Twin Maples
Bonni & Clyde
Diamondblue Surf Shop
Glass Onion
My Oyster
Shop Local DO A LITTLE CREDIT CARD damage in some of the island’s fine clothing shops; pick up some new sunglasses,
much more. Block Island’s natural beauty, its rolling hills, vivid skyline,
hats or bathing suits for long days at the beach; or browse
clifftop vistas, and fog-cloaked hollows have inspired scores
for Block Island inspired goods to take home — from home
of poets, painters, potters, musicians, and photographers.
décor to unique island-shaped jewelry.
Its solitude and grandeur have also created a vibrant
Only steps away from the ferry dock in Old Harbor is
community where artists can create in a place that, in
the heart of Block Island’s historic downtown. Most island
the off seasons, is removed from the hustle and bustle of
stores are mom and pop businesses and the range of items
ordinary life and, in summer, is filled with visitors seeking to
offered is truly astounding. Hand-painted wooden signs of
view and buy their work. From Marilyn Bogdanffy’s painted
island locations, and locally famous T-shirts vie for space
murals at the island’s State Airport, to Malcolm Greenaway’s
with designer handbags and fashionable resort wear. Forget
landscape photography, Block Island art has become world-
something? Not a problem. There are a host of choices to
renowned.
hook you up with everything from fishing and surfing gear to sunscreen and paperback books. In addition to the shopping in town, there is a Farmers
Local artists and craftsmen show at the many galleries that dot the downtown, during the Arts and Crafts Guild Fairs hosted on the Historical Society lawn a few times each
Market where island artists, chefs, and farmers gather each
season, and at the twice-weekly Farmers Market. Be sure to
Wednesday and Saturday morning to sell their wares. It’s
pencil in the Holiday Shopping Stroll for late fall: During
a great way to pick up locally grown produce, home-baked
the Thanksgiving weekend, island stores open their doors
goodies, locally made preserves, handcrafted jewelry, and
and offer dynamite discounts just in time for the holidays.
24 Close To Home, A World Away
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