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The J.M. Smucker Co. donates retail facility to Ohio food bank

Oct. 6, 2025

The 19,000 square foot building and 30-acres of land is the largest donation ever received by the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.

US government shutdown impacts travel and retail industries

Oct. 3, 2025

While many federal government-owned attractions are closed, some destinations and gift shops will remain open.

66 & Sunny Trading Company debuts as souvenir store

Sept. 24, 2025

The new store offers Route 66-themed souvenirs and gifts within the Mother Road Market food and shopping hall.

Georgia’s Vogel State Park celebrates opening of new visitor center

Sept. 24, 2025

Expanded retail area part of the multimillion-dollar project.

Bishop Museum announces new retail partnership

Sept. 19, 2025

Hawaiian Council has taken over gift shop operations and is renovating to spotlight more Hawaiian-made products.

Wanderlust opens as souvenir shop at Dulles International Airport

Sept. 3, 2025

The new gift shop features unique souvenirs that celebrate the spirit of Washington, D.C.

New retail gift shop opens at Silver Falls State Park

Aug. 6, 2025

Ten Falls Supply Co. will offer a mix of gifts, hiking gear, snacks and souvenirs for visitors to the Oregon park.

Detroit Zoo debuts revamped gift shop

Aug. 5, 2025

The zoo opened its remodeled gift shop in April with a goal of enhancing guest experiences.

WHSmith expands retail presence at John F. Kennedy International Airport

Aug. 5, 2025

The company was awarded eight new stores in the airport’s New Terminal One, which opens in 2026.

Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History debuts new gift shop

July 30, 2025

The Santa Cruz, California, museum hopes to expand revenue with its new gift shop.

Delaware North installs self-service kiosks at park and attraction gift shops

July 29, 2025

The hospitality management company has installed 85 retail kiosks across many locations.

San Diego’s The Nat reprograms retail with a local presence

July 22, 2025

Gold Leaf opens a second South Park neighborhood shop at the San Diego Museum of Natural History.

Lucy the Elephant to open new gift shop, interpretive center

July 10, 2025

The popular New Jersey roadside attraction has demolished its original gift shop and opened a temporary gift shop while the new center is built.

McGillin’s Olde Ale House opens Philadelphia gift shop

July 8, 2025

The 165-year-old tavern wants to offer one-of-a-kind souvenirs in honor of the city’s oldest bar and other Philly mementos.

The People’s Place AVL gift shop opens in Asheville, North Carolina

July 7, 2025

The mini museum and gift shop offers stories and souvenirs tied to both historic and modern people-led movements.

Heart on Main Street introduces Independent Rebuild Project

July 3, 2025

The nonprofit organization plans to support Dogwood Darlings Boutique in Asheville, North Carolina, for its first Independent Rebuild Project.

SSA named new retail partner of Chicago's iconic Field Museum

July 2, 2025

Partnership brings curated and interactive retail experiences rooted in education, exploration, and sustainability to one of the world's leading natural history museums.

North Carolina Aquarium receives donation from coastal retailer

June 30, 2025

The Cottage Shop donated $1,600 to the aquarium to help with sea turtle conservation work.

The Landing Pad gift shop opens in Wilmington, Illinois

June 13, 2025

The store offers merchandise tied to the town and the Gemini Giant statue, a popular roadside attraction along Route 66.

Montgomery Zoo plans major renovation project to entrance and gift shop

June 11, 2025

The multimillion dollar project will modernize the zoo’s gift shop and admissions facility.