Think you ’ ve hit all the holiday shopping destinations ? Think again . Baltimore ’ s museum gift shops are treasure troves of wares you won ’ t find anywhere else .

2 / BALTIMORE MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY

In line with the museum ’ s mission to celebrate Baltimore ’ s industrial spirit , the BMI ’ s gift shop abounds with goods from local makers and entrepreneurs . Featured products include youth-created art pieces from Baltimore ’ s Gifted , one-of-a-kind wooden bow ties and earrings from BMI Senior Educator John Green , and hand-forged iron pieces from BMI volunteer blacksmith Bob Webber — many of which are formed on-site in the BMI ’ s coke-fired forge . Find all these treasures in Locust Point at this former oyster cannery turned waterfront museum . 1415 Key Hwy .

4 / NATIONAL AQUARIUM

The National Aquarium is a nonprofit devoted to the care and preservation of aquatic animals and ecosystems , so its store is the perfect place to shop for the nature lovers in your life . Kids will adore the collection of sea creature plushies and building block sets while your earth-conscious friends will appreciate the store ’ s sustainable goods , which include t-shirts made from recycled water bottles . You can also opt for tickets or a membership to the National Aquarium instead , or make a donation in their name ! 501 E . Pratt St .

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But beyond serving as creative and educational travel destinations , our museums are also storehouses for original , authentic Charm City souvenirs and holiday gifts . From iron jewelry forged on-site to sustainable clothing and endearing children ’ s toys , you ’ re sure to impress your loved ones with items from these Baltimore museums .

1 / AMERICAN VISIONARY ART MUSEUM

Every inch of the American Visionary Art Museum is carefully curated to celebrate self-cultivated creativity in all its forms — including the museum gift shop . Inside the colorful , quirky “ Sideshow ” store ,

you ’ ll find novelties like zany socks , prank kits and silly sunglasses , plus coffee table books and , of course , art prints . You ’ ll also find exclusive items available only at AVAM , such as beaded art kits and the Kinetic Sculpture Raceinspired collaboration with Route One Apparel . 800 Key Hwy .

3 / BALTIMORE MUSEUM OF ART

Located in Charles Village not far from Johns Hopkins University , the Baltimore Museum of Art presents prestigious works from the 18th through the 20th century alongside innovative multimedia creations from contemporary artists . This juxtaposition is also present in the museum shop , which sells signature BMA merchandise like catalogues and photo books alongside fun , custom tote bags made in partnership with Greenmount West Power Press and dainty jewelry for children . 10 Art Museum Dr .

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5 / WALTERS ART MUSEUM

With high-quality prints of museum paintings , exhibit highlight books , miniature sculptures , decorative dinnerware , postcards and more , the Walters ’ gift shop is itself a mini museum . The store also boasts an exquisite jewelry collection consisting of Egyptian-inspired gold rings and bangles , Fabergé egg jewelry boxes and “ Barb- Wire ” neon necklaces made by Maryland ’ s own Barbie Levy . Can ’ t make it to Mount Vernon ? Shop online at thestore . thewalters . org . 600 N . Charles St .

ARIEL TABRITHA