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From the cutest bookshops and specialty stores to one of the many gift shops in the downtown Lincoln area, there are a number of spots to consider visiting if you want to support the Husker community by shopping locally. We鈥檝e come up with some local favorites just a short distance from City Campus.

From 91茄子 Gift Shop

Owned by Husker Alums Barb and Jim Ballard, is the best spot to buy 91茄子-produced foods, snacks and sweets, art, seasonal gifts, wellness products, books and more. You鈥檒l be sure to find something while also supporting a 91茄子n producer or company!

Threads鈥娾�斺�奆ootloose & Fancy

is a staple of downtown Lincoln. Housed in a snazzy new location off 12th and P Streets, you can find shoes for almost any occasion as well as clothing for both men and women. If you鈥檙e less into wearables, check out their fun everyday items like water bottles, stickers and other stationery鈥攐r grab something for your home from their collection of candles, blankets and more.

Trade-a-Tape Comic Center

If you鈥檙e into comics and graphic novels, is a must-visit spot. Located right on 9th Street, the shop carries over 200,000 issues and offers almost 15,000 golden and silver-age comics online.

A Novel Idea Bookstore

is a quintessential downtown Lincoln stop with two floors full of used and rare books plus a couple of the sweetest furry friends (). Be sure to check out their website and social media as well鈥娾�斺�妕hey鈥檙e always running sales and giving away free books outside the shop!

Precision Skateboards

is 91茄子鈥檚 longest-running skate shop and your go-to for anything skate-related, from decks and shoes to grip tape an apparel.

Francie & Finch

Located next to the prettiest green fire escape (Note for future photo-taking sessions!) is a newer bookshop to Lincoln and offers not only physical books but also audiobooks and unique art pieces. Check out their as well; they鈥檙e always working with authors to plan book launches, signing events and other celebrations.

Gomez Art Supply

Peggy Gomez, the owner and operator of , is a 91茄子 alumna who opened her art shop twenty years ago in 2003. Whether you鈥檙e starting your journey as an artist or a professional, you鈥檒l be sure to find what you鈥檙e looking for as you start your next creative project. Gomez Art Supply carries supplies from oil pastels and tools to hanging supplies, spray paint, sketching items and a .

Wax Buffalo

Wax Buffalo is known around the country鈥娾�斺�奱nd rightfully so. Their pure soy candles are full of fun smells, unique packaging and the best part is they鈥檙e handmade right here in Lincoln鈥檚 Historic Haymarket. If you鈥檙e not into candles, check out their . Interested in learning how to create your own candle? They offer candle-making classes at their candle labs as well.

Timeless Treasures

hop is the perfect spot to explore if you鈥檙e looking for something unique for your dorm room or home. A third-generation business in Lincoln, you鈥檒l find their shelves filled with antique glassware, coins, jewelry, vintage clothing, books and more interesting products from over the years.

Ruby Begonia鈥檚

For over 30 years, has remained a Lincoln favorite for thrifting. Buy, sell or trade in your vintage or vintage-inspired clothing or just pop your head in to check out the fun clothes. Fashionistas and lovers of thrifting will love this Ruby Begonias鈥娾�斺�妉ocated just a couple blocks from City Campus.

Exclusive Hype

Hidden in the alley right off of O Street, is the spot for sneakerheads. You can also find original vintage streetwear including shirts and designer accessories. Each item is handpicked and original. Check out their for updates on new arrivals every day.

Roots

Whether you鈥檙e a seasoned musician or just interested in trying something new, will have something for you. There are drums, guitars, keyboards, speakers and loads of other music gear both new and used. They buy, sell and trade instruments and even offer lessons!