Shopping

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Discover the joy of shopping local in Decorah, where independent boutiques, specialty shops, and one-of-a-kind finds make browsing part of the adventure. Explore downtown storefronts filled with clothing, gifts, home décor, handmade goods, books, art, and locally inspired treasures. Then venture a little more around Decorah and Winneshiek County to find other surprises. Whether you’re searching for the perfect souvenir, refreshing your wardrobe, finding something special for your home, or simply enjoying an afternoon of exploring, Decorah’s shops offer plenty of reasons to wander. Along the way, meet the passionate local business owners who give our community its distinctive character. Take your time, follow your curiosity, and see what you discover.

Ace Hardware & Rental
Ace Hardware & Rental
Shopping
Your locally owned Hardware Store since 1928. Ace is the place to get your hardware help. As your local Ace Hardware, we are one of 5,000+ Ace stores locally owned and operated across the globe. But we are not just about numbers. We are about helping neighbors because each one of our stores is a part of your community. We are all committed to being the Helpful Place; by offering our customers personal service, quality products, and convenient shopping experience from the local experts who know you best. As the helpful hardware folks in your neighborhood, we promise that helping you is the most important thing we have to do today.  
Ace Kitchen Place
Ace Kitchen Place
Shopping
Locally owned Kitchen Specialty Store. We try to offer the products you need to complete your recipe from start to finish. Stop in and see the changing inventory to keep up with the seasons.
Agora Arts
Arts + Entertainment, Shopping
Agora Arts
Arts + Entertainment, Shopping
Agora Arts features contemporary art and fine craft by over 250 American and Canadian artists. They offer the highest quality collection of handcrafted work in the upper midwest, including gorgeous jewelry by over 50 different artists such as Holly Yashi, Saundra Messinger, and Alexis Bittar. Pottery, sculpture, wood items, glass, metalwork, and prints fill the gallery. They carry many books by local authors including Bob Wolf, David Faldet, and Bob Hunt. Started in 1992 by Decorah native and Luther grad Gail Bolson-Magnuson, Agora has a reputation for consistently introducing new and exciting handcrafted work to the gallery. Many of the most recognized artists in the industry trust Agora Arts to promote and sell their work. Other featured artists include furniture by Sticks, Form, Reform, and Dust; pottery by Joe Christensen, Nate and Hallie Evans and Natural Elements; and jewelry by Watchcraft, Adajio, Sergio Lub, Liza Schtromberg and Mashka. Agora Arts is the hometown gallery of StoryPeople and carries the largest collection of StoryPeople prints, sculptures, and books in the country. Agora Arts is located in downtown Decorah and open 7 days a week.
Blue Heron Knittery LLC
Arts + Entertainment, Shopping
Blue Heron Knittery LLC
Arts + Entertainment, Shopping
Blue Heron Knittery offers knitting, crocheting, and other fiber arts supplies, including yarn, needles, patterns, stitch markers, books, magazines, etc. We offer classes at all levels and have drop-in-and-knit sessions where you can get help from each other. If you don't see a product or class that you're looking for, give us a call and come by the shop. You'll find us at 300 West Water St, Decorah, IA 52101. We also display and sell local artwork.
Decorah Bicycles
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Decorah Bicycles
Shopping
From a new bike to a custom build, you can tell we love bikes! We take pride in our quality products and individualized service. Travis has been part of the Decorah Bicycles family since he was 16, eventually taking over the business. Travis is a self-proclaimed mechanical perfectionist and he takes his work very seriously. He has over 20 years of turning wrenches under his belt and can handle just about anything that ends up on the work stand. For Travis, owning the business does not mean he has a job where he's sitting in an office pushing pens and studying numbers; no way. You'll find him behind the work stand and out on the floor working with our customers and rider friends all the time. Customer relationships are important to Travis, so when you call, or you stop in, you'll be able to talk to the "head guy" just as you would anyone else at the shop.
Decorah Hatchery
Shopping, Wellness
Decorah Hatchery
Shopping, Wellness
An independently owned clothing and gear store offering premium brands to help you get the most out of your active lifestyle and outdoor adventures from the Driftless area and beyond. Founded in 1923, the Decorah Hatchery was originally exactly what you would think: A building where baby chicks were hatched.  It has been at this location since 1928, hatching chicks every year through 2009, when the third generation owners decided to retire. The Decorah Hatchery is now home to premium outdoor brands including Patagonia, Black Diamond, Smartwool, Chaco, Prana, Osprey, Hydro Flask, Eno, Simms, Pendleton, and more! Shop in store for a wide selection of clothing for the whole family and gear for a variety of outdoor activities.     Una tienda independiente de ropa y otros artículos ofrece marcas de alta calidad para ayudarle a aprovechar su estilo de vida activa y aventuras al aire libre del área Driftless y más allá. Fundado en 1923, Decorah Hatchery fue originalmente lo que indica su nombre: un criadero. Se ha localizado aquí desde 1928, criando pollitos hasta el año 2009, cuando la tercera generación de dueños decidió jubilarse. Decorah Hatchery es actualmente el hogar de marcas de ropa exterior premium incluyendo Patagonia, Black Diamond, Smartwool, Chaco, Prana, Osprey, Hydro Flask, Eno Simms, Pendleton, ¡y más! Compren en la tienda, que dispone de una gran selección de ropa para la familia entera y cosas para una variedad de actividades al aire libre. (traducción de Nicole Schultz, Luther College)        
Depot Outlet Inc.
Depot Outlet Inc.
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Depot Outlet is a non-profit organization owned by Winneshiek County area Christian churches. We operate a recycled clothing, book, and home goods store at 510 Montgomery Street, in Decorah, Iowa. All of our profits go back to Winneshiek County nonprofit organizations.

Our Mission
  • To encourage and assist generous area residents in recycling their discarded clothing and small household goods
  • To recycle and resell donated clothing and small household goods at low prices to area consumers
  • To provide area residents with opportunities to volunteer their services in our recycling effort
  • To provide area residents with opportunities to train and work in our recycling effort
  • To contribute funds from our recycling effort to community and church organizations throughout Winneshiek County
Double Windsor Clothing Co.
Shopping, Attractions
Double Windsor Clothing Co.
Shopping, Attractions
From everyday essentials to special-occasion style, Double Windsor Clothing Company offers men’s clothing for just about every occasion. Located on Water Street in downtown Decorah, this independently owned shop features a curated selection of quality apparel, including jeans, flannels, casual shirts, sweaters, dress shirts, shoes, and accessories. Looking for something a little more formal? Explore suits and tuxedo rentals for weddings, celebrations, and other special events. With a focus on quality, fit, and personalized service, Double Windsor makes it easy to find pieces that look good and feel great. Whether you’re refreshing your wardrobe, searching for the perfect outfit for an upcoming event, or simply browsing downtown, stop in and discover a new favorite.
Dragonfly Books
Arts + Entertainment, Shopping
Dragonfly Books
Arts + Entertainment, Shopping
Dragonfly Books is a family-owned general interest bookstore located on Water Street in downtown Decorah, Iowa. We are your one-stop shopping place for books of all kinds.  Whether you enjoy mysteries, history, fiction, or looking for cookbooks and children's books, you will find it at Dragonfly Books.  We also special order books for our customers, with very quick turn-around time and no shipping charges for in-store pickup. We look forward to serving your reading needs! Check our website for current information about our Author Events. 
Driftless Botanicals
Attractions, Shopping
Driftless Botanicals
Attractions, Shopping

Bring a little more green into your world at Driftless Botanicals, a houseplant shop in downtown Decorah. Browse a thoughtfully curated collection of common and rare houseplants, from small starts to statement-making greenery, along with premium soil blends, plant-care supplies, mini greenhouses, and plant-inspired art and accessories. Whether you’re a seasoned plant enthusiast or just starting your indoor jungle, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to help your plants thrive. Stop in and discover something new for your home or growing collection!

Fisk Farm & Home
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Fisk Farm & Home
Shopping
Located in Monona, Cresco and Decorah, there’s more than just parts for your next project at Fisk Farm & Home. Stop by for our large selection of toys, Carhart, Ariat or Under Armour apparel, paint supplies, or a fishing license to complete your activities list in Decorah year round! Along with our extensive selection in-house, our service department can help you out with replacement keys, custom mix paint, LP Tank refills, window and screen repair and a seasonal garden center. We even carry our own line of bird seed. So whether Decorah is your home away from home, or you’re looking to update something for your home, stop by Fisk and we’ll help you complete your next project–big or small!
Gallery of Tops
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Gallery of Tops
Shopping
Gallery of Tops provides custom screen printing and embroidery work at competitive prices. Were located in the heart of downtown Decorah, IA, and have been serving the tri-state area for over 20 years. Read on to learn more about our company.

Our experienced graphic designer has a degree in commercial art and over 20 years of design and screen printing experience. We can create a custom design for you or work with your supplied logo or artwork. Whether you want your apparel screen printed or embroidered, count on us for a design that's right for you. We provide screen printing and embroidery for:

  • Corporations
  • Restaurants
  • Colleges and schools
  • Hospitals, churches, and non-profits
  • Teams and leagues
  • Community celebrations
  • Clubs and organizations
  • Family reunions

Our locally owned and operated screen printing company is located at 114 W Water St. Visit us for your next screen printing or embroidery project. We strive to provide you with great customer service, high-quality products, and quick turnaround time. Your satisfaction is our highest priority.

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