Girl power! Check out these women-owned businesses in Richmond / Wayne County, IN

Who runs the world? Girls! In Richmond and Wayne County, female-owned businesses are definitely making an impact, and making their presence known. To qualify as a woman-owned business, at least 51 percent of each establishment is owned by a female.
March is National Women’s History Month, and our local leading ladies have plenty to celebrate. Check them out and show them some support this month, and then come back to pay a repeat visit any time of the year.
There are plenty of choices for visitors who want to shop ‘til they drop. Find women’s clothing, accessories and great gifts at the Red Chandelier in Cambridge City, or discover your artsy side by browsing the creative wares of Maitri Gifts in Richmond’s Historic Depot District. Also located in the Historic Depot District, Two Sisters Books & More takes you on journey to lost kingdoms, fantasy worlds and historic literature with their large collection of books for all ages.

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Get crafty at Paint the Towne and pick up unique yarn supplies or throw some clay at Ply Fiber Arts. Luxe Lizzies Boutique carries fun fashions, jewelry and home décor, while the Bent Nickel proposes a thoughtfully vetted inventory of gift ideas with a positive message and items for the home. Bonus — shoppers can sip a great cup of coffee while they explore the selection of lifestyle products and gift offerings at the Village Forager in Centerville. Stop to smell the flowers at Lavender & Sage and browse their extensive collection of home decor and garden products.

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Strike a pose and make a soothing mind-body-spirit connection with a vinyasa or barre class at Journey Yoga on Richmond’s near north side. Then get empowered and build your confidence by firing up power tools to create a unique project all your own at one of the monthly workshops with Women’s Workshop Richmond.
In Cambridge City, the Museum of Overbeck Art Pottery tells the story of innovative women who made important impacts on national art history. Be sure to stop and check out the Overbeck Mural recognizing their art and contributions to the nation.

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You’re sure to have worked up an appetite after all that shopping and activity. The cozy Corner Café at the historic Leland serves up a home-cooked menu of tasty lunch selections that include sandwiches, soups, salads and hearty entrees. In addition to operating as a full-scale butcher shop, Radford’s Meat Market and Deli packs up satisfying box lunches and ready-to-eat meals to go. You can also buzz over to Dougherty Orchards in Cambridge City in season to enjoy some fresh apples, canoodle with the cute animal residents of the petting zoo, and sip a glass of wine. And for a sweet finale, pop into LisaCakes Dessert Studio for mouthwatering cupcakes, brownies, pie, cookies and other treats.

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At the end of the day, the Seldom Scene Meadow B&B serves as a safe, comfortable overnight sanctuary with a feminine touch in a lovely natural setting.
For information about these and other women-owned businesses to explore across Richmond and Wayne County, go to visitrichmond.org. And look for the 2024 Visitor Guide publication coming soon with more details on trip ideas, itineraries, activities, events and attractions.