2024

The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association has planned special events, promotions and activities for stores to celebrate this season.

Destination retailers, wholesalers rebuild in aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Oct. 5, 2024

The Category 4 hurricane caused flooding and other damages across the Southeast.

Tornado stricken Oklahoma retailer receives Heart on Main Street grant

Sept. 28, 2024

After a devastating tornado tore through Sulphur, Oklahoma, Heart on Main Street galvanized a campaign to help financially support the The Mix Mercantile’s rebuild efforts.

A reimagined Harwood Museum Store invites a connection to the mission

Sept. 28, 2024

After 11 months, the Taos, New Mexico, cultural institution celebrates a grand reopening and recognizes its pivotal role in the guest experience.

Eleven Lakes Market debuts storefront in Corning, New York

Sept. 26, 2024

The destination retailer and wholesaler will also use the new space for classes and events.

SSA Group partners with Wild Republic to recycle plush

Sept. 25, 2024

The companies have rolled out the Zero Waste Box program for plush at six zoo locations across the country.

SSA Group named first corporate member of Aquarium Conservation Partnership

Sept. 17, 2024

The partnership is focused on improving ocean health through programs that reduce plastic waste, protect marine wildlife and promote sustainability.

Turtle Cove Gift Shop opens at Kansas City Zoo's new Sobela Ocean Aquarium

July 25, 2024

New 900-square-foot store maximized space with a variety of sea-themed souvenirs.

Elmwood Park Zoo debuts new welcome center and gift shop

July 22, 2024

The zoo’s new gift shop is housed in the new 32,000-square-foot welcome center that opened in late June.

ExplorUS opens retail store at Lake Kachess

July 15, 2024

The new shop in central Washington will offer souvenirs as well as camping essentials.

Little League International debuts flagship store

July 12, 2024

Delaware north Sportservice will help the organization to manage the new storefront in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

Famous Chicago museum’s name change has merchandise impact

June 20, 2024

Stores inside the former Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago are phasing out the old name drops for new products featuring Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.

Universal Orlando Resort debuts limited-time Summer Tribute Store

June 11, 2024

The new gift shop offers collections related to new experiences available at the park this summer, including Ghostbusters, Back to the Future, E.T., Jaws and Shrek.

Zoo Boise breaks ground on new gift shop and red panda exhibit

May 30, 2024

Projects are part of the first phase of the multimillion dollar “Heart of the Zoo” campaign.