# Handcrafted Honoring Gifts The Tumblehome Gift Shop in The Canadian Canoe Museum Has Unique Goods By Amy Duong | Published 2019-03-14 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tumblehome-gift-shop References: [thepeterboroughexaminer](https://www.thepeterboroughexaminer.com/living-story/9071997-local-and-unique-ideas-found-at-tumblehome-gift-shop-in-peterborough-s-canadian-canoe-museum/) & [canoemuseum](http://www.canoemuseum.ca/) The Tumblehome Gift Shop is located in the Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough and it features special pieces that honor the [First Nations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nice-cans-x-cheekbone-beauty). The gifts are [locally crafted](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haven-5) and visitors don't need to purchase a museum ticket to enter the shop. Some of the items include museum mugs, jewelry, sweaters, paddles, coffee, and more. Most notably, there are also intangible gifts including its 'Adopt an Artifact' program. Guests are able to adopt a boat to support the museum -- this comes with a certificate and also gives them the option to remain anonymous or not. The coffee selection spotlights 'Birch Bark Coffee,' which is owned and operated by the First Nations, giving a portion of the profits to help Indigenous families in Canada. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Local Artisan Crafts:** Opportunity to showcase and sell locally crafted goods that honor cultural heritage. - **Intangible Experiences:** Creating opportunities for visitors to adopt artifacts and support museums while receiving personalized certificates. - **Socially Responsible Consumerism:** Promote products, such as Birch Bark Coffee, that give back to indigenous communities and support social causes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tourism:** Tourism industry can benefit from offering unique, culturally significant products and experiences in gift shops. - **Arts and Crafts:** Local artisans and craft makers can find opportunities to showcase their products in museums and cultural centers. - **Retail and E-commerce:** Retailers and e-commerce platforms can cater to socially conscious consumers by offering products that support social causes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Indigenous-Owned Holiday Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaniin-popup.md) - [Coffee Chain-Themed Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hortons-7.md) - [Cafe-Themed Gift Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tims-holiday-merchandise-collection.md) - [Crime Podcast Apparel Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadian-true-crime.md) - [Canadian Animal-Themed Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/our-animals-maple-syrup-jar.md) - [Nostalgic Coffee Shop Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timshopca.md) - [Indigenous-Owned Self Care Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ravensong.md) - [Holiday QSR Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cf-toronto-eaton-centre-1.md) - [Coffee Brand-Themed Beach Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hortons-summer-road-trip-collection.md)