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"I believe shopping can uplift — every piece here honors artisans and empowers communities."

- Maria Luisa Whittingham

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A Force of Style, Soul & Social Good

Equal parts changemaker, curator, and storyteller, Maria is the visionary behind Local Global Finds — where global artisan talent meets local community spirit. From the markets of Oaxaca to the highlands of Guatemala and the heart of Nyack, she celebrates heritage through handcrafted beauty with purpose.

Once the driving heart of Maria Luisa Boutique, now the compass guiding sustainable fashion, she empowers marginalized makers and elevates every story behind the stitch.

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Markets & Events

Meet us in person and discover our thoughtfully sourced treasures from around the world.

Nyack SeptemberFest

Nyack SeptemberFest

Sunday, September 13, ⏰ 11am - 5pm, Nyack, NY

Downtown Nyack will be full of Pride for this FREE, family-friendly event with outdoor dining, shopping, vendors and more! Free bounce house, face painting, and children’s activities offered at Nyack Center.

People walking on a street with a 'Makers Manifest Craft Market' sign in the foreground.

3rd Ave. Festival Makers Manifest

Saturday, September 19, ⏰ 11am - 6pm, Manhattan, NY (78th-79th St)

Makers Manifest joins the 3rd Avenue Festival on September 19, taking our place on 78th–79th Street—a block that shows the UES at its best: lively, local, and full of character.

People walking on a street with a 'Makers Manifest Craft Market' sign in the foreground.

UES Lexington Ave Makers Manifest

Sunday, September 27, ⏰ 10am - 6pm, Lexington Avenue between 82nd and 83rd Street

On September 27, Makers Manifest returns to Lexington Avenue between 82nd and 83rd Street, an Upper East Side block known for its calm rhythm and strong neighborhood feel.

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Nyack Arts & Crafts Walk

Nyack Arts & Crafts Walk

Sat. and Sun., October 3 and 4, ⏰ 11am - 4pm, 4 Depew Ave, Nyack, NY

On October 3–4, the Nyack Arts & Crafts Walk returns to the Village of Nyack, bringing two days of open-air creativity, local makers, and neighborhood culture to this riverside community.

People walking on a street with a 'Makers Manifest Craft Market' sign in the foreground.

West Village Makers Manifest

Saturday October 10, ⏰ 10am - 6pm, Bleecker St, 8th Ave–11th St

October 10 brings Makers Manifest back to Bleecker St, 8th Ave–11th St, right in the heart of the West Village’s distinct mix of charm, culture, and everyday street life.

Green Meadow Fall Fair

Green Meadow Fall Fair

Saturday, October 17 ⏰ 10am -4pm, At the corner of Hungry Hollow & Chestnut Ridge Roads Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977

• Craft vendors offering handcrafted gifts, toys, accessories, clothing, skincare, jewelry, home goods and more • Local food vendors and live music, FREE ADMISSION & FREE PARKING

Meet us in person

Markets and events

Discover upcoming markets, pop-ups, and gatherings featuring our collection of globally inspired treasures.

Nyack September Fall Fest

Sep 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Downtown Nyack, Nyack, NY

Nyack September Fall Fest

Downtown Nyack, Nyack, NY 10960, USA Celebrate fall in beautiful downtown Nyack at Nyack Fall 2026, one of the village’s most vibrant annual street festivals. For one festive day, the streets of Nyack transform into a lively marketplace filled with hundreds of vendors, local makers, artists, specialty foods, live entertainment

People walking on a street with a 'Makers Manifest Craft Market' sign in the foreground.

Sep 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Manhattan, NY (78th-79th St)

3rd Avenue Festival Makers Manifest

Makers Manifest joins the 3rd Avenue Festival on September 19, taking our place on 78th–79th Street—a block that shows the UES at its best: lively, local, and full of character.

People walking on a street with a 'Makers Manifest Craft Market' sign in the foreground.

Sep 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Lexington Ave & E 82nd St, New York,

UES Lexington Ave Makers Manifest

On September 27, Makers Manifest returns to Lexington Avenue between 82nd and 83rd Street, an Upper East Side block known for its calm rhythm and strong neighborhood feel.

Nyack Arts & Crafts Walk

Oct 03, 2026, 11:00 AM – Oct 04, 2026, 4:00 PM, Memorial Psrk 4 Depew Ave, Nyack, NY

Nyack Arts & Crafts Walk

On October 3–4, the Nyack Arts & Crafts Walk returns to the Village of Nyack, bringing two days of open-air creativity, local makers, and neighborhood culture to this riverside community.

People walking on a street with a 'Makers Manifest Craft Market' sign in the foreground.

Oct 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Bleecker St & 8th Ave, New York, NY

West Village Makers Manifest

October 10 brings Makers Manifest back to Bleecker St, 8th Ave–11th St, right in the heart of the West Village’s distinct mix of charm, culture, and everyday street life.

Green Meadow Fall Fair

Saturday October 17, 10am-4pm, At the corner of Hungry Hollow & Chestnut Ridge Roads, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977

Green Meadow Fall Fair

• Craft vendors offering handcrafted gifts, toys, accessories, clothing, skincare, jewelry, home goods and more • Local food vendors and live music • Children’s activities and puppet shows

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