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There’s Something New in Manitou
Downtown Manitou Springs Welcomes New Businesses
Manitou Springs - Visitors to Manitou Springs will find several new merchants
this summer in the town’s historic downtown.
The recent arrivals will offer everything from homemade ice cream to
one-of-a-kind work from Colorado artists. Many of the new owners are natives of
Manitou Springs who opened their doors downtown to offer something unique for
local residents.
Owners hope the variety of food and retail will draw more shoppers to experience
the town’s outdoor shopping and pedestrian-friendly streets. Among some of the
newest additions to Manitou Springs downtown are:
Bearworks, 732 Manitou Ave., is a new build-your-own-teddy bear factory tucked
inside Mountain West Clothing Company. Shoppers can create their unique stuffed
animals, choose an outfit, give it a name, a heart or “personality stone” and
walk away with a birth certificate for their new toy. For more information, call
685-9006.
Kinfolks Mountain Outfitters, 950 Manitou Ave., is owned by a Manitou Springs
couple who dreamed of opening a unique local hangout. The shop will carry
outdoor gear with a new twist. The store has a bar and seating for visitors who
want to shop and rest their weary feet with a cold drink. In addition to hosting
free group events, such as hikes and bike rides, the store will also have live
music four nights a week. For more information, call 685-4433.
Mountain Living Studio, 741 Manitou Ave., has seven different rooms and
represents at least 83 Colorado artists. The gallery displays watercolor and oil
paintings, photography, wood sculptures, crocheted handbags, hand painted silk
scarves, clocks and much more. Local artists interested in displaying their work
should contact the gallery. For more information, call 685-0225
Poppy Seed, 123 Canon Ave., is located in the first floor of Manitou Springs'
new downtown lofts. The story currently carries incense, novelty, retro and
concert T-shirts, hats, and more. The owners are expecting a shipment of music
and books, which will soon fill about half of the store, becoming Manitou’s
largest source for purchasing music. Owner Dustin Ray said his music selection
will include reggae, Grateful Dead, Rock ‘N Roll and the Blues. For more
information, call 685-5200.
Ricardo’s Wife, 725-B Manitou Ave., offers hand-woven and “wearable” art. All
items in the store are handmade, and most of the crafts are created by Colorado
women. The wearable art includes leather shoes, delicate shawls and scarfs,
sweaters, hats and jewelry. For more information, call 685-3388.
Santa Fe Springs, 948 Manitou Ave., carries an assortment of southwestern
collectibles, jewelry and clothes. Some of its most popular items include Blue
Sky Clayworks and Franz Chinese porcelain. It is the second Santa Fe Springs
store. The first store is located in Old Colorado City and run by the same
owners. For more information, call 685-0175.
Sugar Magnolias, 729 Manitou Ave., has been in Manitou Springs for at least
three years, but its owners have recently moved and expanded the ice cream shop
to include a restaurant and bakery. The store boasts homemade ice cream, as well
as an affordable breakfast and lunch menu. For more information, call 685-5416.
At The Thyme Keeper, 2 Ruxton Ave., visitors can choose from among 190 medicinal
herbs sold in bulk. A digital camera and computer can capture a person's aura,
while other shoppers can find local artists' displays of jewelry and pottery.
For more information, call 685-9443.
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