Collective Seed & Supply Co. — Local services in Clarksdale

I visited this excellent establishment in August while doing a Delta Blues history road trip in the middle of the pandemic. It was THE HIGHLIGHT of my drive from New Orleans to Memphis and beyond. It is a gift shop full of one of a kind items; a provisions store with locally cured meats, cheeses and even ice cream; a dry goods store with hard to find items like unique seasonings, cooking supplies and infused oils; and by the looks of things it will become a garden center with unique plants, flowers and herbs.

Jae, the young woman managing the well-organized shop is a wealth of information. She made reservations for me at a local Moon Lake restaurant while I was there. She also wrote down the names and addresses of other must-see places in the area. I can't say enough good things about this gem of a store. I didn't know what I would find when I decided to go inside, but I'm sure glad I did. Don't miss out! You won't be...

This is a great little store..lots of truly beautiful artistic items for home or garden. A very welcoming, calming ambience. A little haven. They have lots of great "starts", both veggie and floral now in the spring. Also have chicken and horse feed! We love that it is run by a cooperative which is a business model we want to support. The folks who work there can benefit when they make the business run well...not just labor for the stock holders. And some great people work there who are knowledgeable and friendly. They'll even carry the heavy feed to your car. We stop by whenever we go to Clarksdale. Farmers Market....maybe on Saturdays? Not sure which day, months or hours.

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Every time I visit Clarksdale, I practically drop my bags at check-in at Travelers and hurry myself to Collective Seed & Supply. I looooove a general store, and this is one of the best. I usually scoop up a few gifts because Ann’s (the owner) buyer instincts offer up some of the coolest stuff. I also buy snacks and wine too, and I just love the selection of healthy and local fare. Even though I don’t buy the plants, one MUST browse the outdoor area. It’s fantastic (and now boasts cool wall murals). This place is a gem and a great gift shop, garden shop, seed and supply shop, and delicious little grocery too. Ann and the staff are always friendly and won’t mind if you sit out front on a rocking chair for...