UMass Downtown
UMass Store - Downtown Hours
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10am-6pm
Wednesday
10am-6pm
Thursday
10am-6pm
Friday
10am-6pm
Saturday
10am-4pm
Sunday
10am-4pm
The Heart of UMass in Downtown Amherst
UMass Downtown is a dynamic retail and event space at the heart of the Amherst community. This unique location offers a curated selection of official UMass apparel, gifts, and essentials while serving as a welcoming hub for students, alumni, faculty, and visitors. By day, it provides a boutique shopping experience and campus information services, making it a must-visit destination for prospective students and families. By night, it transforms into a vibrant venue for lectures, readings, workshops, and community events, fostering meaningful town-gown connections. A joint venture between UMass Amherst and the UMass Store, this space is dedicated to enhancing student life, supporting local partnerships, and strengthening campus-community ties.
“We’re putting words into action with UMass Downtown. It will be an important place for connection between the campus and community, introducing and inviting area residents to be a part of the campus experience. It is also evidence of our enduring commitment to community engagement.”
Chancellor Reyes
“One of our goals is to draw people to UMass Downtown through frequent events...[and] to develop programming that will alsopositively impact our local...businesses. Additionally, we look forward to future direct business-to-business partnerships."
Nancy Buffone, Associate Vice Chancellor for University Relations
Where Campus Spirit Meets Community Connection
Operated by University Relations in partnership with the UMass Store, UMass Downtown is more than just a store—it’s a place where UMass spirit and community engagement come together. Whether you're looking for the latest UMass gear, unique gifts, or exclusive merchandise, this space brings the best of the university’s offerings to the heart of Amherst. But beyond retail, UMass Downtown is a center for meaningful interactions, hosting faculty talks, student showcases, alumni gatherings, and special events that connect the university with the broader community. It’s a space where ideas are exchanged, collaborations are formed, and university pride is celebrated. Whether you're exploring new opportunities, expanding your network, or simply looking to immerse yourself in the UMass experience, UMass Downtown is the place to be.
UMass Store - Downtown
108 N Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA 01002
