Brookings (11-2-26) — Five Brookings-area cultural organizations are inviting people to shop local at a Gifting for Good gift shop event Thursday, Nov. 19 through Saturday, Nov. 21.
The partnership between the Brookings Arts Council, McCrory Gardens, Children’s Museum of South Dakota, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, and the South Dakota Art Museum invites shoppers to check out the unique, one-of-a-kind merchandise each gift shop offers.
From books to jewelry, to toys and art, purchases directly support the mission of each organization. Each gift shop will also have extra activities throughout the 3-days.
Participating Gift Shops:
Brookings Arts Council: (524 4th St.) Join us for the 2026 Festival of Trees and explore our pop-up holiday store, featuring local artisan items.
McCrory Gardens: (631 22nd Ave.) Unique items from local vendors including hand-made mittens, candles, cards, and plants. Be on the lookout for a wreath-making workshop hosted with the SDSU Horticulture Club.
Play Central Toys & Books (located at Children’s Museum of South Dakota 521 4th St.): Find an expanded selection of sensory and squishy items, books, games, plush, puzzles, t-shirts, STEM-related toys, and unique children’s toys.
South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum: (977 11th St.) Find a unique selection of South Dakota-made gifts, books, food products, and more! On Saturday, Nov. 21, enjoy live music by the Windy Jacks, a book signing by Chuck Cecil, and free samples of kuchen and lefse.
South Dakota Art Museum: (1036 Medary Ave.) Unique gifts from South Dakota and beyond. Original paintings, pottery, art glass, home decor, and more. Returning this season: Yule Market! Discover handcrafted treasures from local and regional artists, with one-of-a-kind gifts perfect for everyone on your holiday list. Enjoy festive events, cozy holiday vibes, and plenty of reasons to stop in throughout the season.
Gift shop hours vary by location. Please check in with each shop for more information. Find more information at https://prairieplay.org/event/
About the Children’s Museum of South Dakota:
The Children’s Museum of South Dakota, located in Brookings, SD, sparks imagination and learning for all children and their grown-ups through play, creativity, and discovery. More information is available at prairieplay.org.
— From the Children’s Museum of South Dakota
