Chameleon Shops is an initiative that helps connect local small businesses with retail space in the heart of downtown Minneapolis.
Chameleon’s mission is to connect, incubate, and accelerate BIPOC and women entrepreneurs as part of a movement to create a vibrant and inclusive Downtown Minneapolis.
Chameleon connects local small businesses with retail space in the heart of downtown Minneapolis through events, short-term pop-ups, and long-term shops. Downtown shoppers can currently find seven shops up and down Nicollet.
With a bold, bright and brilliant collection of vendors, you’ll be sure to find that perfect gift for someone special or a perfectly wonderful treat for yourself. You’ll also be doing good in the world by supporting local women- and BIPOC-owned businesses.
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An initiative of the mpls downtown council, Chameleon is dedicated to the experiential and economic vitality of downtown Minneapolis. From pop-up potential to long-term incubation, we are interested in furthering the ongoing success of downtown Minneapolis and support successful makers and shop owners. We pursue this goal through:
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B’Youtique
Central Business District
733 Marquette Avenue S., Suite 205, Minneapolis, MN 55402
B’YOUtique, LLC is a brand inspired by the desire to encourage individuality through the expression of one’s unique personal style. We understand that accessories have the ability to transform any ensemble from ordinary to extraordinary instantaneously and your style is about you, your personality and unwavering confidence. Our focus here is to provide unique style pieces, that we carefully source through various manufacturers, independent designers and vendors.
Located: Baker Center – 733 Marquette Avenue S., Suite 205 (Skyway Level)
Facebook: @BYOUtique1 | Instagram: @b_youtique_llc
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Uniquely Global
Central Business District
61 S. 6th Street, Suite 207, Minneapolis, MN 55402, United States
Uniquely Global offers clothing, spices, cosmetics, fabrics and statement art pieces for any home. UG Finds are chosen by our team, in the featured country. In effort to support demand, we have also included access to wholesalers lower the cost to you and still providing unique products. Uniquely Global provides cultural authentic handmade products from across the globe.
Located: Gaviidae Common – 61 S. 6th Street, Suite 207 (Skyway Level)
Instagram: @uniquely.global
3
Sista Co-Op
Central Business District
80 S. 8th Street, Suite 254, Minneapolis, MN 55402
TiAngy Designs
Tiangy Designs caters to women who have an ethnic flair, and enjoy wearing well made purses, clothes and accessories. All Tiangy designs are handmade from Ankara fabric in Nigeria.
Strive Publishing, LLC
Strive Publishing is a social enterprise with the mission to inspire community collaboration in publishing stories to heal, teach, learn, and earn, while building an ecosystem that embodies a rich Black culture and heritage. The Strive Bookstore features books by local Black authors and is the community’s go-to resource for ordering books that inspire and connect across cultures. Bookstore events support the Strive Publishing mission, while building cross-cultural connections.
Located: IDS Center – 80 S. 8th Street, Suite 254 (Skyway Level)
Instagram: @shoptiangy, @strivepub | Facebook: @shoptiangy, @strivepublishing
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The B Suite
Central Business District
901 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
The B Suite is an emerging event and co-working space that centers bold facets of Black culture. Designed to enhance the social and professional lives of Black Minnesotans, The B Suite provides space for the community to come together, celebrate our brilliance and cultivate a stronger sense of belonging.
Located: Young Quinlan Building – 81 S. 9th Street, Suite 100
Instagram: @the.bsuiteco
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FX Minnesota
Central Business District
701 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
FX Minnesota is a store that offers high-quality products from local artists and minority-owned businesses. We provide a platform for these businesses to showcase their unique and innovative products. Our store takes pride in offering products with the highest design standards, and we are passionate about supporting local businesses. Come visit us for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience!
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Strive Bookstore
Central Business District
901 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Strive Bookstore’s mission is to provide a community-informed space that celebrates and supports independent publishers and local authors, by serving as a go-to source for books and promoting literary events that bring readers and authors together across cultures to share their love of books. We promote social good by elevating overlooked voices and coordinating book give-ways to local schools and homeless shelters.
Located: Young Quinlan Building – 901 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Instagram: @strive_bookstore
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Mpls Craft Market
Central Business District
505 Nicollet Ave Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Minneapolis Craft Market is a community social hub, and an incubator for the arts. We believe the Twin Cities has a unique culture of creativity, and our goal is to provide a regular venue for both emerging and established makers to sell their work
Located: Meet Minneapolis Visitors Center – 505 Nicollet Ave Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Instagram: @mplscraftmkt
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