List of participating Shires stores:
Pastime Pinball
4802 Main Street, Manchester Center, Vermont
(802) 366-1200
Playable pinball museum featuring 65 top-rated pinball games from 1947-present day plus a snack bar with vintage arcade games, video tables and craft beer! Gift certificates and branded merchandise make great gifts for the pinball enthusiast!
Apricot Lane
4763 Main St., Manchester Center, Vermont
(802) 362-9800
Women's clothing & jewelry newest trends, arriving daily
The Village Chocolate Shoppe
471 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 447-3789
Delicious handcrafted mouthwatering chocolates, fudge, truffles and buttercrunch made fresh in our candy kitchen. Holiday candy trays and gift baskets available. Taste our homemade Gelato or a cup of delicious gourmet Hot Chocolate
The Bennington Museum
75 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802)-447-1571
Bennington Museum collects and interprets the art and history of the region and is dedicated to providing engaging learning opportunities to this community.
Knapps - Music, Toys & Hobbies
417 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 442-6252
Knapp's carries an eclectic mix of toys and games, science and art & crafts kits for kids, models & rockets, Vermont Souvenirs and lots of unique gifts. The music room boasts a vast selection of instruments - guitars, ukuleles, mandolins & banjos - amps, sound equipment and a full line of music accessories. We specialize in family fun!
The Tuscan Sunflower
318 North Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 447-4900
The Tuscan Sunflower is a local, independent, full-service flower shop that specializes in an extensive selection of cut flowers and tropical plants.
Gremlin Fine Art/Vermont Bowl Mill
4712 Main Street, Manchester Center, Vermont
(802) 362-4766
Oil painting, ski posters, prints and a large collection of animation, plus custom framing. Our Vermont Bowl Mill has hand-made bowls, vases, cutting boards, rolling pins and more, made from local Vermont woods.
Massage For You
5 Bank st, North Bennington, Vermont
(321) 663-8672
Massage therapy, spa services, aromatherapy products
Hawkins House
262 North Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 447-1778
The place to shop for jewelry and gifts! An extraordinary selection of hand crafted jewelry by Ed Levin, Jeff Gray, and many more. New and gently used clothes, handbags and accessories, scarves, wood ware, glass, pottery, and a children's department. Something for everyone, our customers tell us we are "well worth the trip!"
Rablogan Castle of Scotland
5187 VT Route 7A (Shires of Vermont Byway), Arlington, Vermont
(802) 549-8928
Purveyors of Scottish Lifestyle Elements including Clothing and Accessories for the whole family, Highland Specialty Clothing, Home Decor, Imported and Locally produced Scottish Foods - Salmon, Cheese, HAGGIS, Meats, Fish, Pies, Bread and Baked Goods - as well as Groceries and Candy,
The Elm Street Market
251 Elm Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802)-442-4774
Deli & Sandwich Shop with unique VT products and more!
White Rocks Design Studio
425 North Branch Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 447-0169
We are a full-service graphic design one-stop-shop, business cards, vehicle lettering, stickers, banners, mugs, and T-shirts, yard signs, and everything in between. Where if you look good we look good!
Jay's Art Shop and Frame Gallery
115 South Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 447-2342
Largest art supply store in Vermont. Also a very large selection of gift items for many occasions, clothing, Sweat and T Shirts.Also a large selection of greeting cards, many at 50% off. Custom picture Framing since 1972 by expert framers. Many pieces of framed art on display for sale. Parking is available in front of store or in the rear area. New. Yankee Candle in our candle department.
Hildene - The Lincoln Family Home
1005 Hildene Rd, Manchester, Vermont
(802) 362-1788
Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home is the summer residence of Robert Todd Lincoln, situated on 412 acres of quintessential Vermont landscape. This cultural heritage site features the Lincoln family's home, fully restored wooden Pullman railcar Sunbeam, goat dairy and Dene farm, Welcome Center and The Museum Store, gardens, and over 12 miles of walking trails. In addition to tours Hildene provides educational opportunities and programming year-round. Hildene is a federally designated 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Bringing You Vermont
434 Main St, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 753-7639
Country store featuring all made
in Vermont products as well as an onsite nut-free cafe. Gift baskets, catering, curbside, delivery and shipping available.
couch + cork
113 South St, Suite 302, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 440-0437
Miss socializing? couch + cork is the answer. Our 100% covid-friendly virtual wine tastings are the perfect night in. Conducted over Zoom these tastings are fun, wine-snob free and arm you with the practical wine knowledge you need to enjoy wine better.
La Peche Lingerie
4732 Main Street, Manchester, Vermont
(802) 362-2727
A locally owned, full service shop offering professional bra fitting, sleepwear, shape wear, men's and women's underwear, and other body positive lingerie.
Mount Anthony Country Club & THE GRILLE
180 Country Club Drive, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 442-2617
Championship 18 Hole Course, open to the Public and The GRILLE at Mt. Anthony restaurant offering delicious seasonal menus with warm, casual and generous Vermont hospitality. Beautiful life celebrations and Vermont weddings year-round.
The Gift Garden
431 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 447-7222
The Gift Garden is a full service florist and gift shop that proudly serves the Bennington and surrounding community since 1976. The Gift Garden takes great pride in being your Home town florist. Located in the Heart of Downtown Bennington, we are neighbors of the Historic Putnam building. Our Customers know that a visit to our shop or a phone call is all it takes to get the signature Floral pieces, plants, fruit or Gourmet Baskets, along with unusual, unique and reasonable priced gifts to please all tastes and ages. Through our many years in business, Our friendly and knowledgeable staff has come to know our customers and what they need. We look forward to having you stop in to experience the personalized service and quality you know you can count on.
Manchester Woodcraft
175 Depot Street, Manchester Center, Vermont
(802) 362-5770
Wooden handmade gifts, kitchenware, furniture, decor, and more! Since 1950, Manchester Woodcraft has done more than refine an old tradition. Our talented team of woodworkers have made high quality woodenware, furniture, and gifts at unbelievably affordable prices. Decades of fine tunining our process has allowed us to create timeless, useful pieces for any home and any budget. Our products are handmade in small batches from our factory/retail shop located in Manchester, Vermont. Shop online or visit our retail/woodshop location where you can observe the woodwork in action.
The Beyond Gallery & Gift Shop
437 Main St., Bennington, Vermont
(802) 753-7502
Your place for art and gifts beyond the ordinary! We have a newly expanded gift shop featuring DIY kits and art supplies to get your creative juices flowing, home goods, greeting cards, jewelry, art prints and so much more!
Woodford General Store
5053 VT Route 9, Woodford, Vermont
(802) 681-7580
Country Store and Deli featuring Vermont Products, Gifts, Clothing, Groceries and General Merchandise. Gas coming soon. Catering, Gift Certificates, Beer, Wine, Tobacco, Fire Permits, Fire Wood, Camping Supplies and more.
The Bennington Bookshop
467 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 442-5059
Retail bookshop -- new books, cards, book-related items, gift certificates
The Village Peddler and Chocolatorium
261 Old Mill Road, PO Box 156, East Arlington, Vermont
(802) 375-6037
Welcome to the home of Vermont's most mouthwatering chocolates, fudge, truffles and buttercrunch made fresh in our candy kitchen. See an array of Vermont specialty foods such as maple syrup and maple candy; cheddar cheese and crackers; homemade preserves and jelly. Discover Cocoa, the world's largest chocolate teddy bear, along with a large selection of cuddly teddy bears, country gifts, body lotions, and taste tempting gift baskets. visit our Chocolatorium and explore the world of chocolate. Here you will learn about where chocolate comes from and how it is made. Also make your own chocolate bar.
My Generation Vintage
110 Booth Ter, Bennington, Vermont
(917) 699-0921
Vintage clothing boutique offering a unique selection of clothing and accessories from the 1900s-1970s. Select from dresses, handbags, jewelry and more. Offering a personalized shopping experience to help you create a confident and unique look.
Spice 'n Nice
223 North Street, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 442-8365
Vermont's Oldest Natural Food Store! Local food and gifts! Your local downtown grocery store and so much more. Phone, Facebook and website sales available too!
JK Adams
1430 Rte. 30, Dorset, VT 05251 USA
(802) 362-4422
A Kitchen Store that carries kitchen gadgets, décor and tabletop that is also a manufacturer of kitchen item made of wood: cutting boards, wine and pot racks.
The Gamers Grotto
457 Main St, Bennington, Vermont
802) 447-0091
The Gamers Grotto is an all around game store featuring Board Games, Video Games, Collectible Card Games and so much more.
Pangaea
1 Prospect Street, North Bennington, Vermont
(802) 442-4466
Located in the heart of North Bennington, Pangaea has been providing fine and casual fare for almost 20 years. We have now pivoted to offering baked goods in the morning and lunch as well as dinner, Tuesdays-Saturdays. Gift cards and pre-order baked goods are available as well for all your holiday needs!
Paula's Rock Shop & Weaving Workshop
126 Washington Ave, Bennington, Vermont
(802) 442-4808
Friendly, owner operated New Age rock and mineral shop specializing in metaphysical crystals, cabinet specimens and local minerals. We also have a large selection of Tarot and Oracle Decks, Singing Bowls, personal growth and inspirational books, jewelry, smudge sticks, witch balls and other ornamental glass, dream catchers, baskets and more.
This program was made possible through COVID Relief Funds provided by the Agency of Commerce and Community Development. The Restart Vermont Regional Marketing and Stimulus Grant Program through ACCD provided grants to organizations for efforts and activities related to economic recovery, consumer stimulus, marketing, or tourism related projects to support businesses that have suffered economic harm due to the COVID-19 public health emergency. The grants are intended to enable local, regional, or statewide organizations to implement campaigns and initiatives that will increase consumer spending, support local businesses, and advance community recovery efforts.
Eligible applicants included downtown organizations, chambers of commerce, regional development corporations, municipal economic development/community development departments and committees, local community/economic development organizations, statewide business organizations, or other similar groups.