Gift Shops in Rockport, MA

“What a beautiful little shop! Full of items from clothing and accessories to housewares and artwork. One stop shopping. I picked up something for me and items for souvenirs. Beautiful art items from local artisans. Unique bags and accessories. Pillows and throws! My favorite of all was the beautiful selection of baby items and clothing. Prices are extremely reasonable. The owner was very helpful and friendly!”

“This charming shop in Rockport has become a must-visit for me! The owner is an absolute gem - friendly, helpful, and incredibly knowledgeable about her products. Whether you're looking for a special gift or a treat for yourself, you're guaranteed to find something amazing here. The care and attention to detail are evident throughout the store, making the shopping experience truly delightful. I can't recommend it highly enough!”

“I'm standing in the middle of Bearskin Neck Street. My eyes reach the end of the most picturesque street in Rock Port, in the
Essex County, Massachusetts, United States.

On my left side, Old Harbor Rd begins; and a little further but now on the right side begins Bradley Wharf. I stand for a few minutes in this tiny carrefur, enjoying the perspective, with its old buildings in front of me, now very well groomed.
pastel colors, some white and others in different shades of navy blue..., from all the houses emerge attractive and picturesque advertisements of various manufacturing, banners and shipping flags, which advertise everything: bazaars, nautical clothing stores, local crafts; painting galleries everywhere with their paintings on permanent display; beyond, something that looks like a tavern, here, a holistic store. It is not possible to visit them all in one day - I am on my way to Salem.

I decide on The Pewter Shop. I enter. What a way to reflect natural light from this material (!) - made up of 90-95% tin, 2-5% copper and antimony (already lead-free). What some call, disparagingly, “poor silver”: Vases, trays, jugs, centerpieces, a universe of shapes, styles and purpose. Although people smoke less and less or do so outdoors, ashtrays are the most in that fair of shiny objects; Better than him
Steel. One of the great advantages of Pewter is that it does not corrode or stain over time. For me, better than silver: lighter, brighter, cheaper.

I leave without buying anything but that doesn't mean they greeted me and said goodbye with a smile. I continue my way. Now I am admiring a great painting, a Marina, “this painting would decorate an entire room, alone!” I think.

I go back a little to take a photo of a detail. I return to my starting point, right in the middle where these 3 streets converge. Where to continue? I have left my car on Atlantic Av; It's the weekend, and I've come here stopping in every window, in every little store in town and I've even tasted a Sam Adams Lager beer in one of them - in a glass container, the size of which is perfect for me - my favorite, for long.

I begin to walk in a straight line to the sea and enjoy all the diversity of goods and merchandise sold here. Each house front is a small postcard. There is no one to go to. He took out my cell phone and took the best or most original facades; The sideboards are also spectacular and very creative.

I observe, now close to coming across the Sea Front Roundabout, at the end of Bearskin Neck, the old part of the
Rock Port Pier. Some multicolored cylinders hanging along the entire length of a large warehouse catch my attention. That whole set of objects in apparent chaos attracts me. All of this forms a very aesthetic and balanced set. A few days later I find out that what caught my attention so much has been the subject of paintings and photographs and that the site is called “Motif 1” and that it has even appeared in movies(!).

Such is the magic that surrounds this city bordering the county of Essex, Ma. Discovered at the beginning of the 17th century, by the French, but practically used as a logging and fishing port by the inhabitants of Gloucester and made official as a city until the 1840s.

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“This Store is MAGICAL! It's like stepping into Narnia. I find it funny how bent up some people are because the wonderful girls who run the store have turned it into something more beautiful then it used to be. A long time ago this shop was just another generic hippie new age incense rock shop that sold ugly hippie clothing..and those are a dime a dozen. If that's a kind of shop you prefer, then unfortunately there's a store just like that across from this one. Now this store.. it's magical.. and dazzling..! They still have cool rocks and fossils, but girls behind the counter are so knowledgeable about the origins, meanings, and uses for each stone. They still sell clothes, but it's stylish clothes that are fair trade! Pretty clothes that don't make you look like you fell off a gypsy caravan haha. The back of the store they turned into a wonderful gallery space, with handmade watercolors and oil paintings. They're even creating amazing wire wrapped jewelry! One of the girls does amazing things with very old vintage keys! Everything is locally made! Oh! and they sell seashells! There was a store in Rockport with the flirty seashell captain, but he closed. One of these young ladies worked for him and decided to bring in the same quality shells he had. Theres a silver jewelry down the street who also sells the same exact shells.. but cost 5 times more.. ridiculous! Also.. for those ignorant customers.. This store has had the same owner for a while now, he just had the smarts to let these wonderful artists change up the look of the store to set them apart from those other stores. Thank you girls! -Karen”

“Just purchased a charming children's book at Paper Mermaid while visiting Rockport: "A Day in Rockport: Scenes From a Coastal Town", illustrated by store owner Mary Faino. Mary kindly inscribed a personal message for my grandnephew. I highly recommend the store -- and the book!”

“Nancy has done a superb job in her renovation with her merchandise beautifully displayed! I encourage you to visit this delightful shop where there's something for everyone. You will appreciate her welcoming charm and her excellent customer service!”