The Local Store

A unique shopping destination that promotes and represents over 150 Prince Edward County artisans, woodworkers, authors, potters, photographers, jewelers, and local food producers. Located in over two floors in a restored historical dairy barn overlooking pastoral views adjacent to Waring Creek’s protective wetland, the store has a large selection of Barn Quilts too.   The store also has these fabulous areas:

– The Loft Fine Art Gallery – featuring the original work of Prince Edward County residents

-Building Bridges Gallery- within the Loft Gallery of The Local store this gallery has the work of indigenous artisans and artists of our neighbours from the Mohawks of Bay of Quinte

-Hayloft Antiques – an electric collection of all sorts, including glass, crystal, china, cocktail and mid century modern collections
-Silks Vintage – large collection of vintage purses, jewellery, scarves and designer tops
-Children’s Nature Book Center – used nonfiction and fiction books on animals for kids as well as a colouring station and crokinole board!