Love to Shop?

We have the weird, the wonderful, the elegant and the elevated.

Artisans Bring the Love
Our vibrant artisan community says a lot about the way we support small businesses in Akron-Canton. And lucky for shoppers we do. You’re going to fi nd spectacular and unique works for sale here and even meet the people who made them.

Crafty Mart—a nonprofi t that helps local artists, makers and artisans refi ne and showcase their creative businesses—holds regular sales at their Carbon Black space on the second fl oor of the Bounce Innovation Hub, housed in an old tire factory.

At Akron’s Northside District, you’ll fi nd the spacious Zeber- Martell Gallery & Clay Studio, which has everything from massive wall art to homey teapots. While in the District, visit the Northside Marketplace brimming with grass roots artisans, including Akron Honey and the Red Velvet Men’s Grooming Co.

Summit Artspace, an artist-community collaboration, anchors Akron’s Historic Art District. Akron Soul Train, an arts residency program, has a funky store on South Main Street in the heart of downtown.

Make sure to travel to Don Drumm Studios & Gallery near The University of Akron. The minute you enter its courtyard, you’ll feel the magic. Consistently honored as one of the top contemporary craft retailers in the nation, Don Drumm’s fi ve thousand square feet is nearly overfl owing with jewelry, glass, sculptures and ceramics made by more than 500 of the fi nest craftsmen from across the country. On nearby Spicer Street, visit Akron Glass Works where you can learn glassblowing and buy one-of-a-kind pieces.

The Canton Arts District downtown has more than 20 studios and galleries enhanced by 44 pieces of public art. Make sure to stop by the extraordinary Joseph Saxton Gallery for stunning historic and contemporary photography.

It’s Happening in Hartville
Hartville, a village of 3,000 between Akron and Canton, gets two million visitors a year, drawn by its retail scene. The year-round Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market is the largest in Ohio with acres of indoor and outdoor shopping and as many as 1,200 vendors. The Southside Market sells fresh produce, Amish cheeses, meat and gifts.

At more than 300,000 square feet, Hartville Hardware & Lumber is the largest independent home center store in the country. The Shops at Hartville Kitchen has everything from fashions to keepsakes. Get fresh-cut fl owers at Bloom Hill Farm and sweet treats at Hartville Chocolate Factory.

Our Vintage Shines
Whether you’re into 1960s Mod or Art Deco, our vintage stores have your vibe.

The Bomb Shelter in Akron’s Middlebury Neighborhood has furniture right off the Mad Men set, but it also has old cameras, hubcaps and more.

Marigold Sōl in Akron’s Kenmore neighborhood revitalizes vintage furniture and home décor. It also sells curated supplies for DIY projects. Classes available.

Modern Traditions Co. in the Bounce Innovation Hub has fun and funky clothing and miscellany from every era.

City Brocante on Front Street in Cuyahoga Falls has jewelry, home décor and books from bygone eras. From 40s-era chic to 70s kitsch. Refreshed and ready for re-use.

HOUSE at Hudson has “well-traveled” furniture, décor as well as some new goods. Design services from owners Jean and Amy will help you mix vintage with new.

The upbeat and off beat collide at Arrowhead Vintage and Handmade Goods in the downtown Canton Arts District. The store describes its inventory as “genuinely weirdo stuff .”

Seville Antique Mall in this rural Medina County community has American primitive and folk art antiques from 30 dealers.

Hudson Has It All
Hudson, one of the fi rst outposts of the Connecticut Western Reserve, retains a charming East Coast feel. Check out The Learned Owl, a remarkable independent bookstore on three fl oors in the heart of town. The Grey Colt has been outfi tting women in classic clothing for decades. First & Main, an outdoor lifestyle retailer with upscale chains such as Talbots and Chico’s, has been integrated seamlessly into the historic downtown.

Mosey in Medina
Medina, in one of the fastest growing areas of Northeast Ohio, retains its small-town charm thanks to the momand- pop shops that line its central square. The fl agship store of the A.I. Root Co., one of the oldest and fi nest candle makers in the country, is a must-see. Miss Molly’s Tea Room and Gift Shop has expanded to include a boutique. Eastwood Furniture prides itself on its Amish-built quality. The Gardener’s Cottage off ers uplifting décor for home, garden, patio and porch.

Stroll Our Malls
In Fairlawn, Summit Mall has the only Apple store between Cleveland area and Columbus.

Belden Village Mall in North Canton has all the favorites, including Pink and Buckle.

Aurora Farms Premium Outlets has bargains on name brands, including Coach and Michael Kors.