I love a good excuse to wander into something new, especially when it involves hunting for treasures I didn’t know I needed yet. Downtown Grand Rapids just got a brand new spot that feels very much like my kind of place.

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New Vendor Market Opens Downtown Grand Rapids

It’s called Crow’s Hold Vendor Market and it just opened at 200 Division Ave. South. What's really cool is that it mixes vintage and thrift finds with handmade art, clothing, gifts, home decor, and even food items, all in one big curated space.

Crow's Hold Vendor Market via Facebook
Crow's Hold Vendor Market via Facebook
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The new vendor market takes its name from crows, which are known for being curious, intelligent, and for collecting small, interesting trinkets they come across. It’s owned by Brad and Alyssa Veneklase, who say,

We bring together the city's most talented vendors under one roof to create a shopping experience that is as bold as it is refined. Whether you are looking for a statement piece or a hidden gem, you’ll find it here.

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Crow's Hold Vendor Market, 70+ Vendors and Growing

Right now there are 70 plus vendors on the main floor, with a few spaces still open, plus an entire lower level that will eventually be filled with more vendors after the grand opening. Interested in becoming a vendor? You apply on their website.

They're also planning to eventually add a full-time coffee bar.

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Hours and What to Know Before You Go

It’s also open seven days a week, which is not always the case for a place like this. Hours run Sunday 10 to 4, Monday through Friday 11 to 7, and Saturday 10 to 6, so it’s actually easy to swing in after work or on a weekend without feeling rushed.

A few things to keep in mind: Crow's Hold Vendor Market is cashless, no large bags or backpacks are allowed, and all sales are final.

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Gallery Credit: Tommy McNeill

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