About Martin NYC
Our Story
Martin NYC is a wholesale distributor of NASA-licensed merchandise, custom enamel lapel pins, drinkware, and branded promotional products — founded by Kevin Rager and operated by 788 Center LLC. Based between Brooklyn, New York and Newport Beach, California, we specialize in supplying retail-ready merchandise to museums, science centers, aquariums, and specialty gift shops across the United States.
Our roots are in independent retail. For over a decade, Kevin built ShopMartin on Etsy, developing a deep understanding of what sells, what holds up, and what buyers actually want on their shelves. Martin NYC brings that product instinct to the wholesale market — with professional packaging, reliable fulfillment, and a personal touch you won't get from a big distributor.
NASA-Licensed Merchandise
Martin NYC is an authorized supplier of NASA-licensed merchandise. Our catalog features products bearing the official NASA Meatball and Worm logos — two of the most recognized symbols in American science and exploration. Every item is produced under license and meets NASA's quality and branding standards.
Our NASA product line includes ceramic mugs, apparel, lapel pins, and the Rise Artemis II Mission Mascot Plushie — the official mascot of NASA's Artemis II moon mission, designed by 8-year-old Lucas Ye and selected from over 2,600 entries worldwide. A portion of every Rise Plushie sale supports NASA employees and Lucas's college fund.
What We Offer
We carry a focused, curated catalog of wholesale-ready products across four categories:
- NASA & Space Products — Licensed mugs, apparel, pins, and plush toys
- Lapel Pins — Custom and pop culture hard enamel pins
- Drinkware & Mugs — Ceramic and two-tone accent mugs, dishwasher safe
- Pin Packs & Bundles — Curated multi-pin sets for stocking stuffers and gift assortments
All products ship with professional retail-ready packaging. Minimum order is 50 units per SKU. Net-30 terms are available for qualifying museum and gift shop accounts.
Custom & Private Label
Martin NYC also designs and produces custom merchandise for museum shop exclusives, exhibition tie-ins, and co-branded programs. We work with institutions to develop enamel lapel pins, drinkware, plush toys, and promotional items unique to their brand or collection. Lead time for custom orders is 8–10 weeks.
Wholesale Terms
- Minimum order: 50 units per SKU
- Payment terms: Net-30 available for qualifying accounts
- Fulfillment: Ships within 5 business days from Newport Beach, CA
- Custom orders: 8–10 week lead time
- Account management: Direct access to Kevin Rager
Contact Kevin Directly
Kevin personally manages every wholesale account. Whether you're placing your first order or looking to build a long-term supply relationship, he's ready to help you find the right product mix for your location.
Phone: 949-922-8997
Email: sales@martinnyc.com
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm PT
Address: PO Box 7878, Newport Beach, CA 92658