Show Some Love This Valentine’s Day
Find the perfect token of your affection at the Curiosity Shop
Published01/27/2020 , by Gretchen Zampogna
This Valentine’s Day, we have gifts for the literal-minded—anatomically correct hearts, anyone?—and the romantic (try a guide to the night sky for sweet stargazing date). Head to our gift shop to find everything you need to woo your sweetie or show a friend your appreciation on Galentine’s Day.
Anatomical Hearts
The heart is the body's pump—and it keeps you alive. Why not celebrate that very special organ with a Valentine's gift? (Click through for details on each item.)
This vibrant poster depicting the human heart will add a pop of color to any wall! (11x14", $12.95)
What better place to keep important notes than a notebook featuring the human heart—a very important organ indeed? (hardcover, $17.95)
A soft cover version of the human heart notebook is also a nice choice—and is made with 100 percent recycled paper. ($9.95)
This super absorbent polymer heart "grows huge when placed in water." What more could you ask for? (Jar and fully grown heart for illustration only. $7)
This lovely anatomical heart from local maker Larissa Loden is sure to let that special someone know how much you love them! ($34)
Keep that bright red Valentine's theme going with a Mush Love card. ($5)
Who can resist cuddling when they get a card like this? ($5)
This beautiful card with foil accents is the perfect companion for any gift. ($5.75)
Romance of the Stars
Impress your sweetie or show your friendship with a gift focused on the night sky! Click through for details on each item.
The Miller Planisphere can show you what the sky looks like on any night of the year. Stargaze with that special someone and you can identify everything from Cepheus to Canis Major, and all the stars in between. ($9.95)
Pour a glass of wine for yourself and a friend in these beautiful stemless wineglasses showing constellations from both the summer and winter night skies. ($29.95)
Pour a cold brew for two. OK, these aren't star-themed, but they are a pair—and some prefer beer to wine! ($24.95)
If you expect to get really romantic on Valentine's Day (or just value fresh, minty breath!), these are for you. ($3.50)
The name says it all on this lip balm! ($5, locally made)
Use a handy date wheel to find out what phase the Moon was in on a special date (an engagement? Wedding? First kiss?), and get that Moon on a sterling silver chain. Bonus: the Moon absorbs light during the day and glows softly in the dark! ($48)
A closer look at the Moonglow necklace (displayed on a crystal cupcake, $13.95).
This lovely heart brings the sparkle with hand-embroidered bead work. ($46)
Do You Like Puns? Do You Like Science? You've Come to the Right Place.
The Curiosity Shop is the place to go for all your geeky and cute gift card needs. There's something for everyone! Click through for details.
Who can resist the enticing light of the anglerfish? Nobody, that's who. ($4.50, 100 percent recycled paper)
Geek out with this chemistry card. The right person will find it just as hilarious as you do. ($5)
A lovely sentiment with a beautiful moon. ($4.50, 100 percent recycled paper)
Nothing is cuter than an otter ... except maybe two otters. ($5.99, fair trade, recycled paper)
Sometimes you just need to say what you mean, and this card will help. ($5)
If you thought we only had one awesome anglerfish, think again. ($4.50, 100 percent post consumer waste recycled paper)