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The Old Town Shop

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The Old Town Shop

THE destination for custom Old Town Alexandria gifts to promote history, local charm & uniqueness! Established in 2017.
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The Old Town Shop, Where the past is your present, is located at 104 South Union Street next to Virtue Feed & Grain and Starbucks. We specialize in unique gifts and novelties for Old Town, Alexandria as well as items that represent Washington, DC. The Old Town Shop also features a variety of products from local artisans as well as the work of Virginia artists and artisans with a focus on products

made in, and inspired by, the Commonwealth. We are the one stop shop for locals and visitors alike. The Old Town Shop also hosts monthly events that feature books, local artisans, and educational events related to our great town.

09/05/2024

What beautiful weather we had yesterday! We hope this new trend continues into the weekend! 🤞

09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day! 💪 And Thank you ♥️

We want to take a moment on this beautiful Labor Day to not only say thank you to all the hard workers out there, including our staff, but to also our seasonal staff!

Without our seasonal workers we couldn't make it through the busy seasons such as Summer.

We had a great staff this summer that helped us through long days, crowds, flooding, events and more! So we sincerely say, Thank You!! 🙏

Wishing you the best of luck as you head back to college. 📚

Once a member of T.O.T.S., always a member. 🍍♥️🍍

* Pictured are two of our seasonal staff at their college campus!

* Colleges our staff are going to crush it at this year are:

08/31/2024

Happy Labor Day Weekend from The Old Town Shop! Whether you’re enjoying a relaxing staycation or exploring all that Historic Alexandria has to offer, be sure to stop by and see us. We’ve got last-minute gifts, local souvenirs, and everything you need to make the most of your holiday weekend. Plus, enjoy a special 10% off all purchases through Monday! 🌟 Wishing you a safe and fun-filled weekend!

08/30/2024

Celebrating the Hard Work Behind Every Day: Happy Labor Day!

This Labor Day, we want to take a moment to celebrate and express our gratitude to all the hard-working men and women who make a difference every day. Your dedication, commitment, and tireless effort keep our communities thriving and strong. Whether you're spending the day with family, friends, or enjoying a well-deserved break, we thank you for everything you do.

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The Old Town Shop

104 S. Union St. Alexandria, VA 22314
703-684-4682
[email protected]

Hours:
Sunday - Saturday
10am to 9pm

Click here for an update from The Old Town Shop!

08/30/2024

⏰ Labor Day Weekend is coming up! Whether you’re planning a getaway or a cozy staycation, stop by The Old Town Shop for those last-minute essentials and souvenirs to make your weekend memorable.

08/29/2024

🏛️ Fall in Alexandria is magical! Am I right!? We can't wait for all the Fall happenings to begin in Old Town Alexandria.

08/28/2024

👕 It’s , and today we’re spotlighting our Old Town Alexandria tee shirts! Perfect for showing off your local pride, these comfy and stylish tees are a must-have for any Alexandria lover. Whether you’re exploring the town or relaxing at home, you’ll look great repping your favorite historic spot. —grab yours today!

08/27/2024

✨ Starting next week, join us every Tuesday for our Weekly Fall Inspirations! We’ll share tips on seasonal decorating, outfit ideas, and more. Get ready to embrace the beauty of autumn!

08/26/2024

Happy International Dog Day! 🐾

We ♥️ our furry friends!

Here's a look back at some of our favorite puppy visits at The Shop from the past 7 years!

Which one is your favorite! 👇

08/26/2024

We do have some amazing buildings in Alexandria! Especially Old Town!
♥️What's your favorite place? 👇

Learn about Alexandria, Virginia's history with structures spanning several centuries and styles.

08/26/2024

🐾 It’s National Dog Day, and we’re celebrating our furry friends here at The Old Town Shop! We love welcoming dogs into our store, and we’ve got some special products just for dog lovers. From adorable tea towels and spiced mug mats to plush puppy toys, there’s something for every dog enthusiast. Share a picture of your dog in the comments—we’d love to see them!

08/25/2024

🎁 Fall gatherings are just around the corner! Be the perfect guest by bringing a thoughtful hostess gift from The Old Town Shop. From welcoming pineapple decor to unique home accents, we’ve got you covered.

08/24/2024

We could stare at these all day 🤩

We love our store! But sometimes. . .

there are certain displays that just draw your attention more.

We love love looking at all the fun designs from 🍉

Shop these creative and locally handmade earrings today! 🛍️

Each piece is truly unique. So if there's something that you like, you better grab it before it's gone!

08/24/2024

💬 “I fell in love with The Old Town Shop’s charm and unique finds! It’s a must-visit every time I’m in Alexandria.” – A happy customer. We love hearing from you! Share your experiences with us in the comments.

08/23/2024

🗣️ We want to hear from you! What’s your favorite memory of visiting The Old Town Shop? Share your story in the comments and let’s reminisce together!

08/22/2024

🌞 Summer is winding down, but there’s still time to enjoy the warm days in Old Town Alexandria! As you stroll through the historic streets, don’t forget to stop by The Old Town Shop. We’ve just received new arrivals that capture the charm of Alexandria, perfect for souvenirs or a little treat for yourself. Come in today and discover something special! 🛍️

08/20/2024

📜 Did you know? The Old Town Shop’s building has stood through centuries of Alexandria’s history! From its early days to now, it has seen so much change, yet remains a cornerstone of our community. Come by and experience the history yourself!

08/19/2024

🚨NEW ARRIVALS🚨

Virginia is for (Virginia) Lovers! ♥️

Show your ♥️ for our beautiful state with some of our products.

♥️ VA for Lovers Stainless Steel Tumbler
♥️ VA for Lovers Ceramic Mug
♥️ VA for Lovers Magnet
♥️ VA for Lovers Red Koozie

08/19/2024

🍎📚 The first day of school is here in Alexandria, but summer fun isn’t over yet! After dropping the kids off, why not treat yourself to a stroll through Old Town? Stop by The Old Town Shop to soak up the last days of summer and discover our unique collection of local treasures. Whether you’re looking for a little something for yourself or a gift for a loved one, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy the best of both worlds—back-to-school and summer vibes! ☀️

08/18/2024

🌟 To all our wonderful repeat customers—thank you for your continued support! We love being a part of your Alexandria experience. If you’re a local, drop by and say hello, we always have something new in store!

08/17/2024

🛍️ Ever wondered what goes into running a souvenir shop in a historic building? Here’s a peek behind the scenes at The Old Town Shop. From unboxing new arrivals to carefully curating our displays, we love what we do!

08/16/2024

Back to School with T.O.T.S.

As summer winds down and the excitement of a new school year begins, The Old Town Shop is here to help you and your family transition smoothly! Whether you're looking for unique gifts to celebrate a fresh start, local souvenirs to show off your Alexandria pride, or a little something special for the teachers and students in your life, we’ve got you covered. Stop by our historic shop in the heart of Old Town Alexandria and discover all the essentials that make going back to school both fun and memorable!

NEW BLOG POSTS: Meet the Makers

Upcoming Dates

August 19th - Back to School for Alexandria (https://www.acps.k12.va.us/families/calendar)
August 24th - Around the World Food Festival @ Oronoco Bay Park (https://visitalexandria.com/events/2024-around-the-world-cultural-food-festival/)
August 31st - September 2nd - Labor Day Weekend (https://www.funinfairfaxva.com/labor-day-weekend-events-in-northern-virginia/)

Visit our Website

The Old Town Shop

104 S. Union St. Alexandria, VA 22314
703-684-4682
[email protected]

Hours:
Sunday - Saturday
10am to 9pm

Click here for an update from The Old Town Shop!

08/16/2024

🎨 We’re proud to feature local artisans who bring a touch of Alexandria to each of their creations. Today, we’re spotlighting Emily Dere who crafts beautiful prints of Old Town Alexandria's iconic doors. Perfect for gifts or to add a local flair to your home!

08/15/2024

Did you know!? That is named after a beloved Brindle Boxer? 🐾

Founder and owner of Hunter's Gourmet Groceries in Henrico, VA named his successful condiments company after his beloved pet Gunther.

Gunther was a Brindle Boxer that unfortunately passed away in 2008. His life truly made an impact on owner Mike Lampros though! Mike describes Gunther as "truly man's best friend."

When Mike started his company in 1999 he decided to name it after Gunther of course! Though Gunther has since passed away his legacy still lives on.

Gunther's Gourmet proudly supports non-kill animal shelters through donations from their company.

So you are not only buying a quality product but you are supporting a great cause!

Read more about Gunther's in our blog!
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08/15/2024

Happy Relaxation Day! May we suggest some retail therapy as part of relaxing today?

08/14/2024

🕰️ Did you know our shop is located in a 200+ year old building? Step inside and feel the history while browsing through our curated collection of local treasures. It’s not just shopping—it’s a trip through time!

08/13/2024

Have you wandered over to our Kids Cove recently!?!? We have restocked on a lot of our favorite toys! Your kids are going to love it 😉

08/12/2024

Happy Monday everyone! We hope you enjoy this last full week of "summer" before school starts next week.

08/11/2024

😍 how precious!!! 😍

If we could have a pet at our shop we would! But since we can't y'all need to come and adopt.

And why not get both, Butter and Biscuit!? You can't have one without the other!!!

Good luck and have fun to all those participating in the Kitten Scavenger Hunt today!

Address

104 South Union Street
Alexandria, VA
22314

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 8pm
Tuesday	10am - 8pm
Wednesday	10am - 8pm
Thursday	10am - 8pm
Friday	10am - 9pm
Saturday	10am - 9pm
Sunday	10am - 9pm

Telephone

+17036844682

Website

https://www.theoldtownshop.com/

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Let your kids feel like a kid at The Old Town Shop! Our shop has always had a Kids Cove that is perfect for your little ones to explore! We have bins that are accessible for the kids to reach in and play with a tester toy. Because they need to see how fun everything is! We also offer games, plushies, drawing pads, youth apparel, youth hats and more! So come on in with your little ones and let them have a little fun exploring our wondrous Kids Cove. 😄 #theoldtownshop #thekidscove #discover #joy #fun #kids #toys #retrotoys #visitalx #lovelocalot #aroundalx #shopsmall #snoopdogg

Crystalized Honey is OK!!! 🍯 Have you ever gotten a local honey and over time it started to crystallize? You may have thought something was wrong with it! When in fact it's a completely normal thing. We asked @sweetsophiallc to write a guest blog post for us this month and they decided to cover the topic of crystallized honey. It's a legitimate question to ask. Why does honey crystallize? Short answer is, it's because no extra sugar has been added and it is completely 100% raw real honey. To learn more behind, why honey crystallizes, how to fix it, and which honey does not crystallize, you should visit our blog to read more! Our shop is a proud supporter and seller of @sweetsophiallc Honey which is made right here in Northern Virginia. They also make other quality products such as natural deodorant, sunscreen, and chapstick. Which we also sell in our shop! Check out our Link in BIO and in our stories to read more about crystallized honey! #theoldtownshop #sweetsophiahoney #honey #nova #shopalx #shopsmall #lovelocalot #visitALX

@pitangogelato ! 🍦 Welcome to the neighborhood 🍍 We are thrilled to see shops expanding down S. Union St.! If you haven't turned the corner down S. Union then you need to! It's a win part of Old Town to explore. ☕ @mishas4coffee @cafe_du_soleil_va 🍦@benandjerrys @pitangogelato. 🛍️ @lovethehappyplace @architessa #theoldtownshop 🍴@virtuefeedgrain @unionstreetpublichouse @chadwicksalexva @hummingbirdotx @adasontheriver @barca_alx 🛎️ @hotelindigoalx 💆‍♀️@salonmonte And of course! Historic Captains Row on Prince St. is a MUST see! Perfect for the perfect #otx photo! Good luck at your Old Town location Pitango 🥳 #lovelocalot #aroundalx #shopsmall #visitalx #welcome

Which ornament is your favorite? #theoldtownshop #theornamentshop #lovelocalOT #visitALX #shoplocal #christmasinjuly

Do you know where to find Charismas ornaments in Alexandria!? 🍍 At The Old Town Shop of course!!! We carry custom designed ornaments all year long! Not to mention, we also have the 2022, 2023 and 2024 @whitehousehistory ornaments. And if you are a collector of the annual @historicalexva ornaments we have those as well! So come in tomorrow and get a head start on your holiday shopping. You certainly won't regret it! #theoldtownshop #christmasinjuly #visitalx #theornamentshop #lovelocalot #ShopSmall

... Because you shopped at The Old Town Shop! 🛍️☀️ As the temperature starts heating up, you need to start planting your wardrobe accordingly! Why not choose the perfect Alexandria hat and t-shirt combo along with a canvas tote bag to hold all your summer needs. Also grab a stick of all natural sunscreen by @sweetsophiallc to protect you from the sun. ☀️☀️☀️ Shop today until 9:00. P.m.! #theoldtownshop #summerheat #visitalx #virginiaisforlovers #alx275 #shoplocal #naturalsunscreen #summertime

Time to Celebrate

Celebrate #alx275 with George today! #POTUS1 #visitALX

Happy birthday America! 🥳🇺🇲 #TheOldTownShop has the July 4th spirit. Peace to all! ✌️ Come visit and show your USA pride. 🍍Open 10-9pm every day. 🇺🇸 #visitalexandria #july4th #usapride #alex #usa #capitol4th #alx275

We have your new Favorite Tee! ✨⚓✨ We've designed this must have nautical Alexandria tee shirt just in time for Summer and the Port City festival this weekend!!! Available in all sizes. This lightweight soft cotton. Heather, blue shirt is available in store and online! Get yours today! #theoldtownshop #alx275 #portcity #lovelocalot #virginiaisforlovers #historicalexandria #summervibes

Nothing is WORSE than not being able to dance while you shop! 💃🕺🪩 Do you stay in a shop longer because of the music? We like to think so. We've worked really hard to curate our playlist. So feel free to DANCE! Come in to our Shop and let the music take you away as you find the perfect Old Town memento! • #theoldtownshop #dance #music #disco #shopalx #visitalx #aroundalx #lovelocalot #letsgetnautical #havefun #totstuesday

A hack like no other ⤵️ Instead of shopping at the last minute, try this... Take a deep breath and just come to @theoldtownshop between 10:00 a.m. And 9:00 p.m. to find the perfect gift! As a local shop in the heart of Old Town we know what it takes to make our customers happy. Feel free to ask our store associates for inspiration and assistance in finding just the right thing. We love to help out! And will even make the bag look pretty. ♥️ Better yet, shop online via our website. Choose "pickup in store" at checkout and we will let you know when your gift is ready! All you have to do is stop and pick up and you're good to go. 😉 Comment below if you are still looking for the perfect gift for this Mother's Day and need a little help! 🌸 • #theoldtownshop #visitalx #aroundalx #lovelocalot #shopalx #mothersday #shopformom #giftideas #dmv #Nova

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Happy #WorldBookDay! 📗 Come in and explore our book nook and find your new favorite read! #booktok #readingtime #virginiaisforlovers #virginiaisforbooklovers #visitalx #aroundalx #theoldtownshop

This is your sign to just buy the book they're excited about. 😉 Share with a friend who has kids who love to read too! Comment below what local books you and your kids like to read! 👇 • #theoldtownshop #oldtownbooks #visitalx #dmv #shopalx #shoppingwithkids #bookstagram #booklover #shopsmallbusiness #shoplocal #alx275 #alexandriava

We are seeing a weekend full of Fun! Come on in and check out our Kids Corner! Its ok to let the little ones explore all the fun treasures we offer! #theoldtownshop #visitalx #aroundalx #w#WeekendVibe

Double tap if you ♥️ Old Town, Alexandria! • Wait... You too!? Then we should be friends! And if we haven't met yet, Hi! I'm Valerie and I'm the owner of The Old Town Shop! I live in Alexandria, love going for walks around our beautiful town in my free time and haven't met a piece of our town that I don't like. After a full week of sales, ordering new products, and just keeping up with our busy little shop. I'm excited for A beautiful spring weekend in Alexandria! Now tell me! Where are you from? What else do we have in common? 🤗 • #theoldtownshop #visitalx #aroundalx #lovelocalot #shopalx #walk #alx275 #smallbusinessowner #womeninbusiness #shopsmallbusiness #ExploreAlexandria