Now more than ever, small businesses need you! Hannibal is open for in-store business with your safety in mind. Historic Downtown offers a variety of specialty and souvenir shops, antiques, art galleries, sweet treats, and more. It is the perfect time to gather those gifts or stocking stuffers for the upcoming holiday season or to simply indulge in some retail therapy. Start your extravaganza at the Visitors Center then head to the heart of downtown for plenty of shopping opportunities and support our local merchants.
From Unique to Antique
Quilting enthusiasts, we’ve got you covered! Since 1977, everything for your quilting wants and needs can be found at Hickory Stick Quilt Shop, a Better Homes & Gardens Top 10 Quilt Shop located right across from the Boyhood Home. Peek through stunning window displays and enjoy featured quilts, fabrics, and gifts. Appreciate over 2,000 bolts of fabric sure to spark your imagination. A trip to Hickory Stick will leave you wanting to come back to Hannibal time and time again. View Hickory Stick and 13 other quilt shops on the Missouri Highway 36 Quilt Trail here.
Shop locally at an array of available antique shops and emporiums. Travel back in time and bring a piece of Hannibal treasure back home! Explore Encore Emporium, Lydia’s Cabinet of Curiosities, Aunt Polly’s Treasures, Rags to Riches, Jill’s Handpicked Treasures and John’s Soda Pop Shop, and more. From vintage decor and collectibles to homemade furniture and signs, look no further than these small businesses in historic downtown Hannibal.
Something Sweet
Shopping small is pretty sweet, but world-class chocolate may be even sweeter! Visit Chocolaterie Stam for chocolate goodness and also a variety of candies, fine teas, wine, fudge, sugar-free items, homemade gelato and gifts!
A Special Gift!
Don’t leave Hannibal empty handed! There are many souvenir shops available to remember all the fun. Browse Mark Twain Book & Gifts, Ayers Pottery, Becky’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor & Emporium, and the Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum Gift Shop which includes not one, but three total shops! Each one offers a unique assortment of books, souvenirs and gift items. You can also take home a unique piece with a beautiful design from Ayer’s Pottery or grab a postcard and t-shirt from Becky’s. Shop small and shop local in Hannibal, MO. You’ll be glad you did! See more places of business in our directory or visit the local Chamber of Commerce website here.
