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Manitou Candle Co. is a women-owned candle studio, gift shop, & community gathering space inspired by the slow rhythms of Northern Michigan.

Each candle is hand-poured with 100% American-grown soy wax, cotton wicks, & clean fragrance oils - always free from paraffin, phthalates, parabens, formaldehyde, lead, zinc, & any additives.

Every purchase gives back. We’re proud members of 1% for the Planet, support our local community, & curate goods from other small makers - supporting people, planet, & purpose.

Tucked inside the Old Bank Building in the historic Columbia-Tusculum neighborhood of Cincinnati, our boutique is a space where time slows down - a place to reconnect with craftsmanship, community, and purpose.

Here, every candle is hand-poured in our studio, surrounded by goods inspired by our favorite scents and by Northern Michigan - the place that continues to shape our brand and namesake. From self-care essentials and home decor to greeting cards and jewelry, each product is thoughtfully chosen to reflect our values and to support local artisans, women-owned businesses, BIPOC creators, LGBTQ+ makers, fair trade companies, and eco-conscious brands. Every item tells a story of intention and impact.


Join us for one of our hands-on candle making workshops, where our team of chandlers will guide you through fragrance exploration and the candle making process. Whether you come alone, with friends, or as part of a private group, each class offers a cozy, creative way to slow down and connect.

At Manitou, we believe there’s power behind every purchase - and that together, we can create meaningful impact in our community and beyond. As proud members of 1% for the Planet, we donate 1% of our annual sales to vetted environmental nonprofits. We also give back to our local community throughout the year by partnering with organizations that share our values.

Our Location

  • 4015 Eastern Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45226

    We are located in the historic Columbia Tusculum neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH and are directly to the left of Streetside Brewery.

    Free parking available in the parking lot across the street from our shop and along both sides of Eastern Avenue.

    Phone: 513-429-5254
    Email: info@manitoucandleco.com

  • Visit our Google page for up-to-date store hours.

    Stop in and shop our hand-poured soy candles, curated gifts, and seasonal collections. 

  • Looking for fun things to do in Cincinnati? Join us for a laid back, hand-on candle making workshop at our Columbia Tusculum studio. 

    Saturdays:
    2 - 4 PM 
    5:30 - 7:30 PM

    Sundays:
    2 - 4 PM

    View our full schedule of availability and reserve your seats for a public candle making class here

  • Perfect for team outings, celebrations, or a fun time with friends. Private candle making classes are available by appointment for groups of 8-20. We offer private classes any date or time of the week, as long as we have availability. When inquiring, please share an estimate of your group size and 2-3 dates/times that work for your group.

    Inquire about private classes here.
    Review our Candle Making Class Policy page here.

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