Though just 25 miles south of St. Louis on Interstate 55, the small town of Kimmswick along the Mississippi river feels like a different era. But inside many of the shops you'll find trendy collections and hip new items.
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Things to do
Christmas in Kimmswick
The shops will be decked out in their holiday splendor, carolers will be strolling the streets and horse-drawn carriage rides will be available. Historic building tours will be offered in candlelight provided by the Kimmswick Historical Society. And don’t miss the Christmas Cookie Walk. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 1-2 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 3.
Be sure to stop at
On the chance you need even more Christmas spirit, the Christmas Haus will take you there year-round with more than 40 decorated trees. The Kimmswick Visitors Center at 314 Market Street has maps and public restrooms.
Grab a bite to eat
The Blue Owl Bakery & Restaurant, 6116 Second Street, has been featured on the Food Network, the Travel Channel, “Today Show” and in O Magazine. Go there for lunch, and after a day of shopping stop at the Delta Queen Port of Call for dinner. It's Cajun and homecooking and housed in a log cabin that dates to the Revolutionary War.
Getting around
The town is just a few square blocks, flat and easy to navigate. Plenty of street parking is available. The Blue Owl has its own parking lot.
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An upcycled computer circuit board has been turned into a mustache lapel pin.
This item can be purchased at Sparrow + Mason at 6050 Second Street, Kimmswick
$35.99
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Attic Journals upcycles old books and turns them into journals. They even smell like a well-worn library.
This item can be purchased at Sparrow + Mason at 6050 Second Street, Kimmswick
$19.95
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The Priceless Collection turns old coins into jewelery, and with every purchase, money goes to help fight sex trafficking through the group Freedom 418.
This item can be purchased at Sparrow + Mason at 6050 Second Street, Kimmswick
$54.99
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Headman Stuido Jewelry laser cuts brass to create this adorable rose gold chickie necklace.
This item can be purchased at Sparrow + Mason at 6050 Second Street, Kimmswick
$34.99
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This frame from the Art of Michael Macone uses tiny magnets to hold the photograph in place.
This item can be purchased at Mississippi Mud Gallery & Gifts at 118 Market Street, Kimmsweick
$39.95
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This duck from Rocky Mountain Rustic was hand-carved from a cedar fence post planted in the early American West.
This item can be purchased at Mississippi Mud Gallery & Gifts at 118 Market Street, Kimmswick
$135.00
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This handmade wreath features ribbons with cardinals on them as well as ornaments and a Merry & Bright sign.
This item can be purchased at Off the Beatin' Path at 110 Mill Street, Kimmswick
$36.00
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Try this handmade Cardinals fleece outfit for the canine in your life. A variety of sizes is available.
This item can be purchased at Off the Beatin' Path at 110 Mill Street, Kimmswick
$15.00
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Meant to Be does its own etching on site, so you can add the recipients' names, a family quote or "Grandma's Kitchen" to a 9-by-13 Pyrex dish with a red lid.
This item can be purchased at Meant to Be at 111 Market Street, Kimmwsick
$34.95
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The Grilling Glove includes the Spicery's pineapple habanero grilling sauce, Quebec steak seasoning, BBQ seasoning, a sauce brush, oven mitt and recipe card.
This item can be purchased at The Spicery of Kimmswick at 213 Market Street, Kimmswick
$19.99
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From the Old World collection comes this Silent Night Chapel ornament.
This item can be purchased at Christmas Haus at 311 Elm Street, Kimmswick
$11.99
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Scenes of the holidays come to life inside this vintage "TV" from Roman Inc. Turn the dial to hear holiday carols.
This item can be purchased at Christmas Haus at 311 Elm Street, Kimmswick
$164.99
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This necklace by local artist Janet Wheeler uses creek pebbles to create a message of hope.
This item can be purchased at Mississippi Mud Gallery & Gifts at 118 Market Street, Kimmswick
$25.00
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Flatyz art candles feature an art design on their flat front and come with a stand.
This item can be purchased at Mississippi Mud Gallery & Gifts at 118 Market Street, Kimmswick
$14.95
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Handmade bars of soap in a variety of scents including Manly Man and Jasmine.
This item can be purchased at Meant to Be at 111 Market Street, Kimmswick
$4.75
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