Ways to Show Mom You Care on Mother’s Day and Every Day

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, there’s no better time to show all the amazing moms in your life how much they mean to you. Whether you’re looking for something unique to do with your mom or want to make your mother-in-law feel extra special with a gift that gives back, Duluth has various entertainment, dining, and gift options that will make Mother’s Day extra special.

For fun activity ideas to do right here in Duluth, check out the list below or visit the Arts & Entertainment category on the Resource Directory.

Fun activities to do in Duluth with mom:

• Visit the river otters at the Great Lakes Aquarium
• Walk around Bayfront Festival Park
• Discover new artists at the Joseph Nease Gallery 
• Attend the latest exhibition at the Duluth Art Institute
• Tour the Glensheen Mansion 
• Check out Leif Erickson Park & the Rose Garden Park 
• Make new memories at Canal Park 
• Go for a bike ride down the Lake Walk
• Make candles at Riverside Soy Candles

For a variety of dining options in Duluth, check out the list below or find the Food & Dining category on the Resource Directory for even more options you and your mom will both love.

Dining and dessert options in Duluth to treat your mom to:

• At Sara’s Table Chester Creek Cafe
• Blackwoods Bar & Grill 
• Grandma’s Saloon & Grill
• Green Mill
• Little Angie’s Cantina
• Tavern on the Hill
• Texas Roadhouse
• Uncle Louie’s Cafe
• Va Bene
• Vanilla Bean Restaurant
• PortLand Malt Shoppe

Sharing experiences and making new memories is a great way to celebrate mom this Mother’s Day, but if you want to make her feel extra special, below are some thoughtful gift ideas featuring local artists in the Duluth Community. Plus, when you purchase any of the gifts listed below, you’re not just supporting local artists and businesses; a purchase of these gifts supports our work in the community to enhance the lives of older adults and caregivers.

Duluth Aging Support gift ideas featuring local Duluth artists to make your mom feel extra special:

• You’re Extra Special Box — make mom’s day with a box featuring an exclusive Duluth Aging Support candle poured by Riverside Soy Candles, glass heart blown by Lake Superior Art Glass, mug etched by The Little Green Bean, and a seed kit Superior Seed Company.
• Glass flower — give the gift of flowers that last a lifetime with an exclusive glass flower from Lake Superior Art Glass, available in two sizes. 
• Soy candle — brighten up mom’s day with a 100 percent soy candle from Riverside Soy Candles, available in Lake Superior Breeze, Warm Vanilla, and Calming Lavender.
• Gift Card — treat mom to some extra love with a gift card so she can pick out what she loves featuring gifts from local Duluth artists and businesses.

No matter how you decide to show mom you care this Mother’s Day, don’t forget to tell her how much she really means to you on Mother’s Day and every day!