Fair Trade

What it means. How it's made. Why it matters.

Ten Thousand Villages presents a world of difference with exquisite home decor, personal accessories and gift items handcrafted by artisans around the world. Artisans whose work isn't just their livelihood, but an expression of their culture. Ten Thousand Villages invites you to escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in a world of colors, textures, aromas, flavors and sounds.

Ten Thousand Villages in Oak Park is a non-profit, fair trade retailer offering handicrafts by artisans in more than 35 developing countries. Products include jewelry and personal accessories, home and garden decor, musical instruments, toys, coffee, tea, and chocolate.

Ten Thousand Villages Awarded Ethisphere Award for Fifth Consecutive Year
We are pleased to announce that, for the fifth consecutive year, Ten Thousand Villages has been recognized as one of the world's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute.  Ethisphere recognizes companies that go beyond making statements about doing business 'ethically' to translate those words into action.  The winners of the World's Most Ethical Companies are standouts who demonstrate real and sustained ethical leadership within their industries.