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October 2023 by Richard P.
The Totem Post is, quite simply, a Nashville, Indiana icon. It first opened in 1952 and was one of only five shops in town. It is still in the family of founding owners Bill and Marielle Jockey as their daughter now owns it. Open year-round, The Totem Post offers authentic Native American jewelry, crafts, moccasins, knives, ethnic gifts, silver, and copper jewelry. The Totem Post folks are without fail friendly and I'm pleased to report that the shop itself is surprisingly wheelchair friendly (not always true in Nashville). A lot of the items at The Totem Post have a sense of spirituality to them and the times I've visited it has felt like a bit of a respite to even enter the establishment. The store has a bit of a fun origin story. The Jockeys were dancers on the SS. Uruguay who visited family in Indianapolis. During the visit, they were taken to Nashville, Indiana. Not long after, the leathercraft establishment went up for sale - The Jockeys moved forward and bought the place and quickly began establishing themselves among Native American and South American communities so they could carry high quality yet affordable items. While Nashville has certainly grown larger than those five shops from 1952, The Totem Post remains a local favorite and a tourist destination. I seldom, if ever, visit Nashville without a stop here.
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October 2023 by Jack E. Harden
One of Nashville's oldest shops. It's been at the same location along Van Buren Street since 1952
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October 2023 by Kate May
Great place to shop. Handmade jewelry by Native American and African artists.
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April 2022 by Laken Taylor
Went in with my Husband and Daughters today to buy some Jewelry and crystals. Saw lovely pieces of Jewelry. Unfortunately the woman who decided my children looked like thieves and lept from her post behind the counter to keep stern watch on them made us extremely uncomfortable. We decided only to spend a few dollars instead of what we had planned. Hopefully they learn to be more respectful and welcoming to people who don't fit their ridiculous expectations or standards.
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February 2022 by Bungalow Bob
By far my favorite shop in Nashville. The staff is always inviting and helpful. They have a fantastic selection of vintage Native American jewelry. They did ask that we put on masks to enter which we chose to do.
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January 2022 by Michael
Kick you out without a mask even if vaccinated. If you’re that scared stay home and just sell your business.
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December 2021 by Linda Nielander
if you go into the Totem Pole without a mask, expect to be attacked, by deranged, crazy acting people that work there. They are dangerous nut jobs. I will never ever go back.The junk they sell is overpriced.
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November 2021 by J
Kick you out without a mask even if vaccinated. If you’re that scared stay home and just sell your business.
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July 2021 by DE KELLY
So the totem post was a cool store had some very unique items sort of impress definitely will come back could of been a little cleaner but worth a stop in for interesting items and they could have a better demeanor and everyone has room to improve
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July 2021 by Donald Furr
Turquoise and Moccasins Wow!
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June 2021 by Columbus Connoisseur
A shop with great potential but unfortunately the lady at the door who let's people in is very rude and off-putting.
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October 2020 by Marliese Franklin
This place is awesome! So much artesian jewelry just beautiful!
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August 2020 by Courtney Attebury
Very friendly staff, purchased a blanket here, best quality anywhere, colors are very vivid after washes.
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August 2020 by Karen Cecil
The ladies I worked with today were wonderful and helped me pick a couple of wonderful rings! Live the store!!
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February 2020 by Lindsey C.
I always find exactly what I'm looking for here! They have a great selection of unique gifts and the staff is more than helpful! I'm actually writing this review because I can't wait for them to open today!!!
