Shopping

S h o p p in g

Shopping in Princeton is an experience you haven’t had anywhere else because Princeton is a wonderful one-of-a-kind shopping town! Spend the day…bring your girlfriends...and be sure to give yourself plenty of time to explore our Main Street, home to over a mile of great shopping! Princeton treasures two shopping districts both of which developed in the 1800’s as Princeton began to grow. Many of these shops still have the beautiful weathered hardwood floors and the unique decorative ceiling that were standard when these buildings were built.

Every little store in Princeton is unique, and, in most of them, the owners themselves will be right there serving you. Ask them about the history of their stores; one of our gift boutiques still has the original drawers, racks and rolling ladders that were part of the hardware store that originally occupied the space. Many of our shop owners can boast that their stores are filled with items that are Made in America, and more specifically, right here in Bureau County. Local artisans, from potters, to woodworkers, to jewelry artists, sell their handmade products in local stores. You can even arrange for a lesson to make your own bowl or vase on a potter’s wheel. If you’re looking for the perfect gift that nobody else will be giving, you’re in the right place. Each shop is filled with remarkable treasures: unusual collection of kitchen items and linens, refrigerator magnets, pet accessories, scarves, unique clothing, jewelry, home decorating items, perfumes, garden accessories, candles, great wines and liqueurs, stationery, greeting cards, teas, coffees…well, you get the idea! Antique shops? Trendy NEW fashion? China replacement on your list? We have a variety of choices for your shopping pleasure. And every year, more new shops open, so your Princeton shopping experience never gets old. Next time you’re thinking about shopping, give yourself a break, hop in the car with some girlfriends, and head out to Princeton, Illinois. From master artisans to one-of-a-kind gift shops, you will find plenty of treasures to fill your suitcase. We’re waiting for you!