Retail Businesses
In the heart of our Village lies a vibrant retail scene, where quaint storefronts and bustling shops create a unique shopping experience unlike any other. From cozy boutiques to family-owned stores, our District is home to a diverse array of businesses that cater to the needs and desires of both residents and visitors alike.
Shopping and Retail
Bead In Hand
A premier bead shop boasting an exceptional array of beads and beading supplies. Our specialty lies in assisting you in discovering the perfect color, size, or shape bead (or other materials) for your project.
Dima Jewelry Atelier + Boutique
Dima Jewelry Designs is a small handmade Jewelry company based in Oak Park. Dima offers beautiful, modern and affordable jewelry. Beside Dima’s creations, the boutique carries body products, candles, and crochet goods by local makers.
Dye Hard Yarns
A small boutique yarn shop and community dye studio in the heart of the Oak Park Arts District.The home of Indie dyers, Hand dyers, Artisans, Makers and small businesses near and far.
Brown Elephant
Thrift & Consignment Store with fashionable finds, home décor, and everyday vintage style. All proceeds support LGBTQ+ healthcare and fund care for the uninsured and under-insured at Howard Brown Health.
Fifty First Street
Shop and studio for people interested in fostering a creative lifestyle. Offering handmade goods by local artists and tools for people to expand the boundaries of their own creativity. Our studio offers workshops for all ages.
G&G Home
A passion for creating a luxurious and inviting atmosphere drives everything they do. What began as a shared love for all things home and entertaining has blossomed into a one-stop destination for exquisite home decor and fragrance.
Purple Sun Arts
An immersive arts experience studio, gallery, and boutique offering original paintings, artwork, handcrafted jewelry and other items, collectibles, and antiques along with Cosmic Smashbooking™ and a Cosmic Coaching™ lounge.
Studio 144 Boutique
Cozy boutique offering women’s clothing small to 3X, jewelry, accessories, skincare, bath and body and more. Marcia will be ready to personalize your shopping experience. Ask about our vinyl paint parties for a fun and creative moment.
Val’s Halla
A collector’s paradise since 1972 known for new & used vinyl plus in-store performances with bar/cafe serving coffee and beer. Guided by its mission to provide an intentionally inclusive and inter-generational space in which to cultivate a love for all music.
Shop along Harrison Street
Visit many women-owned shops, galleries, studios, and more along Harrison Street in the Oak Park Arts District. There is so much to explore!
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Local Color: A Fine Arts Showcase
Come join us and enjoy the first Local Color Art Show featuring new work from four local artists. Fridays November 1–December 20 (Excluding November 29th) 5pm to 8pm Saturdays November 2–December 21 12pm to 4pm LOCATION The Office of Laura Maychruk Real Estate 911...
Give the Perfect Gift – Gift Card to Learn a new Language!
Register and give a gift card for Winter 2025 French classes with l’Institut français d’Oak Park! Get the new year off to a first-rate start by taking a professionally taught French class with l’Institut français d’Oak Park! Learn or improve your French in an...
Sip, Stroll, and Celebrate Local Art this Holiday Season!
Get ready for a fun and festive afternoon at the Art & Wine Walk in the Oak Park Arts District! On Saturday, December 14, from 3-7 PM, sip on curated wines, explore stunning local art, savor tasty small bites, and shop for unique holiday gifts—all while supporting...