Bold Boutiques in Starved Rock Country

Bold Boutiques

IN STARVED ROCK COUNTRY

yond the beautiful natural scenery and delectable dining options, Starved Rock Country is also home to several of North Central Illinois’ most historic and picturesque shopping districts. Dotted with exciting boutique and artisan retailers, these thriving main streets and antique shopping areas offer stores to suit every shopper's tastes and interests. Whether you’re looking for unique home decor, seasonable fashion or the latest best-selling book, you’re bound to find some great boutique shopping in Starved Rock Country.

 229 ESTATES 229 W Main St, Ottawa www.229estates.com 229 Estates is one of Ottawa’s premier antique stores and gift shops, specializing in rare, unique and one-of-a-kind items. Inside this large downtown store, conveniently located on Mainstreet, you’ll find military antiques, collectibles, vintage furniture, sports and trading cards, collectible coins and currency, home decor, antique books and much more! Be sure to check out their second location, 229 Estates South (1002 1st St, Ottawa), that will be hosting regular antique and vendor markets.

 A MESS OF THINGS 726 LaSalle St, Ottawa www.facebook.com/messofthings Ottawa's A Mess of Things is a carefullycurated home and garden market, offering local and regionally-made goods, fair trade items, vintage apparel and much, much more. Located behind the iconic Peltier marble mural, this treasure trove of artisan items has been a staple of Ottawa's downtown boutique shopping district since 2012. Drop in to explore their ever-changing selection of vintage decor, jewelry, home goods, clothing, fair trade foods, bath and body products and local art.

 CANAL CARGO 737 1st St, LaSalle www.canal-cargo-market.business.site The Canal Cargo Market, located in historic downtown LaSalle, features more than 6,500 square feet of vintage, antique and shabby-chic decor. If you're looking for that perfect piece of upcycled vintage furniture, or just love the rustic and industrial elements of salvaged materials, Canal Cargo Market is a muststop location for you! Now that vintage architectural elements and reclaimed furnishings are more popular than ever, let Canal Cargo's staff help you plan your perfect space, finding you the tools and products you need to unleash your own creativity.

 CLARKS RUN ANTIQUES 215 N Division St, North Utica www.clarksruncreek.com/antiques Utica’s Clarks Run Antiques is home to a full wine bar, outdoor patio and the village’s largest selection of quality antiques and vintage pieces. Located just a short walk from bustling Mill Street, you’ll find over seventy experienced and professional vendor spaces selling exceptionally wellcurated collections of antiques. With the addition of their on-site wine bar, Clarks Run has cemented themselves as not only one of Starved Rock Country's best multi-dealer antique shops, but also a top notch destination for enjoying libations near Starved Rock State Park.

 H&H MERCANTILE 314 E Main St, Streator www.facebook.com/HnHmMercantile314 Fans of vintage won’t want to miss H & H Mercantile, which offers an eclectic selection of antiques, jewelry, collectibles, housewares, small furniture and much more. Located in the heart of Streator’s historic Main Street, H & H Mercantile provides a wider selection and better prices than their metropolitan competitors. If you’re a fan of vintage vinyl, you’ll want to pay a visit to H&H’s sibling store, Veranda Records and Art Ware (221 E Main St, Streator), home to Starved Rock Country’s largest selection of used records.

 JOBST MONUMENT AND GIFTS 402 W Main St, Ottawa www.facebook.com/Jobst-MonumentGifts-577097855658134/ Housed in a historic 1800’s building on Ottawa’s Mainstreet, Jobst Monument and Gifts hosts two stores under one roof. You’ll find a hand-picked selection of unique gifts for the home and garden, as well as a selection of tasteful monuments for families and civic memorials. While you’re there, be sure to check out Jobst’s fairy garden corner, perfect for gaining inspiration or picking up a few pieces for building your own whimsical miniature garden.

 LOCK 16 CAFE & GIFTSHOP 754 1st St, LaSalle www.iandmcanal.org/lock-16-cafe If you're looking for fascinating local history, unique gifts and a delicious bite to eat, chart a course for the Lock 16 Café & Visitors Center. This historic brick building serves as the headquarters of the I&M Canal National Heritage Area and features exhibits on the history, and lasting impact, of this man-made waterway. At the Lock 16 gift shop you’ll find a great selection of commemorative apparel, souvenirs and educational books for all ages.

 PETALS BY PEYTON 552 1st St, LaSalle www.petalsbypeytonreviews.com Looking to add some new houseplants to your collection? Stop by Petals By Payton for all your cactus, succulent and live flower arrangement needs. This chic store in downtown LaSalle offers a wide assortment of beautiful plants housed in funky reclaimed containers. While you're there, be sure to check out their home decor selection that features an assortment of great souvenirs and gift ideas.

 PRAIRIE FOX BOOKS 719 LaSalle St, Ottawa www.prairiefoxbooks.com Prairie Fox Books is home to Starved Rock Country’s best selection of reading material, boasting an impressive selection of books, spawning nearly any genre. Thrillers, mysteries, general fiction, historical fiction and graphic novels, for varying age levels, all have sizable sections. You’ll find the latest bestseller and shelves of must-read classics. The store also sports a great selection of middle grade and young adult literature, along with gift items sure to appeal to the avid readers in your life.

 ROCK PAPER SCISSORS 712 LaSalle St, Ottawa www.rockpaperscissors.toys If you’re shopping with kids in mind, be sure to visit Rock Paper Scissors, the area’s premier family-friendly shopping destination. This fun downtown Ottawa shop specializes in toys, early reader books, games and puzzles from some of the best brand names in the industry. Housed in a former onescreen movie theater, the shop features aisles of items that prove learning and fun don’t have to be mutually exclusive.

 WILD HEARTS BOUTIQUE 214 E Main St, Streator www.yourwildheartsil.com Wild Hearts Boutique offers "cowgirl spirit and gypsy soul" in the heart of downtown Streator. Selling a curated selection of ontrend apparel and fragrances, this stylish boutique is now located in a historic storefront on Stretor’s Mainstreet. Featuring a beautiful tin ceiling, chandeliers and shiplap walls this eclectic fusion of style is reflected in a great selection of clothes and accessories, like genuine leather boots or beautiful earth-toned wraps!