If you love Detroit (or just great local finds), put this everything-Detroit boutique at the very top of your list. It's one of those shops that perfectly captures the spirit of the city while still feeling welcoming, creative, and genuinely community-focused. The location in Midtown is super convenient, with easy street parking nearby -- always a bonus in the city. And if you have time, definitely pop next door to Nest, which they also own. It has the same thoughtful vibe and is absolutely worth browsing plant-centric items. This is my go-to spot for gifts, although I'll admit some items mysteriously end up staying with me. The selection is fantastic: unique Detroit-themed T-shirts, beautiful jewelry, coasters, drinkware, cutting boards, locally made soaps, baby gifts, and so much more. Everything has a Michigan connection, and a lot of the pieces come from local artists and makers, which makes shopping here feel even more meaningful. What really sets this place apart, though, is the people behind it. The staff are genuinely kind, knowledgeable, and clearly invested in their community. You can tell they care about supporting local artists, small businesses, and the neighborhood as a whole -- and that makes supporting them feel good too. If you want authentic Detroit gifts, thoughtful local products, and a shopping experience that feels personal rather than corporate, this spot absolutely delivers. I always look forward to coming back. read more

Located adjacent to their sister store Nest, City Bird is a small shop specializing in Detroit themed housewares and gifts from local artists . If looking for a unique gift for your favorite Michigander,this is the place to go. read more

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Very friendly staff. Unique items. Nice reflection of Detroit theme merchandise. Pretty easy parking. Pay attention to the signage of where to park. read more

Friendly staff greeted me as I walked in. This cute Michigan and Detroit brand heavy shop is next door to their sister store Nest. Whatever you could be looking for to gift a non-Detroiter or Michigander, this is the place. read more

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Cute place to shop for the unusual person in your life even if that is you. Special items for special people and stuff tourist for those who visit our wonderful city. Card selection is full of cards for those who send sweet words with some for us smart asses. If you send one, probably no one else will send the same one. Prices are what you expect for the block. Glad I visited since I have wanted to since I read about it when it opened. read more

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This is such an adorable shop to look around in. They have these cute soaps when you walk in that smell amazing. We also saw tons of candles. They have the crystal ones and quite a lot of Michigan scents. They had a lot of sale sections to look through and we found a reslly awesome crystal candle. They also had these cool coasters that had Michigan themes on them. We saw some jewelry as well and knitted toys for children. All around its an adorable shop to look through and possibly buy a unique home made gift for a friend or family member. read more

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I was really hoping to find some simplistic detroit crewnecks here as a souvenir but not much luck. It must be not a great season to sell sweatshirts. The few they had weren't really my cup of tea. We did get some small magnets which were reasonable and the perfect takeaway. The neighborhood was pretty nice and parking was easy (though metered fyi) The staff were friendly but not overly involved/hovering which I love Overall a VERY cute shop and great small business to support for souvenirs or Detroit gifts read more

Stopped in here this past week while in Midtown for a Yelp Elite experience at Nest. I had definitely heard of City Bird before but never been able to drop by till now. They had a lot of very cute Michigan-specific things - if you have any Michigan ex-pat friends, they'd love these, or anyone who loves Michigan in general. They also had other things such as homeware, jewelry, etc. Unfortunately they were closing at 7pm and we arrived around 645pm but I'd like to drop by another time to check it out a bit more. read more

This store is cards & stationary heaven and really was the jumping off point in me deciding to begin collecting a bunch of Michigan prints to display in my home. I love that they are an amalgam of so many wonderful local vendors & they are such a cohesive moment that it makes me want to cry. I love this place so much. City Bird has so much to offer. You will surely find cards to suit any situation you might ever have to give a card in and gives you so many options in the way of aesthetic Michigan-themed decor, clothing, books, etc. items as well to fill your home & to pair with your thoughtful card to your friends & family. Don't forget to stop by next door to their sister store, Nest, while you're in Cass Corridor for additional cuteness & cohesiveness. read more

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In a brick and brutalist style condo and retail building, limited street pay parking, nearby pay lot. A large room crammed full of Detroit and area attractions themed gifts, from books to highball glasses to tees. Everything was really pricey, and limited selection--in particular the sizing for the tees. And the building was hard to get into, non standard steps and a trip hazard means the mobility impaired should avoid. read more

City Bird is the perfect place to grab gifts for yourself and others! It is my go-to spot for occasion cards and stationary. I also appreciate their locally made items and stylish Michigan-themed accessories. Be sure to check out their sister store, Nest, for home decor! read more

was in town for family and wanted to gift my Houston coworkers uniquely Detroit gifts. This was the perfect place to come! They have such a great selection of items to choose from and at such fair prices. I went to a few other stores (Detroit themed shops) and none of them compared. If you are in the market for Detroit or Michigan themed gifts or apparel, stop in! It will definitely be worth your time and $$! And the shopkeepers were so friendly and welcoming! 10/10! read more

City Bird - Magnets + coasters + candles - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Super cute place to shop. They have a wide variety of items to satisfy any mood. Michigan & Detroit things. They also have Detroit Rose candles! read more

I stopped in last week for the Yelp event chocolate pick-up and was delighted by what I found. Importantly, I subsequently brought my girlfriend back here for another visit, which I'll limit this review to. Staff are super nice and business is brisk in this spot. People are constantly in and out - lots of customers in here. A really nice assortment of fun and unique gifts. Cards, mugs, socks, clothing, jewelry, and everything in between. Super fun spot. I picked up some bags of the chocolate I was introduced to through the Yelp event and some of the chocolate covered Michigummies (omg). This will definitely be a regular stop - particularly for fun and unique cards for every occasion! read more

City Bird has the most wonderful selection of homes goods, gifts, paper, accessories, apparel and so much more. ⁣ ⁣ If you find yourself in Detroit, we absolutely recommend stopping by and seeing what they have to offer! read more

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There is nothing not to love about this midtown staple. It's small, but that doesn't deter City Bird from carrying a wonderful variety of very cool, well designed, and frequently handmade items from local artists as well as artisans from across the country, as well thoughtful designers. The staff is friendly and helpful, and you will no doubt be tempted by something here--I always am. read more

Love shopping here! And will keep coming back! City Bird has so much merchandise I could spend a whole day here. Really hip and cool items for oneself or for gifts. The Detroit themed items are awesome. Great prices and great service. read more

City Bird was a cute shop we decided to visit while bumming around on a cold Saturday afternoon. The store is small and got cramped pretty quickly. I enjoyed the designs of a lot of the things City Bird sells but I can't get behind the prices. Tee-shirts were almost all priced more than $24. Tiny plastic Michigan-shaped charms on cheap nickel chains were $20. Small soy candles were $32. Just seemed to be too much money for what you get. I can appreciate paying more for local goods but some stuff was just ridiculous. I also feel dedicating an entire store wall to $5 greeting cards is a waste of valuable space, but that's just me. I didn't end up buying anything but can definitely see the appeal in this shop. It's worth a visit but do expect to open your wallet if you find something you love. read more

City Bird - Cute Michigan-shaped pillows. - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

City Bird continues to be my favorite store in Detroit. And since I've written my last review, they've expanded and packed more amazing stuff in the shop. Anytime I need a unique gift, or want to treat myself to something amazing, I come here. Stationary, Detroit branded clothing, greeting cards, jewelry, kids stuff, home decor, party supplies and more can all be found here. It's easy to find something for everyone! And the prices are incredibly affordable, too. I've recently been redoing some of the decor in our house and I was looking for some new prints to hang. First place I went? City Bird! And I got 4 new beauties to hang up in our bedroom, a few floral prints and a beautiful butterfly print (a mix of local artists and Rifle Paper). And while I specifically went in just for the prints, I couldn't help but dig through everything else. It took everything I had not to add a basket of other goodies to my purchase, but I had to be financially responsible. Ha! But next time I'm in the market for a little treat myself day, I know exactly where I'm going! Keep up the amazing work, CB! read more

City Bird is adorable and I love their sense of style when it comes to displays - the shop when it's decorated for the holiday season is downright magical to walk into. Kind of reminds me of when you were a kid and got to briefly walk into the FANCY toy store, only you're allowed to actually touch nearly everything and smell it or pick it up and take a look. They have a consistently great stationary selection, with some Japanese brands that are a little harder to find, and tons of interesting smelling candles. I usually shop for gifts here because if I need to I can reliably find a really cool and thoughtful gift that's not going to fully bankrupt me, but I also know that I could find something higher end as well. They have a great price and item range that suits pretty much anyone I can think of, which is not a given for many new Detroit boutiques. (Lookin' at you, purposely unnamed Midtown stores that charge you 25 dollars for a keychain. Oof.) Check out their bitters/mixers/jams selection, they always have amazing new brands and flavors to look out for! read more

The absolute best souvenir shop in Detroit (and maybe Michigan too)! I wanted to buy everything there. Such a great selection. A must-visit place for locals and visitors alike. read more

This is a neat store in a really cool little block of a neighborhood that has some other great stores, and man, was it busy! I was there for a yelp event but I had to go back 3 times to actually get to the counter. That's nothing on the store, it's got a lot of great items that are very much Detroit and Michigan, including cool posters and a whole wall of cards. If there's anything bad about it, it's not a big store so if you're there on the weekend be prepared for crowds. Otherwise if you're looking for nick knacks and gifts, it is worth a stop. read more

I stopped in here the other day while in the area. I was so pleased to find a wall of about 500 cards by different illustrators and designers. They had unique selections for every occasion - which can be hard to find at larger chain stores. I am HUGE on getting beautifully illustrated cards for friends and family, so I definitely will come here for all of those moments. Additionally, their accessories were beautiful. Also, they had a section of cute old timey gifts for children, as well as Detroit and Michigan themed apparel for babies and little ones. read more

I visited this store for the first time, and I am thoroughly impressed, store smells really good when you walk in, they have a wide selection of great gift ideas if you looking to get a loved one a gift and know they like authentic stuff from Michigan. There is cute toy section for the little ones, a little something for every taste, I'm very picky but I will be back. If you searching for a souvenir to take back home or send to a loved one out of town, hey Christmas is approaching I think this nice little shop in the midtown area, easy to find the read more

Cute little shop with lots of unique items and friendly staff. My finds that day were a super soft Detroit tee, handmade earrings, and some lovely stationary. Stop in! read more

City Bird is a fun place to stop for a great meal. Large portions so be prepared to share or take some home with you

City Bird is such a great find. Located in the heart of Midtown, it is the perfect place to drop in and grab a gift for the holiday season. The shop features an unparalleled selection of witty greeting cards, fridge magnets, artisanal soaps, and Michigan centric products. Has a strict and safe capacity limit due to COVID-19, so I'd recommend stopping in during off peak hours to avoid a wait. City Bird truly has something for everyone. Can't wait to continue my holiday shopping here! read more

This is exactly the kind of shops Detroit needs more of. Lots of fun stuff to choose from and the staff are so friendly! Can't wait to return! read more

So you say, I would love a pair of earrings mapped with the city of Detroit... or ice cubes in the shape of Michigan (both peninsulas)... how about a Michigan cutting board? Or a super trendy Detroit T-shirt. Having a staycation? Pop in here for your 'Greetings from Detroit' postcards. This shop has everything Michigan and Detroit. It's fabulous. Plus it's right next to a great home goods store called Nest and 2 breweries. read more

This cute gift/home goods store is warm and inviting, one of a kind and perfect for just about any occasion. No matter if you're picking up a random item for your home, for yourself or even for someone else, you WILL find something and it will blow your mind. A lot of the items in this store are local Michigan made products and have Detroit or the Mitten incorporated into them. So this is the place to go for all your "Detroit" branded gear and for a really good price too. I notice some smaller shops have very pricey items but not here. I think everything is priced pretty reasonable. So if you don't have a crazy amount to spend, you can still find a special gift without going broke. The even sell Birthday cards, so this is definitely a one stop shop! I did some Christmas shopping here last year and I was very pleased with my gifts! I out did myself, I think, and got my mom the cutest tin recipe box, that came with recipe cards and dividers. My mom cooks a lot and she is the absolute best at it, so it was special to give her something that she can fill with recipes and memories and one day give back to me :) They had three different kinds and I went with the tan floral one, and she loves it. I also got my papa a Detroit sweatshirt with the OG (scary) tiger on it, which he really likes since he remembers when that was the Tigers' logo. With all the Detroit/Michigan items here I'm inspired to make my friend a Detroit care package since she moved out of state and misses Detroit dearly. And! I know exactly where to go to get everything too! read more

City Bird - Cool Detroit journal! - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Fantastic customer service on my online order! Above and beyond what I would expect. Kimberly was a total rockstar in making sure I got what I wanted. Great gift ideas and unique items that bring a little of Michigan and Detroit to Tennessee. Will absolutely be ordering more and stopping in the store next time I get a visit back home! read more

Love this store! So cute!! A good store for buying souvenirs/ gifts. Cute little things here and there. My only problem was there wasn't any ramp to get in the store. I have a 5 month old daughter and we bring the stroller wherever we travel. So we had to lift the stroller to get into the store. Plus it was cold out so we're not just gonna leave it outside hahaha read more

I had to unfortunately give City Bird a low review today because of my experience with someone who answered the phone. I've frequented this place many times in the past and had a few last minute gifts to purchase Christmas Eve. I called to see if they are opened and either the woman was extremely busy or very unhappy about pulling the holiday shift. Conversation went like this: Me: Ring ring City Bird: City Bird (flat and irritated sounding) Me: hi, how are you? I'm inquiring if you are open today. City Bird: yep Me: umm ok. What are the hours City Bird: something like 5:00 pm Me: thank you very much City Bird: *click* Thanks for spreading the holiday cheer. So unprofessional. Debating about ever frequenting them again even though the merchandise is great. read more

Super cute place to shop! Overpriced but cute with fun local goods. Although it's an expensive store, the staff is chill.

This place was mad cool! Their assortment of stationary is fantastic. And Like Jenni H. said, if you're looking for gift ideas this place will have a ton of accents to make that gift even more unique. From t-shirts to liquor decanters with Detroit logos etched into them, this place is just dope. Perhaps a little pricey but well worth the coin. Totally worth checking out and a nice place to take a date if you're bouncing around midtown on an aimless afternoon. read more

Another great addition to Detroit! Staff was helpful and friendly. Lot of great items, many out of my price range. I like this newer area. read more

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Cutest, coolest shop I've ever been in. Found lots of great things for friends and family now living out of state. Great selection of jewelry, drinkware, cards, candles, and so much more! read more

This place is great! I did a lot of holiday shopping here and found something for everyone on my list. I went back last weekend and I found the perfect gift for a friend's birthday. The layout is cool, the staff was really helpful and many of the goods are one of a kind and made right here in the mighty mitten. Highly recommended! read more

I like City Bird, but wouldn't quite say that I love it. Things I like: * There are definitely a lot of of cool items - glassware, apparel, cards, jewelry, home goods, gifts, accessories, etc. * Most of the stuff seems to be Detroit/Michigan-themed and/or made locally which is cool * Prices are mostly reasonable Things I don't like * It gets uncomfortably cramped pretty easily with just a handful of customers * I feel like too much of the store is given up to novelty greeting cards (I'm SO over this trend) and generic, mass-produced shot glasses, t-shirts, etc. with "Detroit" and a city map printed on it (it's a little boring, unoriginal when I can find the same thing at a gas station or Spencer's type store) Overall, it's a nice shop with plenty to look at, but I'll save my next visit for a weekday so I can avoid the madhouse. read more

Cute little store, Detroit oriented. I might have fallen in love with the whiskey tumblers featuring every one of its 55 neighborhoods.....you will never know. Bright, whimsical and reasonably priced, it features everything from clothing, jewelry, soaps and fragrances, decoration items and even a small section of vintage. And cards. Lots of 'em. You are bound to find something you like. read more