Discover Unique Souvenirs in Lethbridge

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Grabbing a souvenir in Lethbridge is the perfect way to remember a trip long after you've returned home. Whether you’re only looking for a little trinket to remind you of your time in the windy city, or something a bit more grand, we've compiled a list of some of the best souvenir and gift shops located in Lethbridge! From interesting antiques to unique baubles, there are many incredible places to find something to bring back home.

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The Galt Museum Gift Shop

When in doubt, look to history for answers! In Lethbridge, there is no better place to learn about the city than the Galt Museum and Archives. Unsurprisingly, that they also have some of the best souvenirs. The gift shop located just inside the front doors has a laundry list of locally created and curated items. Whether you want to take home a piece of our history with a book, something to remind you of the beautiful river valley and bridge, or even some Indigenous art, the Galt Museum gift shop has something for everyone. In the summer, you can even visit Fort Whoop-Up and its gift shop for more items to choose from!

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Joseé’s Handmade Imports

Joseé’s Handmade Imports has been a staple of the local businesses downtown since it first opened its doors in 1993. Since then, Joseé’s has been supplying the city and surrounding area with some of the best handmade imports that money can buy, and at an affordable price as well! You too can delve into the esoteric shop and find yourself or a friend something unique and handmade in Lethbridge's downtown.

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Silla

Silla is one of the most popular shopping spots in downtown Lethbridge, and it’s no wonder why! At Silla, shoppers can find a wide array of amazing trinkets and gifts to commemorate your time in Lethbridge! With a large section of jewelry, household items, kitchen gadgets, puzzles, and so much more, you're sure to find something to remind you of our city. Located in the heart of downtown and across the street from Galt Gardens, Silla is the perfect place downtown to stop, shop, and stroll!

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Purple Hippo Boutique

Purple Hippo Boutique is a perfectly hip little shop in downtown Lethbridge that offers a wide variety of home goods and other local treats! Many of their products are made by locally, so any purchase made here has a high chance of supporting our small businesses. Don’t forget to stop by Telegraph Taphouse or Festival Square after you've shopped yourself out to keep the good times rolling! 

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SAAG Gift Shop

It doesn’t get more local than the incredible items you can find in the Southern Alberta Art Gallery (SAAG)! Created by local artists and curated by local art lovers, the items in the Southern Alberta Art Gallery are truly one-of-a-kind local finds. From ceramics to accessories, books, and decor, there is something for every kind of artisan and art lover alike.

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Nikka Yuko Bunka Centre

Not only does the Bunka Centre act as a cultural centre teaching visitors about Japanese history in Southern Alberta, it also has an amazing gift shop to fulfill all your souvenir dreams! As a space dedicated to Japanese heritage and history, this gift shop is the perfect place to go for a token of local Japanese culture. From prints of traditional art to origami guides to Japanese snacks, the Bunka Centre gift shop is not one to miss!

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Herbal Apothecary

Herbal Apothecary is a local shop with lots to offer. Incredible homegrown microgreens and amazing mushroom-enriched skincare products occupy the shelves of this locally owned, operated, and loved store. Herbal Apothecary carries many items that can only be purchased right here in Lethbridge, making it the perfect place to grab something special to remember your time visiting the windy city! 

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Uglistuffs

Calling all the girlypops! Uglistuffs is the place to go for all your souvenir needs. This shop carries all the classics, like keychains and hoodies (with Lethbridge-themed options available), but has a couple tricks up their sleeve as well. Some of their most popular items include their custom prints. They can bring your ideas to life, putting them on cups, apparel, tote bags, and stickers, ensuring that you get the perfect souvenir to remind you of your trip to Lethbridge!

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Analog Books

Analog Books is more than just a bookstore. On top of all your fiction faves, this shop offers a variety of Lethbridge-themed goodies like stickers and book marks. They also stock a variety of books covering topics such as local history as well as the native plants and animals you can find in the area. It's the perfect place to pick up a gift and learn something new at the same time!

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Allied Arts Council

If you're looking to pick up something homemade, look no further than the Allied Arts Council. One of the newer shops in Lethbridge, this location specializes in everything artsy. From pottery to jewelry, you can find a special piece of art that has been made by a local. So not only are you getting a one-of-a-kind souvenir, you're supporting Lethbridge artists too!

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Meadow Lane

Meadow Lane is a sweet stroll away from the centre of downtown. Here you'll find both a tasty sweet treat to keep you fed on the road, as well as a variety of souvenirs!  With their baked goods ranging from common to never-before-seen, and their elegant and and unique souvenirs dispersed throughout, Meadow Lane is in a lane of its own when it comes to awesome Lethbridge businesses.

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Lethbridge Handmade Market

While this one is much more time-sensitive, if you are lucky enough to be in town during one of Lethbridge's handmade markets, you have a high chance of finding an incredible one-of-a-kind souvenir to remind you of the time you’ve spent in our city. With over 120 vendors under the roof of the Agri-food Hub, there are more handmade items here than anywhere else in the city. No matter what you find, it's sure to be local, hand-crafted, and made with love!

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No matter where you find your next favourite keepsake, make sure to share all your local shopping adventures with us on social media with #ExploreLethbridge. We love to see visitors and Lethbridgians alike supporting our local shops, and may even repost some of our favourites! Don't worry, we always ask permission before we share!