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    Why I Love Where I Live

    4.8 (37 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 5:00 PM

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    Isabella J.

    If you're looking for a shop that's heavily themed on Tucson and Arizona goods, this is ones for you! Located in the MSA Annex, this store is a great choice for finding fun and thoughtful gifts. They've got a variety of things suitable for all ages. I've purchased books, stickers, T-shirts, hats, and more. I love that they make a strong effort to not only showcase locally made goods but they also work with local partners for print and making their own merch. A must visit if you head to the MSA Annex!

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    Dawn C.

    This shop is a wonderful spot to find souvenirs related to Tucson and the Sonoran desert. One can find shirts, cups, stickers, cards, books, jewelry, art, and toys. The staff are always engaging and it's a favorite spot to get Tucson stickers for my water bottle. My spirits are lifted at all that is to be found here.

    Michael D.

    What a cool little store celebrating the home team. Super friendly staff, great gift options, and a photo op Plus, everyone needs a "Send Tacos" T-shirt, prove me wrong.

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    Megan M.

    I'm always greeted by a friendly face at the counter! This is my absolute favorite place to buy birthday cards! I always like to buy a card and pair it with the super cute stickers they have! And if you're a hat wearer beware.....they have a super cute collection of baseball hats with cactus on them in an array of gorgeous colors. I need one in every color! This time I took my friend Camila who was visiting from Phoenix because she was in need of a birthday card and she loved the idea of pairing it with a few stickers! As we were checking out, I saw their new leather keychains! I just had to buy one! They have cute sayings and frankly, they just spoke to me. Love my new 2020 keychain! I'll post a picture of the one I purchased! I wish they had more T-shirts for women! Xoxo, Localdogmommegs

    Trevor C.

    I do love where I live! If you're looking for anything Tucson then this is the perfect place from cards, stickers, T-shirts, and so much more this is the place to check out.

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    Christina Z.

    If you're looking to shop small business this holiday season, highly recommend stopping by Why I Love Where I Live! The store features shirts, masks, hats, books, cards, and little gifts/stocking stuffers that highlight the spirit of Tucson and celebrate locally made items. If you buy a mask, they donate a mask to a local organization in need, and right now, they have a holiday collection which has the cutest desert themed ornaments and cards. I always have to resist buying more than what I came in looking for - love this place!

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    Melissa C.

    The MSA Annex is a favorite spot to bring out-of-towners and to visit when we're in the neighborhood. The re-purposed shipping containers are unique and modern, and the shops are owned by locals. Why I Love Where I Live is on the east end of the Annex near Beaut Burger. Since WILWIL has opened, we have brought guests several times to select Tucson-themed stickers, t-shirts, hats, games, chocolates, you name it. We also have shown our love of Tucson with some shirts and books purchased here. Kristin, the owner, keeps the shop fun and fresh. If you don't know the story behind the shop or its mission, check it out on their website - https://www.whyilovewhereilive.com/thestory.

    Fernando R.

    Fun local store that offers lots of Tucson merchandise. Lots of fun items and a great options. Hydroflasks, t-shirts, cools stickers, kids shirts, hats, + much more. Amazing place to get gifts that are local and help out our economy. In a great shopping area that offers different retail stores, food, and a nice liquor/bar area. Stop by and take a couple of hours to wander around.

    Alex C.

    I've been following this store on Instagram for awhile. If you're not following them do it now! They're always posting cute new items for sale, which you can buy online too. The store itself is tiny, like all the stores in the Annex shopping center. They're all made of out shipping containers and very charming inside. Everything for sale is Arizona/Tucson themed and reasonably priced. I bought a sticker for $3 by a local artist. There are loads of cute stickers! There are also T-shirt's for $25, water bottles, pins, books, hats, patches and so much more. It's really a must see if you love all things Sonoran desert. It's a great store that supports local artists, inspires pride in Tucson, and invites those new to the desert to explore and learn. Support local. Live local. Check this store out!

    Cerys S.

    A superb spot with coffee, specialty brew, craftsmanship, music, a noodle/sushi shop, burgers, bicycles, and more.

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    I love where I live and I am glad there is a store that provides swag to let me show it off.

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    Absolutely adorable!! I found so many good gifts for friends that have moved out of town and want to remember the beautiful southwest

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    Everything for sale is Arizona/Tucson themed and reasonably priced.

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