Earth Gifts: A Shopping Experience

There are a lot of things to see at Earth Gifts.
Yes, it’s true, we have the largest collection of crystals and minerals, an
unmatched selection of essential oils and dried herbs, jewelry for all types of
styles, a huge assortment of candles, incense and baths, a bookstore for all
your spiritual insights, tarot and astrology items and one-of-a-kind gifts for
just about anyone. Even our knowledgeable, friendly and dedicated staff agree
there’s something special about this place! It’s in the air!
It
was built and nurtured with passion and vision and that’s what at the core sets
us apart. For 30 years (Est. 1994), we have been proud to be a continuous
source of metaphysical supplies and inspiration to our spiritual community, But
that’s only a small part of the experience. From humble beginnings in a small
storefront in 5 points, LGBT+ owner/founder Wayne saw a void in Jacksonville,
and as a result of his spiritual experience with crystals and a passion for the
freedom to express one’s beliefs, he created what would become so much more
than just a gift store. He would plant a seed in 5 points, and then all of
Jacksonville!
The
vision and retail space would grow as our patronage and value to the spiritual
community grew. Then, on the day of breaking ground on the third location 23
years ago, a universal alignment occurred, and a beautiful collaboration was
born. Wayne met local artist and renovator Justin Rose (of Dylan Rose Designs,
formerly Artistic Endeavors) and the vision expanded even further through many
Artistic expressions in the space.
The
third store location was nearly twice the size of the former two stores, and
the ambiance grew with the addition of the statue and fountain area, our
original poster mural painted out front and an ancient temple-like rear
entrance and interior decor. To further maximize this vision, Wayne purchased
our fourth location and forever home nearly 19 years ago, and over time, we
have created an interior that feels like a retail store sitting within an
ancient Egyptian temple.
As you pull into the parking lot,
you’ll find yourself in front of the building painted with a dragon snaking
through space and time, and a colorful, foreign and mystical landscape! Check
out the many hidden symbols and photo ops that are everywhere within the
muralscape or meet our wizard outside. Step into the temple (store) entrance,
and you’ll notice the smell of incense in the air, ambient music playing softly
and unique items everywhere you look. In our rock shop area, you’ll meander by
an old stone wall with symbolic columns atop, separating the 12-ft. statue of a
pharaoh overlooking the 6-ft. copper, pyramid-clad wishing well.
Check
out our bathroom; it’s gone viral on TikTok! As you walk in, the lights
illuminate amethyst, citrine, pyrite, quartz and fossils embedded in cave-like
walls. It’s a crystal mine! This place is like no other shopping experience
you’ll ever encounter, and we have something for everyone! Wander through our
gallery of minerals, take time to reflect by the wishing well and find that
unique item that is perfect for someone special. Ask for guidance from our
knowledgeable staff or get a wire wrapping of a rock that speaks to you. Maybe
you’re hunting for unique home decor, bells or wind chimes or a statue of your
favorite god, a cool pendant or fancy journal? Don’t know what you’re looking
for, you’ll likely still find something you just can’t leave without. Earth
Gifts is more than Jacksonville’s first and largest rock shop and Metaphysical
supply store. We are a destination experience created with you, our customers,
in mind. There’s always something new to see. Come check out this place for
yourself!