Choose Marshall Welcomes Quothe The Raven as a New Chamber Member

The Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance (MAEDA)/Choose Marshall Chamber recently hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially welcome Quothe The Raven, a new and unique retail shop, now open in the heart of downtown Marshall.

Pictured from left to right: MAEDA Board Member, Jack Reed, Sturgis Bank; Chamber Ambassador Dora Presecan, Spartan Podiatry; Mary Tepper, Artist; John Shirey, Sturgis Bank; Grace Marengo, Employee, Quothe the Raven; Dawn Link, Owner, Quothe the Raven; Kimberly Thompson, Tourism Director, Choose Marshall; Gordon Link, Quothe the Raven; Patty Williams, Business Development Manager, Choose Marshall; Nikki Roberts, Visitor Services Representative, Choose Marshall.

The Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance (MAEDA)/Choose Marshall Chamber recently hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially welcome Quothe The Raven, a new and unique retail shop, now open in the heart of downtown Marshall. The store introduces a distinctive shopping experience specializing in thoughtfully curated metaphysical supplies, gifts, and local artwork.

Quothe The Raven offers a wonderfully curated selection of items designed to appeal to shoppers looking for thoughtful, extraordinary items with a touch of the mystical. The inventory includes crystals, books, tarot decks, candles, sage and other cleansing herbs, and a variety of unique witchy items.

Owner Dawn Link emphasized the store’s connection to the local creative community. "We offer artwork/prints by local artist, Aubrey Thompke, and bone jewelry by local artist Grace Marengo," Link added. "Marengo also offers tarot card readings by appointment."

Link shared her inspiration for choosing Marshall as the location for her business: “I am thrilled to open my dream store, Quothe The Raven in Marshall. While visiting our son who lives here, my husband, Gordon, and I were enchanted by the charm, beautiful culture, and gracious residents. So, we decided to Choose Marshall! We adore Marshall and discovered that Marshall also has an incredible appreciation for the eclectic, which makes it the perfect home for a shop like mine. We're not just a store; we're a place to discover something magical, connect with your inner spirit, and find that truly one-of-a-kind item, from the perfect crystal to a unique piece of local artwork. We look forward to welcoming everyone through our doors.”

Patty Williams, Business Development Manager for Choose Marshall, celebrated the store’s unique contribution to the local economy. “The Choose Marshall Chamber is excited to welcome Dawn Link and Quothe The Raven. Its specialized focus on unique mystical gifts adds an intriguing new layer to our downtown retail landscape," Williams stated. "Small businesses like this shop are the backbone of our economy and charming downtown, and we encourage everyone to visit and support this wonderful new venture.”

Quothe the Raven is located at 225 West Michigan Avenue in downtown Marshall. Store hours are Wednesday 11am- 6pm, Thursday through Saturday 11am – 5pm and Sunday 12pm – 5pm. To learn more about the store follow the business on social media.

The Choose Marshall Chamber serves as a catalyst for business growth and community development in the Marshall area with a focus on promoting economic vitality, advocating for local businesses, and fostering a supportive business environment. The Chamber offers a variety of programs and services to support its members, including networking events, grant funding and educational workshops. For more information about Choose Marshall Chamber services, call 269.781.5163 or visit choosemarsall.com.