Arte y Esperanza

Why it matters: this fair-trade shop is run by an NGO that has worked with Argentina’s Indigenous communities since 1986, channeling income to more than 500 artisan families from the Wichí, Qom, Mbya Guaraní, Kolla and other peoples. Expect hand-carved palo santo, chaguar-fiber weavings, ceramics and silverwork, with each piece traceable to its maker’s community. It sits steps from Plaza de Mayo on the way into San Telmo; check arteyesperanza.com.ar for current hours before you go.