Just in case you didn’t finish your shopping in July, we have delightful ideas of how you can take care of the people on your holiday gift list! From the familiar retailers of downtown Indianapolis to upscale boutiques, charming museum stores and eclectic mom-and-pop shops, Indianapolis takes shopping to a new level of style, selection and sophistication this holiday season.

When you visit the city’s museum shops, you’ll find gift items that are as unique as the people who receive them!

Touch down at the new Indianapolis Airport (Col. H. Weir Cook Terminal opening on Nov. 12) and discover one of the nation’s first and most comprehensive local museum stores, Cultural Crossroads, with endless gift-buying opportunities without even hailing a taxi. This ground-breaking partnership brings merchandise and displays from eight leading Indianapolis museums and cultural institutions to shoppers, including: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Conner Prairie, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indian & Western Art, Indiana Historical Society, Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis Art Center, Indianapolis Museum of Art and the Indianapolis Zoo.

Chances are you can’t afford a Rembrandt, but after seeing his paintings at the Indianapolis Museum of Art (IMA), visit the gift shop and discover plenty of creations that are within your budget. The IMA Store features a unique selection of jewelry, pottery, textiles, glass and stationary items, many featuring reproductions from the IMA's collections. In addition the new IMA Design Center (opening Oct. 11) will feature delightful, innovative and design solutions for anyone’s everyday life, including tableware, textiles, furniture, home accessories and jewelry made by contemporary European and American designers and major manufactures.

Remember the infamous leg lamp from “A Christmas Story?” Visit the Indiana History Center to see the lamp, then stop by Basile History Market and purchase one for the eccentric individual on your list! The Market is also the place to find those uniquely Indiana pieces: literature, art, jewelry, books and more! On Dec. 6, buy holiday gifts and get books signed at the fifth annual Holiday Author Fair, featuring more than 90 talented Indiana authors and works of fiction, non-fiction, history, poetry and more.

Conner Prairie is a nationally acclaimed living history museum with a gift shop full of its own gems, like heirloom seeds and gourmet foods including jams, soups and old-fashioned candy. It’s also stocked with wool skeins and other textiles from its loom house, as well as the popular Conner Prairie pottery.

Speaking of pottery, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art operates an award-winning store, White River Trader. Blankets and purses from Pendleton, pottery by Jacquie Stevens or reproduction bronzes by Frederic Remington, the White River Trader has the one-of-a-kind, Southwestern-inspired gift you’re looking for.

Local artists share their wares at The Frank M. Basile Gallery Shop at the Indianapolis Art Center. Here you’ll find truly unique pieces, from photography and paintings to pottery, works of glass and handmade jewelry. For something custom made, you can place a special order with an artist! Anything goes - from a necklace accented with your favorite color to commissioning two dozen ceramic pieces as corporate gifts.

The Indiana State Museum’s gift shop offers two floors of products from Indiana artisans and businesses. You’ll find L.S. Ayres Tea Room cookbooks, Vera Bradley totes and purses, Amish goods, South Bend chocolates and IMAX films on DVD. New this year, visit The Chocolate Shoppe, a unique shop that is part of the Indiana State Museum’s temporary exhibition “Chocolate.” Tempt the taste buds of those on your shopping list with Indiana-made chocolates, featuring 30 types from the South Bend Chocolate Company, and more than 50 other varieties, as well as martini chocolates, mood chocolates and exotic chocolates like lavender chocolate, applewood smoked bacon chocolate, Mexican chipotle chili chocolates and much more!

Looking for toys that teach and stimulate creativity in young minds? At The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, if you can imagine it, you can find it! From a kaleidoscope kit or chemistry set to interactive board games and books, you’ll find something engaging your curious youngster.

The animal lover in your life will do flips when you give them an opportunity to interact with the dolphins at the Indianapolis Zoo! Purchase a gift certificate for the Dolphin In-Water Adventure and your loved one will go waste-deep in water with the trainers and the zoo’s dolphins. Also, check out the Indianapolis Zoo Store for unique items from Africa, including authentic drums handmade in Kenya and hand-carved statues. There are also plenty of plush animal toys and educational books and games about plants and animals. The Christmas Shoppe at White River Gardens featuring a wide variety of holiday ornaments and other seasonal items.

The romantic on your list will love something from the James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home. The gift shop sells beautifully illustrated reproductions of books of poems by the famed Hoosier who published 1,044 poems during his lifetime. You can also find toys from the late-Victorian era in which Riley lived.

Seat your guests for a holiday dinner at a table dressed with White House china. The gift shop at the President Benjamin Harrison Home offers 12 presidential china patterns including designs from the Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Harrison administrations. Pieces may be purchased individually or by the place setting. The shop also offers a wide variety of patriotic gift items. You can even buy an official White House ornament, which features President Benjamin Harrison this year!

For the theatre lover on your list, visit the Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT) for unusual decorative items, books, jewelry and accessories, fun toys for all ages and autographed scripts of the season’s plays. All proceeds from the gift shop support the artistic and educational work of the IRT, so every gift gives twice.

Wrap it all up with a pit stop at the Official Trackside Gift Shop inside the Hall of Fame Museum at the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway. For the racing fan in your life, why not give bricks from the original track, die-cast cars or other memorabilia dating back to 1909. You’ll also find a wide variety of t-shirts, key chains, pins and caps.

Looking for a gift that’s as one-of-a-kind as the person you’re buying for? Discover hidden treasures at hundreds of specialty shops the six Indianapolis cultural districts.

This retro neighborhood, north of downtown Indy, features everything from authentic 1920s flapper dresses to the hip trends of today’s runway in vintage stores and trendy boutiques. Wonderful gifts, decorative accessories and local artisans can be found throughout Broad Ripple in eclectic shops and art galleries.

Discover Indy’s cultural corridor in White River State Park, nestled along the banks of the restored Central Canal. Several museums and attractions dot its banks, with each one offering a variety of unique gift ideas such as stuffed animals, books, gourmet goodies, jewelry, home décor items and gardening tools.

This Indianapolis neighborhood will transport you back to the days of swing dancing, soda fountains and duckpin bowling. Known for its antique shops, specialty stores and art galleries, the incurable collector will delight in the treasures found in Fountain Square. Fine art paper from around the world, mid-century modern furniture and one-of-a-kind antiques make excellent gifts for the retro art lover.

A diagonal gateway to downtown, Indiana Avenue encompasses the most historically rich commercial district for Indianapolis’ African-American community. Take home a gift from the district known for history, spirituality and the “golden age of jazz.” In this area, you’ll find unique gifts, historic Indiana souvenirs and tickets to upcoming shows at the Madame Walker Theatre Center.

Bursting with renovated art galleries, trendy boutiques and quaint mom-and-pop shops, Mass Ave is where you’ll find the perfect gift for the hipster on your list. From unique glass pieces and handmade jewelry to high-end fashion trends and home décor with a modern twist, you’re sure to find a gift that will impress!

The Wholesale District is anchored by downtown’s Circle Centre mall, which features more than 100 specialty shops and restaurants, where you can grab a bite to eat after a day of power shopping! Lining the streets of the world-class shopping district, you’ll find everything from a custom jeweler to one of the Midwest’s largest comic book retailers.

Those looking for brand names and familiar department stores may prefer one of the local malls or lifestyle centers. Indianapolis is intersected by five interstates, making shopping in and around the city convenient and easy!

This lifestyle center in Plainfield, just west of Indianapolis, boasts a city within a city and a complete holiday experience – shopping, dining and holiday entertainment for the entire family. Metropolis is a one-stop-shop for all your gift-giving needs, featuring familiar retailers and specialty stores in an open-air setting.

Discover an eclectic mix of high-end fashion, local boutiques and nationally known shopping outlets at Clay Terrace in Carmel, on Indy’s north side. Vintage store fronts aglow by antique street lights create an inviting ambience for your holiday shopping. With retailers showcasing everything from home furnishings and jewelry to children’s toys and apparel for the entire family, you can pick up something for everyone on your list!

A visit to The Fashion Mall at Keystone is the ultimate shopping indulgence. Boasting a luxurious line-up including Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co., Sephora, BCBG and Crate & Barrel, even the most discerning shopper will be enchanted this holiday season. Several unique and locally owned shops are also located inside The Fashion Mall on Indy’s north side.

Spanning two full city blocks and four levels, Circle Centre sits in the heart of downtown Indianapolis and is home to more than 100 specialty shops, dining and entertainment options. Holiday shoppers will be absorbed in the options, including Nordstrom, Carson Pirie Scott and European discount design store H&M.

Edinburgh Premium Outlets is 45 miles south of Indianapolis and well worth the drive. Buy direct from the manufacturer and receive factory-to-you savings on brand name merchandise at more than 70 outlet stores.

No matter where you are in the city - shopping options abound!

Castleton Square Mall - Indy's northeast side

Washington Square Mall - Indy's east side

Greenwood Park Mall - Indy's south side

Lafayette Square Mall - Indy's west side