While I've talked a lot about my recent journeys through Hendricks and Putnam counties, I've not…read moregiven as much time to my frequent trips through Speedway on the way to my parents' home following my father's death. I'd seen the Speedway Artist Collective multiple times as I pass 16th and Lynhurst just about every time I make my way to US 36 (Rockville Road). The Speedway Artist Collective is a permanent program coming out of the Mars Hill Arts Center. MHAC has the mission of encouraging, supporting, and promoting local artists by giving them a place to sell their works. The founders of MHAC are from the Speedway area and have been committed to really promoting Indy's west side. Located in the end spot of a small strip center, Speedway Artist Collective is open limited hours. It's a non-profit shop featuring art from local artists. Speedway is obviously a racing-centered community, however, you can find much more here than racing themed items. The art has a diverse price range and you can easily find affordable art that also supports local artists. There are also classes here and I kind of fell in love with the "Free Little Art Gallery" out front (think "free library" but with art!). I might be exaggerating a bit to go 5-stars here, however, I don't think I am. I love the art work. I love the vibe. I love the community. I love the fact that you can introduce yourself to local artists and snag some art for the home. The sidewalks have curb cuts here. there's street parking alongside the building. You can enter through a single glass door that's level to the ground. Yes, there's a lot inside, however, I found it immensely workable and worth the effort. Given the limited hours, I'd be sure to check that they're open (hours may vary with special events). However, once I was finally able to stop in I fell in love with this little gem in Speedway.

Nonprofit shop full of affordable artist creations, including t-shirts, pillows, paintings, etc…read more Owner is very welcoming and knowledgeable about Speedway history and lore. My sister loved some coasters, but there were only 3 left. The owner called the artist and arranged to have more made to my sister's specifications. Above and beyond!

Easily one of the best spots to find a gift! I could spend hours here. The staff is incredibly…read moreknowledgeable and always helpful with any questions. If you love silver jewelry, this place is a candy store, but you'll also find fun games, unique cards, glassware, candles, books, Indy swag, and more. There is also a location in Carmel. And, they just celebrated 25 years (amazing!), so if you haven't checked it out yet, it's definitely worth a visit!

Looooooove SITC! Fantastic business run by good people with an incredibly fun retail selection…read more White elephant, sentimental, unique, Indy-based gifts at your fingertips. Incredible jewelry (some made by awesome local artists). All items range in cost, which makes it easy to find what you want. This store is a staple for the city and a must visit.

I paid over 175.00 for three t-shirts and two hats. All…read morethree t - shirts were a 3 X. They all Shrank to a large when washed. Pitiful. CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP FABRIC. Don't waste your money here. Poor quality items for crazy expensive prices!!!

When visiting the track grab a souvenir from the gift shop located in the museum. Located in the…read morefront of the museum. There is no charge to enter. They have a lot of merchandise that will satisfy the entire family. Everything with Indy 500 or Brickyard 400 logos. Mugs, clothing, prints and nice jackets. Also nice die cast cars of different sizes. They have a track table for kids to play with cars. Overall good shop and staff was nice. We did not purchase anything. 3.5

I had not been in for awhile, but I was glad I was able to stop in to check them out, I got some…read morenice items on sale, and it was cool to see the different local/small artists products, check them out for fun things for a friend, or for yourself! Friendly staff as well.

Pumpkinfish is a fun place to find an unique gift or souvenir of Indiana. The shop is located in…read moreThe Garage Food Hall, part of the Bottleworks complex off Mass Ave. They carry a wide range of merchandise including dog related mugs, local popcorn and chocolate, fudge, cards, jewelry, home accessories and more. I found some of the Indianapolis-themed items most interesting. Some of the merchandise is a bit risqué (adult oriented) making ideal gifts for a bachelor/bachelorette party. They even carry an interesting assortment of gift cards. The clerk was super friendly and welcoming during my visit. Prices range from reasonable to high for quirky stuff you just can't find anywhere else. There is a parking lot behind the complex or metered street parking along Mass Ave.

Oh my word!! What a beautiful transition from the old shop behind Charlie Brown's. Brook moved into…read morethe new 1300 building along Main Street in downtown Speedway. The shop sits next door to LePeep, so after LePeeps, take a second to pop in. I am so excited for Brooke who continues to make her dreams come true. She started painting furniture in her home, and now her business has grown into this beautiful shop. Brooke still paints furniture if you are considering updating an item. She painted a small cupboard for me and did a nice job. The shop is filled with gift items, home decor from furniture to soy candles, vases, greenery, pottery, mirrors, table lamps to floor lamps, Artisan tea towels, wooden lazy susan, artisan dessert plates to framed watercolors to name a just a few items. They even carry a few gifts for a new baby. You can purchase an adorable, sweet swaddling blanket and a precious "My First Snuggled Bunny." To cute!! I was surprised to find the ever popular Taylor Swift designs with tee shirts, stickers for a phone, cooler, notebook, or laptop. As you can imagine, they sell out fast. If you are interested in Indy 500 decor, then you most likely have seen Justin Patten's artwork. His cavased printed artwork comes ready to frame. I received one as a gift from folks staying at my home, and we love it.

The atmosphere and tasteful selections were exactly what I was looking for! But most important, was…read morethe helpful hints and attentiveness. We don't find that as much as we should in today's world. It will be my new "go to"!

Ok, I had to stop and get fresh cookies for breakfast. Please & Thank You is an award winning…read morecookie/coffee shop with locations in Indianapolis and Louisville. This was my first visit to their Mass Ave shop. The clerks were welcoming and attentive. There were cake plates and cases filled with fresh cookies and bars. Guests sipped coffee and visited in three small booths on the side. The shop is cute inside. We selected a bourbon blondie bar and a chocolate coconut meringue cookie. The bourbon bar was really good, but I couldn't really taste the bourbon. The chocolate bottom on the coconut cookie was a perfect touch. There is metered street parking early in the day, but spaces grow sparse during noon time. P&TY is a good stop on Mass Ave.

Please, Please and Thank You: Add some designated parking spaces in front of your store. Thank you!…read moreIt's taken me years to visit you, because parking on Mass Ave can be a mess, and I'm not paying for parking just to buy a cookie. I happened to be in the Bottleworks District today, and I was already paying for parking anyway, so I thought it was the perfect day to finally visit Please and Thank You. Upon consideration after tasting the cookies, it might be worth it to pay for parking just to get cookies! The cookies are that good. I guess there's a reason why they are considered the best cookies by USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for the state of Kentucky. Kentucky is where the original Please and Thank You shop is from. We got a few different cookies: a peanut butter sandwich cookie, a chocolate chip cookie, a frosted sugar cookie and a macaroon. All of our cookies were great, but the chocolate chip cookie is transcendent! That might be why they sell tubs of their chocolate chip cookie dough to take home and bake yourself. The cookie that I chose was a macaroon, which I haven't had in years, but it looked so tasty with its chocolate bottom and toasted coconut. It tasted almost marshmallowy because of the toastedness, but it was chewy and moist in the middle. I always forget what wonderful things macaroons are. There are a few other treats besides cookies: a blondie bar, a brownie (gluten-free and regular), a Rice Krispie treat and slices of quick bread. Mostly, though, this is a cookie shop. It's also a coffee shop, but if you're a black-coffee drinker, I would not recommend the house drip coffee. It's very bitter tasted burnt! Not good. There are a few seats inside this small shop, but mostly, this is a to-go cookie joint. Get your goodies, and then GTFO.

Great Indy 500 memorabilia -I picked up the Bill Vukovich book -The Man Who Wouldn't Lift, during…read moremy visit. Highly satisfying experience

Three Sisters and a Trunk is a boutique on Main Street next door to the Main Attraction Antique…read moreMall. Marie has been opened for several years now and has become a staple for racing attire. I always tell people if you need a black or black and white outfit shop here first. The shop is loaded with gorgeous black and white clothing, many handbags, hats, accessories, racing decor and a limited amount of home decor. Sizes range from X-Small to 3X and there is a dressing room for trying on clothing. Several drivers have shopped here and signed the drivers/celebrities wall. She has several racing items in the front half of the store. Check it out if you're a collector. You never know what you'll find. We've been lucky and found several cool collectibles here. Stop in to browse and feel free to have a seat and visit for a few minutes. She's closed Sunday through Tuesday and open Wednesday through Saturday.

I ordered a delivery for a family member. They delivered it promptly and followed my drop off…read moredirections to a tee. Flowers looked beautiful and were reasonably priced. Will use them again.

Steer clear of this place, not only were my flowers not delivered (unless you call sitting the…read moreorder down outside the building and expecting the receipt to somehow arbitrarily happening across them delivered) it was nearly impossible to get a refund, which after two months and five phone calls finally happened. I hate to say support an established big entity over a small company, but I wouldn't seek their services again.