Art & Craft shopping in Boston
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North Bennet Street School
The North Bennet Street School has been training craftspeople for over 100 years. Established in 1885, the school offers programs in traditional skills like bookbinding, woodworking and locksmithing. The school’s on-site gallery sells incredible hand-crafted pieces made by students and alumni. Look for unique jewelry, handmade journals and exquisite wood furniture and musical instruments.
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South End Open Market
Part flea market and part artists’ market, this weekly outdoor event is a fabulous opportunity for strolling, shopping and people-watching. Over 100 vendors set up shop under white tents. It’s never the same two weeks in a row, but there’s always plenty of arts and crafts, as well as edgier art, vintage clothing, jewelry, local farm produce and homemade sweets. For antiques, go directly to the SoWa Antiques Market inside the old trolley barn.
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Ten Thousand Villages
A unique nonprofit store, Ten Thousand Villages imports handicrafts from developing countries for a fair price, so you won't find any incredible bargains here. On the other hand, the craftsmanship on baskets, pottery and textiles is excellent, and you can rest easy knowing your purchase helps to pay for food, education, health care or housing for somebody who needs it.
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Society of Arts & Crafts
This prestigious nonprofit gallery was founded in 1897. With retail space downstairs and exhibit space upstairs, the society promotes emerging and established artists and encourages innovative handicrafts. The collection changes constantly, but you’ll find weaving, leather, ceramics, glassware, furniture and other hand-crafted items.
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Celtic Weavers
If you really wanted to vacation in the islands (the British Isles, that is), you may wish to bring home a souvenir from Celtic Weavers. Beautiful handmade sweaters, hats and blankets will keep the chill away on a rainy afternoon. Other items include expensive jewelry and fine china from Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
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Cambridge Artists' Cooperative
Owned and operated by Cambridge artists, this three-floor gallery displays an ever-changing exhibit of their work. The pieces are crafty – handmade jewelry, woven scarves, leather products and pottery. The craftspeople double as sales staff, so you may get to meet the creative force behind your souvenir.
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