Upside Down Mercantile, a Springfield store created by Down Syndrome Group of the Ozarks, has expanded its unique product collections.

The store opened in August 2023 with six lines of merchandise selected, developed, and branded by people with Down syndrome and their families.

The store now has 16 unique brands with products ranging from handmade pottery and art to curated collections of toys and coloring books. The product developers work at the store, selling their own merchandise.

Chloe Jones, the store’s manager, says Upside Down Mercantile gives people with Down syndrome the opportunity to work and interact with others in a supportive environment ... click here to read more