Shops Archive

Historic Main Street Merchants Association

The Historic Main Street Merchants Association is a variety of local businesses that have come together to promote all the life and beauty that Main Street, Chincoteague Island has to offer. As an organization they have created some local events to promote commerce and community along with being a network for business communication and a channel to help local merchants work together in the beautiful island community. You can find the members on their website.

Chincoteague Island Outfitters

Anyone who has been on vacation, especially with children, knows the struggle of packing… not just packing for your destination, but repacking to leave as well. You always have more stuff at the end of the vacation and somehow things do not fit as easily as before. Chincoteague Island Outfitters (CIO) strives to make that experience a little easier by offering a variety of beach equipment, tables and chairs, kayaks, and much more all for rent. They also have unique gifts available for purchase. Don’t be caught on the hot sand without a chair! Come to CIO for all your vacation rental needs. They are always adding to their inventory, so please ask if you don’t see something on their list! FREE DELIVERY ON THE ISLAND!

Sundial Books

Sundial Books is Chincoteague’s locally owned year ’round full-service bookshop. Their inventory includes two floors of new, used and collectible books, including books about the Island and the Eastern Shore. Browse the eclectic collection of music cd’s, as well as jewelry, art, gifts, journals and cards made by local artists. Check out the website for upcoming author signings, book talks, poetry readings, live music and other events. They specialize in old-fashioned customer service. If you can’t find a book you are looking for, please let them know. They can order most books currently in print and will search various resources for copies of used books.

Osprey Nest Art Gallery, Shopping, Chincoteague Island, VA

The Osprey Nest

The Osprey Nest is Chincoteague’s #1 stop for all your art needs and has been serving the community of Chincoteague and visitors for over 30 years. The Art Gallery features paintings by renown wildlife artist Kevin McBride. The Gift Shop features a wide variety of souvenirs and gifts for all ages and budgets. The experienced custom framing department uses the materials and technology needed to preserve any type of art.