Megan Smalley
Registration opens for September Surf Expo
Events
June 16, 2025
The Sept. 4-6 watersports and coastal lifestyle trade show brings together the best in surf, resort, boutique and outdoor markets.
The Landing Pad gift shop opens in Wilmington, Illinois
Retailer News
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
Retailer News
June 11, 2025
The multimillion dollar project will modernize the zoo’s gift shop and admissions facility.
Mystic Ozark opens as new interactive museum in Hot Springs, Arkansas
Retailer News
June 5, 2025
The new museum features a gift shop near the exit with name-drop apparel and fun mementos for kids.
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo debuts recycled plush station in gift shop
Articles
May 15, 2025
The new Build-An-Ecokin station gives guest the option to make their own souvenir plush filled with recycled materials.
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.
Leaving a lasting impression
Product Trends
Feb. 25, 2025
With many museum shops located near the exit, souvenirs in these shops must make a lasting impression on customers and also connect to the museum’s mission.
Popularity with parks and small-town spots
Articles
Feb. 23, 2025
In 2025, vacationers yearn for unique landscapes, nostalgia and wellness on their trips.
Domestic travel to parks and small-town beaches on rise in 2025
Business
Jan. 28, 2025
Unique landscapes, nostalgia and wellness also mark 2025 travel trends.
New England shop owner opens new Perch + Petal gift shop
Retailer News
Jan. 24, 2025
The new shop in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, focuses on merchandise with nature themes and locally made gifts.
A gem at the park
Product Trends
Jan. 3, 2025
Jewelry with nature themes and ties to the area perform well at national and state park gift shops.
Souvenirs making waves at aquariums
Product Trends
Jan. 3, 2025
Sea-themed plush and sustainable gifts are among the most popular souvenirs at aquarium gift shops.
Town Pride awards first full franchise in State College, Pennsylvania
Wholesaler News
Dec. 27, 2024
The franchise will offer sustainably made products that celebrate local pride.
Milwaukee Art Museum doubles museum store size
Retailer News
Dec. 10, 2024
The remodeled store has also increased its merchandise selection and offers a modernized online store.
Kerusso grows its executive team by two
Wholesaler News
Nov. 19, 2024
The Christian apparel company has added a vice president of sales and vice president of marketing to its team.
South Dakota Air & Space Museum debuts renovated gift shop
Retailer News
Nov. 19, 2024
The museum reopened its gift shop on Veteran’s Day.
Memories on display
Merchandising
Nov. 5, 2024
Maximize the popularity of souvenir magnets and keychains with unique displays that appeal to customers.
Captivate with the caps
Product Trends
Nov. 5, 2024
Baseball hats, beanies and other novelty caps make very useful and stylish souvenirs.
All about the animals
Product Trends
Nov. 5, 2024
Top-selling souvenirs at zoo gift shops across the country are tied to favorite animals and trending styles.
Destination retailers, wholesalers rebuild in aftermath of Hurricane Helene
Retailer News
Oct. 5, 2024
The Category 4 hurricane caused flooding and other damages across the Southeast.
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