Shops in Wisconsin That Support Local Makers
These 15 shops say on their own pages that they stock or support local makers, artists or authors. All are in Wisconsin; see all 500 nationwide or the Milwaukee page or the Madison page.
The 15 shops
Swoon Trinkets and Doodads
Neighborhood gift shop of trinkets and doodads, with a strong focus on work by local artisans and crafters.
Heads up: Submissions are reviewed monthly, so expect a wait.
Story Keepers Books
Independent bookshop that consigns books by local authors alongside work by local artists and makers.
Heads up: Their contact page gives only the LLC address (3241 N 87, Milwaukee 53222).
Cedarburg Art Museum Museum Shop
Museum gift shop carrying work by more than 70 area artists: jewelry, ceramics, paintings, prints, accessories and greeting cards.
Heads up: Museum shop.
Milwaukee Makers Marketplace
Permanent marketplace and gallery showcase inside Hide House, with 50+ local makers, bakers, students and artists.
Heads up: This is the standing shop.
Lion's Tooth
Bookstore and art space specializing in zines, prints, small-press books and comics for kids and adults. It's mission-driven to support local artists and authors and also runs the Dandelion Comics Residency.
Heads up: There's no published submission process, so start by asking.
The Waxwing
Long-running East Side shop for locally made art and handmade goods, carrying more than 350 local and national artisans. It moved to Farwell Ave in June 2026.
Heads up: This is a wholesale buy, so have wholesale pricing and minimums ready.
Madison Art Market
Year-round curated art market and gallery for Wisconsin artists and makers.
Heads up: Wisconsin creators only.
Anthology
Paper, craft and gift shop that sells local artists' work on consignment.
Heads up: Reviews can be slow.
Hatch Art House
Art house and shop on Willy Street selling work by Wisconsin artists on consignment.
Heads up: Wisconsin artists only.
Ink & Ivy Book Boutique
Tiny neighborhood book boutique, open daily 10am to 6pm.
Heads up: Books only.
mindfully inspired
Warm, eclectic art shop with work by 60+ Wisconsin artists.
Heads up: Collective terms aren't posted.
Chazen Museum of Art Shop
Campus museum shop with collection-inspired goods, student designs and work by local artists.
Heads up: Museum shop.