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Store Hours & Holiday Closures

  • Our current store hours are Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm.

  • Yes, we adjust our store hours seasonally to accommodate fluctuating tourism in the Ely area.

  • Yes, we are closed on New Year's Day, July Fourth, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

  • Our Winter 2027 store hours begin Thursday, January 7th, 2027 and will be Thursday-Saturday 10am-5pm.

  • Our Summer 2027 store hours begin Monday, May 24th, 2027 and will be Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 11am-3pm.

  • Our Fall 2027 store hours begin Monday, September 6th, 2027 and will be Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm.

Store Location & Accessibility

  • Yes, there is on-street parking adjacent to the store on both Chapman Street and 1st Avenue North.

  • Free parking is available in Downtown Ely, with a two-hour time limit enforced May-September.

  • Yes, the eastern storefront door of Potluck Kitchenware is a no-step entrance.

  • Unfortunately, we do not have a public restroom. However, public restrooms are available nearby at Ely City Hall (209 E Chapman Street) and the Ely Public Library (224 E Chapman Street).

  • Yes, leashed and well-attended pets are welcome in our store.

  • We are located in the heart of the historic commercial district of Downtown Ely. Most of Ely's unique retail and dining businesses are located within 2-3 blocks of Potluck Kitchenware.

Products & Ordering

  • Yes, gift cards are available for purchase in store.

  • Refunds are available for items returned to the store in unused condition and with the original receipt. There are no time restrictions for obtaining a refund so long as the requirements for item condition and original receipt are met.

  • Soon! We plan to offer a limited selection of our products for sale through our website by year end 2026. Sign up for our newsletter to receive updates about sales launches, promotions, and other exclusives!

  • Nope!

  • We are proud to sponsor the phenomenal Nourishment Program Area of the Ely Folk School. EFS offers a wide-ranging selection of small-group cooking classes in their beautiful teaching kitchen with a focus on traditional techniques, non-competitive learning, and the culinary traditions of Northern Minnesota.

  • We no longer purchase vintage kitchenware for resale.

  • Our cornerstone brands form the core product offering of the store. We've tested them, recommend them without reservation, and always have them in stock.

  • Our list of cornerstone brands continues to grow so check back for updates! Currently it includes: Danica, de Buyer, Dreamfarm, Epicurean, Geometry, Hario, Koala Eco, Kuhn Rikon, Microplane, Mrs. Anderson's Baking, USA Pan, Vitamix, and Zyliss.

In-Store Services

  • We're happy to offer packaging in a gift bag with tissue for items purchased in store. Ask for this at checkout.

  • Not currently.

  • Absolutely! Let us assemble a basket that fits your budget and earns top dollar for your favorite organization.

  • We're always happy to look into special orders for customers. Contact us to start the conversation.

  • We're always happy to look into bulk orders for customers. Contact us to start the conversation.

  • We're always happy to track down the fine print. Our goal is to guide you to the perfect product, whether it's in our store or elsewhere in town.