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Epps Apothecary moves to new, larger location

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Pictured from left are Jenna Smith, City of Marquette Mayor, Tara Laase-McKinney, Marquette DDA, Brooke Quinn, LSCP Business Development Representative, Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador, Spencer Epps, Epps Apothecary Owner, Sally Davis, Marquette City Commission, Rebecca Finco, Marquette DDA, Megan O’Connor, LSCP Outreach Coordination, and Judi Schwalbah, Senator Ed McBroom’s Office. (Photo courtesy of the LSCP)

MARQUETTE -- The Lake Superior Community Partnership recently assisted Epps Apothecary with a ribbon cutting to celebrate its move to a new, larger location at 110 N. Third Street in Marquette.

"I opened Epps Apothecary last year, in between the lockdowns, because I wanted to do something to help revitalize our local economy. I want Epps Apothecary to be a beacon of art, science and Marquette's strength over adversity," said Spencer Epps, artist, owner and Marquette native, in a news release. "We've worked hard, and with the support of our amazing Marquette community, we've had a successful first year. We've outgrown our old shop, and it's time to expand into a larger one.

The new Epps Apothecary will "transport you to the Emerald City, capital of the mythical Land of Oz," organizers said in the release. Inside the shop, you can find "art with soul," "home goods with swagger," and "wizardly wonders."

In addition to art, handcrafted jewelry, ancient Japanese tie-dye (Shibori) and high-voltage wood-burning (Lichtenberg burning), there are some "exciting new wonders to explore," according to the release.

"Be an Alchemist for a day at the new Alchemy Bar, where you can make organic health teas and elixirs," organizers said in the release. "Consult the Oracle to divine the true, ancient meaning of your name from the original Phoenician pictographs that eventually evolved into our modern alphabet."

Epps Apothecary also has a new metaphysical books section and "a crystal grotto to make even the Gnome King himself jealous," the release states. "With brand new magical services, tarot reading and more, it will be an enchanting experience for the whole family; like no other in the Upper Peninsula."

Epps donates 10% of all profits throughout the year to provide food, housing, animal companionship and improved quality of life for the elderly of Marquette.

Contact the shop at 906-250-3497 or check out its website eppsapothecary.com for more information on the products and services.

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