Gift Shops of Greater Rochester

-by Carol White Llewellyn

As a result of the pandemic and changes in buying habits from in-person to online, many gift shops have closed. To support local gift shops and encourage shoppers to buy local, we’ve put together a list of some of the fun boutiques and  gift shops in the Greater Rochester Region. We also include some of the museums and vendors that carry exciting arts and crafts created by Artisans and local artists.

We suggest you call ahead to confirm hours of operation for these shops.

Canandaigua, NY

• Aubergine - 143 South Main St. Canandaigua, NY - Aubergine is dedicated to selling tableware and gift items that have been produced in a socially responsible manner.
• Renaissance Goodie II Shoppe - 56 S Main St, Canandaigua, NY. A Finger Lakes landmark for unusual gifts, extraordinary decorative accessories for home and garden, jewelry, fine stationery, and whimsies! Open daily.
• Bay House Gift Shop at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion Historic Site - 250 Gibson Street, Canandaigua, NY. From gifts for the home to personal items and wine, you'll find something for everyone on your list. 

Greater Rochester, NY

• Amish Outlet & Gift Shop - 3530 Union St. in North Chili, NY. Your source for Amish-made furniture, sheds, play sets, and lawn and patio products. You can also find Christmas and all-season gifts.
• Archimage - 668 Monroe Avenue, Rochester, NY. Here, you’ll find a remarkable diversity of unusual merchandise into less than 3000 square feet of floor space including everything from apparel, footwear, jewelry, incense and new age gifts, art supplies and more.
• Bird House - 3035 Monroe Avenue, Rochester, NY. Besides carrying the biggest and best selection of wild bird items in Western New York we carry a large selection of cement and statuary, binoculars and scopes, garden decor, books, toys, jewelry, stationery and more!
• Craft Company No. 6 - 785 University Ave, Rochester, NY. Craft Company No. 6 is your destination for unique, handcrafted American & Canadian artisan jewelry, gifts and decorative accessories. Many of our pieces are one-of-a-kind, with select items available online. Visit our store in person to see our full collection.
• Creator's Hands, The - 1311 Mt. Hope Ave, Rochester, NY. The Creator’s Hands, a Gallery of Art and Craft, offers a unique shopping experience filled with delight and whimsy. You will find American handcrafted art, one-of-a-kind homewares, décor, pottery, jewelry, accessories, spiritual items and gifts crafted in clay, wood, fiber, metal, paper, and more.
• Figgy Studio & Shop - 251 Park Ave, Rochester, NY. We pride ourselves in the handmade creation of small-batch, high quality, affordable jewelry for everyone. All of our pieces are unique, one of a kind, and hand crafted by us in Rochester, NY. We carry our handmade jewelry, handcrafted items from over 30 local artists, clothing, accessories, and more.
• Glue Factory Gift Shop - 3252 Union St., North Chili, NY. We offer adistinctive blend of Victorian, Country, Contemporary, and very unique gifts and home accessories to choose from with 7,500 square feet to explore! In addition to local and regional products, we offer a wide variety of popular brands.
• Lala of Webster – 32 and 38 East Main Street, Webster, NY. Great Prices, Unique Gifts, Two Different Shops. At Lala, your well-being deserves the very best, so we’ve carefully gathered the cleanest, most ethical, locally-sourced products. Whimsies is home to a collection of novelty items including outdoor décor, featuring a selection of flags and mats, seasonal, and holiday items. Browse our crazy yo sox, gnomes, puzzles, games, and much more!
• Main Street Mercantile - 62 N Main St, Fairport NY. Fairport Street Mercantile offers a selection of gifts, home decor, crafts, collectibles & more by a gathering of crafters, artisans, vendors & collectors. We also have a Fairport & Erie Canal Shop with souvenirs, apparel and regional gifts.
• One World Goods - 3349 Monroe Avenue, Rochester, NY. One World Goods is Rochester’s only fair trade gift shop. Our products are made by fairly-compensated adult artisans and farmers in over 38 countries. The gift items created range from traditional folk crafts to modern designs. Sustainability is at the heart of our mission.
• Parkleigh - 215 - 235 Park Ave - Rochester, NY. Have fun. Feel good. Buy stuff. Voted Rochester's Best Gift store by the Democrat and Chronicle and by The City Paper. Parkleigh began as a pharmacy in 1960. In 1986 we said goodbye to the pharmacy and became the gift store you love today. Bridal registry available.
• Shops on West Ridge, The - 3200 Ridge Rd West, Rochester, NY. Upstate New York's most unique shopping destination, with two floors, and almost 60,000 square feet of shops. Every shop has its own unique character.
• The Store @ MAG (Memorial Art Gallery) - 500 University Ave., Rochester NY. THE STORE @ MAG features treasures from Upstate’s vibrant community of artists; the finest in handmade jewelry and artful items for your home. A purchase in THE STORE supports local artisans and provides funding for MAG exhibitions and educational programs.
• Women of Color NY - 539 South Avenue, Rochester, NY. Women of Color New York is a collaboration of women-owned businesses doing business under one umbrella. Our pillars of fashion, beauty and wellness, self-care and the dessert bar & bistro.

Hilton, NY

• Heart of Hilton Gift Shop – 9 South Avenue, Hilton, NY. A craft co-op gift shop with items made by local and regional crafters and artisans for home decor & more.

Mumford, NY

• Flint Hill Store at Genesee Country Village & Museum – 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY. A wide variety of gifts including food products, pottery, jewelry, toys and gifts, books and products made onsite at the museum.
• Primitive Country Gifts - 1014 Main Street, Mumford, NY - Housed in an 1840’s General Store located in the Historic Hamlet of Mumford, NY. Roam our two floors filled with antiques, home furnishings, handmades and gifts. Olde tyme scents, soft music & fresh brewed coffee return you to a simpler time.

Ontario, NY

• L W Emporium Co-op - 6355 Knickerbocker Rd, Ontario, NY. At L.W. Emporium, you'll find three floors of unique gifts, furniture, antiques and home décor.

Spencerport, NY

• The Unique Shop - 130 S. Union Street, Spencerport, NY. The Unique Shop is located in the village of Spencerport. Come see unique items not typically found elsewhere.

Victor, NY

• AE Gifts & Clothing - 10 E Main St, Victor, NY. Featuring unique gifts & accessories, an Artisan Market, Bills gear, apparel, items for kids, and more!
• Seneca Art & Culture Center Gift Shop - 7000 County Road 41 (Boughton Hill Road) Victor, NY - Authentic, one-of-a-kind, Haudenosaunee art, crafts, jewelry and gift items.
  Plus, an extensive selection of culturally relevant books, including a wide selection of children's books, and posters.