Build-A Bear

This location is actually not a retail store but «BearQuarters» as it’s their main corporate offices. We’re bear lovers and love Build-​A-​Bear and I can’t tell you how excited we were to learn you could actually schedule a tour of this location. So on our Route 66 west to east trip from CA to IL and then on to FL this was a must see on our trip. On arrival it looks small from the outside but any bear family would love all the room you find inside. When we entered we were greeted by a wonderful girl working the reception desk (sorry her name slips my mind) who welcomed us to BearQuarters. In the lobby there is already so much to see but it gets better from there. Sara was our host and guide leading us on a wonderful tour of their entire «den» and introducing us to many Bear family members. What an amazing, fun, and inspiring place to be a part of. Sara and the team treat you as such VIPs and the entire experience was rewarding. If you love bears and ever in the area this is a must see. We didn’t get to personally meet Maxine (Mama Bear) for she was busy during our time there so hopefully we can one day soon. The Build-​A-​Bear history is so awesome and inspiring so it was sad we missed Maxine but it was truly wonderful to meet Sara and everyone along the tour and see the amazing things they do everyday. The most touching was seeing and hearing about what they do at the Bear Hospital to reunite the Bears with their humans. I wear my heart on my shoulder and I was touched throughout the tour but more so at their tireless efforts and huge heart Build-​A-​Bear has at taking care of those humans out there that so love their Bears. Thanks Build-​A-​Bear, it was a memorable experience that we recommend others schedule and enjoy too. Thanks for allowing us within your den!