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blasting off into fun
Product Trends
May 1, 2025
Kids’ attraction gift shops offer popular, nostalgic and eco-friendly items themed to the destination.
A retail ‘encounter’ of biblical proportions
Profiles
May 1, 2025
The Ark Encounter gift shops give visitors several venues with relevant gifts and resources that are anchored to the museum experience.
Keepin‘ it beachy
Product Trends
May 1, 2025
Stand out from the beach store next door with a combination of tried and true styles and newer trending pieces.
History, nature and lodge take-homes
Profiles
May 1, 2025
Hueston Woods State Park is a natural getaway, and the gift shop gives guests a way to remember their time there.
Hot potato
Profiles
May 1, 2025
this Idaho museum gift shop takes taters to the next level with name-drop souvenirs and products that are uniquely Blackfoot County.
Enhancing the visitor experience
Product Trends
May 1, 2025
Park retailers put immense thought into the merchandise at their shops, making sure souvenirs big and small connect well to these awe-inspiring destinations.
Funny business
Profiles
April 30, 2025
The Comedy Shop offers curated humor and laughs, blending comedy with a unique shopping experience.
Sunshine Award Winner: Iowa Children’s Museum
Sunshine Award Winner Profiles
April 30, 2025
A mission of play brings out the imagination of all ages.
USS Midway's revamped gift shop is ready to soar
Retailer News
April 29, 2025
The reimagined Jet Shop features a brighter, open and highly visual retail experience.
Planning for uncertain times
Tariffs
April 29, 2025
The gift and souvenir industry is responding to the tariffs impacting their businesses.
Yoonique releases LaBabies plush line
Wholesaler News
April 28, 2025
The new line of anime-inspired plush debuts on shelves this spring.
Retail sales rise in March despite consumer worries
Business
April 28, 2025
NRF reports that more consumers are concerned about prices as tariffs rise.
Aurora World announces several executive promotions
Wholesaler News
April 25, 2025
The plush toy and gift manufacturer has promoted team members to executive vice president and senior vice president of sales.
SGN and Seaside Retailer win 2025 Azbee Awards for editorial excellence
Business
April 24, 2025
The publications received regional awards for company profiles and a how-to article.
Dallas Market Center launches anti-tariff initiative
Tariffs
April 24, 2025
The initiative includes a petition and retail action plan.
Las Vegas Market Summer 2025 to present dynamic mix of gift and home temporaries
Events
April 24, 2025
The temporaries will feature both established and emerging brands in six categories.
Summer Atlanta Market to offer revamped gift resources
Events
April 23, 2025
Show organizers list six updates for the Summer 2025 event.
Gift For Life and NY NOW partner for 2025 AIDS Walk New York
Events
April 21, 2025
The fundraising event is scheduled for May 18 in New York City.
Heart on Main Street donates over $20,000 to independent retailers
Retailer News
April 21, 2025
The organization has also started a new giving initiative for independent retailers.
New England Made show highlights hot products, emerging brands
Events
April 14, 2025
Spring event in Portland, Maine, showcases creativity and fosters up-and-coming companies.
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