The Dayton’s Project Announces Winter Maker’s Market

The curated retail installation features Minnesota heritage brands

The Dayton’s Project has announced the launch of the Winter Maker’s Market, a curated retail experience showcasing heritage brands from across Minnesota. The market will feature 65 independent vendors, showcasing the depth and variety of Minnesota retail.  

“There is something incredibly special about the holidays at The Dayton’s Project. We’re thrilled to be bringing back this one-of-a-kind holiday shopping destination,” said Tricia Pitchford, Principal of Mid-America Real Estate. “We’re proud to support the vibrancy and resurgence of downtown Minneapolis, especially since the holidays have always been such an important part of Dayton’s history.” 

Every one of the 65 vendors will bring a unique story and hand-selected products to the Winter Maker’s Market. Some of Minnesota’s most iconic heritage brands will be featured in the market, including Red Wing Shoes (heritage work and lifestyle footwear), Faribault Mill (iconic blanket and textiles), and Sanborn Canoe (canoes, camping accessories, and home décor).  

Original apparel offerings, with inspiration from around the world, will be provided by Sota Clothing (Minnesota-themed apparel, accessories, and décor), Molly Pepper (effortless lounge and lifestyle wear), Embellish (ready-to-wear African prints); Karen Morris (one-of-a-kind women’s hats); and nickichicki (colorful and stylish knitwear). Shop in the City will be back with its fan-favorite Dayton’s merchandise including hats, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and much more! 

Artisan accessories and home goods, with the highest level of attention to detail, from Leather Works Minnesota (artisan leather goods), Brooke & Lou (elevated home accessories). Fox Lake Furniture (handcrafted custom wood furniture and accessories); Wondrous Crane (delicate, functional ceramics); and Larissa Loden (unique handmade jewelry). 

Specialty culinary items from Sweet Heaven (custom cake design); Hepp Salt Co (gourmet salt and sugar); We Are Nuts (handmade nut mixes); and The Smiling Olive (premium olive oils and vinegars). 

The entire vendor list marks 64 vendors offering products and services, from homemade dog treats from Morey and Me to vinegar-based cocktail mixers by Sharab Shrubs. 

“This collection of brands really showcases what makes Minnesota so incredible. We are showcasing the heritage of Minnesota. The quality and the diversity of the brands in the Market really has to be seen to be believed,” said Mich Berthiaume, the market curator. “There simply is no substitute for browsing a handpicked selection made locally with passion and care. There is a magic to downtown, and The Dayton’s Project, during the holidays.” 

The Winter Maker’s Market is housed in The Dayton’s Project, a landmark historic restoration development in downtown Minneapolis. Home to EY, Unilever, Uncommon Retail, and new tenant Prudential Financial, The Dayton’s Project offers 1.2 million square feet of Minneapolis History, transformed into best-in-class office space and curated retail. 

The Winter Maker’s Market will open November 17th through January 13th. It will be open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am through 6:00 pm, and Sunday from 11:00 am through 5:00 pm through December 23rd, with post-holiday hours to be announced at a later date.

Entire Vendor List: 

Red Wing Shoes https://www.redwingshoes.com/ 

Faribault Mill https://www.faribaultmill.com/ 

Sota Clothing https://www.sotaclothing.com/ 

Sanborn Canoe Co. https://sanborncanoe.com/ 

Austin | Fowler https://www.austinfowler.com/ 

Brooke & Lou  https://brookeandlou.com/collections/labor-day-shop 

Urban Undercover https://urbanundercover.com/pages/about 

Poppy Fun Fashion https://www.instagram.com/poppy_fun_fashion/?hl=en 

The Window Box https://www.windowboxplants.com/ 

Henna & Hijabs  https://hennaandhijabs.com/  

Dottir https://www.dottirshop.com/ 

Fox Lake Furniture https://www.foxlakefurniture.com/  

Happy Everything MN https://www.happyeverythingmn.com/ 

Worker B https://www.worker-b.com/ 

Namakan https://namakangoods.com/ 

Skotch Kooler https://skotchkoolerusa.com/ 

Verist  www.shopverist.com

Art By Aleisha https://byaleisha.com/ 

Siena Soap Company https://www.sienasoap.com/ 

SJC Body Love  https://sjcbodylove.com/  

GiftyWrap https://giftywrap.com/ 

Shop Country Club https://www.depop.com/shopcountryclub/ 

LATITUDE https://www.latitudempls.com/ 

Wondrous Crane https://www.wondrouscrane.com/ 

Morey and Me  https://www.moreyandmebarkery.com/ 

United Goods USA https://www.unitedgoodsusa.com/ 

Puzzle Twist https://www.puzzletwist.com/ 

Zelba and Mary https://www.zelbamary.com/ 

The Grande Gallery https://www.grandegallery.com/ 

Blue Heron https://blueheronsoaps.com/ 

Onyx Cool https://onyxcool.com/ 

Opal Cool https://opalcool.com/ 

Molly Pepper https://molly-pepper.com/ 

Karen Morris Millinery https://www.kmhats.com/ 

The Zero(ish) Co. https://www.zeroishco.com/ 

Larissa Loden https://larissaloden.com/ 

Embellish https://www.embellishalc.com/ 

Sweet Heaven by Nne https://www.sweetheavenbynne.com/  

Chin Chin Delight https://www.chinchindelight.com/ 

Shop in the City https://www.shopinthecity.com/ 

Native Roots Trading Post https://www.nativerootstradingpost.com/ 

Minnesota Awesome https://minnesota-awesome.com/ 

Joel Kaplan Art https://www.joelkaplanwatercolors.com/ 

Onyx Candles https://onyxcandles.com/ 

Nickichicki https://nickichicki.com/ 

Hejlov https://hejlov.com/ 

Junita’s Jar https://junitasjar.com/ 

San Jose Chocolate https://www.chocolatesanjose-minneapolis.com/ 

San Jose baby brand 

Here’s the Deal Spice Company https://www.heresthedeal.co/#/  

Hepp Salt Co. https://heppssalt.com/ 

The Smiling Olive https://thesmilingolive.com/ 

Isadore Nut Co. https://www.isadorenutco.com/ 

Hobby Farmer Canning Co. https://www.hobbyfarmerfoods.com/  

Thumbs Cookies https://www.thumbscookies.com/ 

Double Take Salsa https://www.doubletakesalsa.com/ 

We are Nuts https://wearenutsmn.com/ 

Sharab Shrubs https://www.sharabshrubs.com/ 

Coccinella Mediterranean Heritage https://www.coccinellastore.com/  

Our Glass https://www.our-glass.com/ 

Soak it Up https://soakitup.shop/ 

Chrissy’s Tree House https://www.instagram.com/chrissys_treehouse/?hl=en 

North Mallow https://northmallow.com/ 

Leather Works Minnesota  https://leatherworksminnesota.com/ 

Kursiv Organics  https://kursivorganics.com/