Named for the endangered Lake Michigan shorebird, our storefront celebrates creativity and place with a curated collection of women’s fashion, art gallery, and monthly artist events.
At The Piping Plover, we believe creativity is essential to human flourishing.
Traditionally one of the most ancient forms of art is cloth making. Before industrialization, regions were known by their specific costumes and designs. In Proverbs 31, the wife of noble character holds the distaff and spindle in her hand.
Our store is more than just a retailer, it’s an immersive experience where people feel seen and heard, where locally and ethically made garments are sold, a place where generations can foster connection and celebration through gift giving and art.
At The Piping Plover place is more than a dot on a map. True belonging happens when a community stewards the unique features of its region.
As poet and essayist Wendell Berry writes: the similarity of everyone is that we inhabit the same earth.
Our focus on local and ethical goods come from a desire to steward our planet, our region, and deep care for the community of Manistee. We’re dedicated to serving and celebrating our place.