Ten Thousand Villages
719 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202
Specialty Stores
Retailer selling fair-trade crafts & housewares from Asia, Africa, Latin America & the Middle East.
This fair trade retail phenomenon was founded by visionary entrepreneur Edna Ruth Byler in 1946. It has grown into a global network of social entrepreneurs working to empower and provide economic opportunities to artisans in developing countries. From rings to rain sticks, from table linens to toys and games, you’ll find gorgeous artworks from around the globe. Sales benefit thousands of disadvantaged artisans worldwide.
How to find us?
What's happening nearby...
Northwestern Men’s Basketball Home Games
Welsh-Ryan Stadium, Northwestern University • Nov 19 – Feb 28
Watch as the Northwestern Wildcats Men's Basketball team take on this season's opponents in the Welsh-Ryan Arena on Northwestern's campus.
Read more about Northwestern Men’s Basketball Home GamesYou might also be interested...
Dave's Down to Earth Rock Shop
Evanston
A shop and a Pre-Historic Life Museum showcasing one of the largest private collections on display in United States.
Read more about Dave's Down to Earth Rock Shop
Bookends and Beginnings
Evanston
The store has an especially rich selection of food-related books and a selection of international children’s books in 26 languages. Come visit the store that loyal…
Read more about Bookends and Beginnings
Wheel and Sprocket
Evanston
A Top 100 bicycle shop serving all cyclists. Selling the top brands of bikes, parts, and accessories. Repair and maintenance of all brands. Bicycle fitting. Local…
Read more about Wheel and Sprocket