San Francisco is filled with creative energy, revolutionary history, and of course strange and eclectic stores. However, there is one shop that offers an experience that is completely unique. If you ever wanted to visit a shop that will leave you bemused then keep reading. Let’s learn more about this truly wacky shop in the Mission District.
Visit Paxton Gate on Valencia Street in the Mission district. This is a one-of-a-kind store that sells many things from knick knacks, taxidermy, and more!
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The store offers treasures, natural oddities, and accessories and knick knacks inspired from the animal kingdom and natural world. The store has been described as “Martha Stewart meets David Lynch.”
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Paxton Gate features a vast collection of vintage taxidermy. You’re surely not to find a similar store in the city with this type of selection.
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When you walk into the store, customers will feel more like they are in a exhibition than a store.
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The store features bizarre gardening products and odd curiosities inspired by the natural world.
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All of the animals, skulls, and skeletons have either died of natural causes or were otherwise trapped or euthanized in humane ways.
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The founders of Paxton Gate have worked and lived in San Francisco’s Mission District a long time, and supported many local organizations. The staff is passionate about treasures and oddities inspired by the garden and natural sciences.
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Surprising items and things are expected at Paxton Gate. You’ll notice furniture, jewelry, personal goods, and an increasing selection of books and home decor items at Paxton Gate.
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There is a rare selection of assorted items like medicines and products that are more suitable for an apothecary
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Want to take classes on insect spreading, bat skeleton articulation, or taxidermy of a squirrel!? Paxton Gate is truly a odd and absurd place that stands out in the city.
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Paxton Gate address: 824 Valencia Street, San Francisco, 94110 The store is open 11:00 am – 7:00 pm everyday. Call (415) 824-1872 for more information.
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Have you been to Paxton Gate? Let us know. Share your opinions. If you are curious about other eclectic and overlooked places in the city then learn more about 10 Underrated Places In San Francisco That Even Natives Have Never Heard Of.
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