The best local shops in St. Johnsbury

“Open since 1897 and billing itself as New England’s oldest flower shop, Emslie the Florist and Gifts handles everything from just-because bouquets to heartfelt sympathy pieces and weddings, plus quirky Brewquet Buckets if beer beats blooms.”

“Lenny's Shoe & Apparel is where Barre folks find rugged Carhartt workwear, Blundstone boots, and everyday staples from Kuhl, Birkenstock, HOKA, and New Balance, with real shoe fitting.”

“Art & Joy is a locally curated gift shop from ceramic artist and painter Alison Bergman, packed with playful pieces, creative gifts, and the kind of beautifully offbeat treasures that gleefully refuse categories. Handy for host gifts, birthdays, or those I-earned-a-treat moments.”

“Whether you need a heartfelt sympathy spray, wedding party florals, or a just-because pick-me-up, Forget Me Not Flowers and Gifts LLC nails the details with seasonal Designer’s Choice, custom arrangements, plus plants and gift baskets. They deliver around Barre, so brightening someone’s day is delightfully easy.”

From the Barre newsletter, October 5, 2026

“Part whimsical library, part pantry, Ysbrydoliaeth - Curiosity Shop / Magasin de Curiosités stocks artisan finds from Wales, Japan, France, Argentina and here at home, plus cheeky gifts, luxe soaps, and serious teas and coffees.”

From the St. Johnsbury newsletter, October 10, 2026

“Caledonia Plant Shop is a cozy downtown Saint Johnsbury hangout for plant and perfume nerds, with indoor plants pre-potted in a high-quality soil mix so they actually thrive.”

From the St. Johnsbury newsletter, October 7, 2026

“Retail chain for household goods, clothing & grocery items at closeout prices.”