Nostalgia is a storefront on Wickenden Street on the East Side of Providence, RI. Here you'll find a vast collection of unique, historical, and vintage items of all kinds. Swing by to browse three floors of curiosities, oddities, and treasures from another time. You never know what you'll find. We offer a friendly, fun, and welcoming atmosphere where our guests can search for something old, something special, or just something downright strange.
It's all a part of the adventure at Nostalgia Antiques & Collectibles. With over two hundred dealers supplying unique and fascinating items each day, we never run out of fascinating finds both old and new. Whether you're looking for something specific or just keeping an eye out for your next special find, you won't want to miss out on the Nostalgia collection.
It's all a part of the adventure at Nostalgia Antiques & Collectibles. With over two hundred dealers supplying unique and fascinating items each day, we never run out of fascinating finds both old and new. Whether you're looking for something specific or just keeping an eye out for your next special find, you won't want to miss out on the Nostalgia collection.
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Nostalgia Antiques & Collectibles, a cool vintage thrift store located on the East Side of Providence, RI. Antique & vintage shopping is an all time favorite hobby for many people. Some hunt for specific items to add to their special collection and some just do it for the adventure. In New England, particularly in Rhode Island, antique shops are a special part of the community.
Nostalgia has over 200 dealers, which allows us to continuously have many everyday products such as furniture and home decor to hard-to-come-by unique items available for our customers daily. Begin your adventure on any of our three floors. Nostalgia truly is an antique & vintage lovers' heaven! Nostalgia is a Rhode Island vintage retail store with antiques & collectables, and is open 7 days a week from 11 AM to 7 PM.
Sherry Ryan LMT, RYT is the founder/director of Providence Healing Arts, a Yoga School Alternative Healing Center in Providence, RI. As a licensed massage therapist and a graduate of the Kushi Institute of Macrobiotics. She has over 30 years of experience in the study and application of Astrology Readings, Tarot Readings, Oriental Visual Diagnosis, and alternative nutritional counseling.
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Jorge Hernandez Jr
Dec 13, 2021
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Nathaniel Ellis
Oct 24, 2021
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This is an awesome antique and collectibles store! I always make a point to stop in to this shop to see what new and interesting items they have in stock. The employees are super friendly and helpful as well! I am a customer for life! I have brought a few of my friends here too and they also love it! Easy parking, convenient location off the highway, and always new inventory to see and purchase!!! A++++
Vanessa H.
Oct 18, 2021
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Really, what doesn't this store have.
It's my favorite thrift/antique/vintage shop to visit anytime I'm in Providence. They have clothes, jewelry, home decor, vintage finds, comic books, cameras - really a whole array of things to explore.
There are 3 floors to explore that are definitely worth visiting.
It's my favorite thrift/antique/vintage shop to visit anytime I'm in Providence. They have clothes, jewelry, home decor, vintage finds, comic books, cameras - really a whole array of things to explore.
There are 3 floors to explore that are definitely worth visiting.
Lawrence M.
Sep 13, 2021
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An excellent antique and consignment shop. A lot of everything not just a little. Much clothes and shoes at reasonable prices, jewelry and numerous small collectibles. I found it one of the finest in Rhode Island of this type. If you are interested in this type of shop you should go and check it out. Highly recommended
Jen W.
Sep 07, 2021
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This shop is like a walk down memory lane. Old metal lunch box, the glassware my Nana used, lots of clothes, artwork, jewelry. You name it' it's probably here.
You really have to keep an eye open so you don't miss anything. Coffee mugs on a shelf between rows of clothes, quilted bags near dish ware, one willow plate here, another over there. LP's and comic books. Very much a treasure hunt on three floors.
As we were walking through the shop it occurred to me you can absolutely set up housekeeping with everything in this shop. Baking pans, lamps, curtains, artwork, dishes
You really have to keep an eye open so you don't miss anything. Coffee mugs on a shelf between rows of clothes, quilted bags near dish ware, one willow plate here, another over there. LP's and comic books. Very much a treasure hunt on three floors.
As we were walking through the shop it occurred to me you can absolutely set up housekeeping with everything in this shop. Baking pans, lamps, curtains, artwork, dishes
Jen H.
Jun 02, 2021
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Katrina Van Grouw
May 16, 2021
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T. Cedou
May 04, 2021
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Alexa C.
Feb 10, 2021
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I wasn't emotionally prepared for the gem of Nostalgia Providence that awaited me during my initial visit here. It was a cold winter night for a Miami girl visiting and I was destined to walk out with a set of leather gloves. Let me tell you, I walked out with so much more...
The experience here will always stay close to my heart as I'll never forget my logistical traverse amongst the three levels of vintage finds that still makes my heart flutter thinking of it. It's perfect mayhem in every way allowing your dig for goods to be based solely on your own efforts of proper procurement
The experience here will always stay close to my heart as I'll never forget my logistical traverse amongst the three levels of vintage finds that still makes my heart flutter thinking of it. It's perfect mayhem in every way allowing your dig for goods to be based solely on your own efforts of proper procurement
Amanda Sardi
Jan 28, 2021
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I've always had good luck there. It's nice to give homeless treasures a place to live. Also a great place for vintage clothing. Upcycle and check out their clothing -- better quality and you're not supporting big box stores. I appreciated this treasure.
The only suggestion I would have is asking vendors to add their stuff after hours. I saw a booth that was being worked on and I didn't get an opportunity to check it out before they closed.
Other than that, homerun. Highly suggest.
The only suggestion I would have is asking vendors to add their stuff after hours. I saw a booth that was being worked on and I didn't get an opportunity to check it out before they closed.
Other than that, homerun. Highly suggest.
Stacy Moretti
Jan 02, 2021
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Halen R.
Aug 07, 2020
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Isabella Hanley
Jun 04, 2020
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Laura A.
Dec 23, 2019
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Stock full of fun finds. 3 floors?!? A vintage lovers paradise. Love getting lost in all the nostalgia. Plus the prices are one the best parts of this establishment too. They're lower than most stores. With new inventory almost daily because of all the different dealers there. Definitely a place to check out while in Rhode Island.
Marie M.
Aug 04, 2019
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Update: Despite my previous raving review, I have to remove 2 stars for the pompous and condescending attitude of the owner of this store and another male employee who looks almost just like him. I try my best to overlook a lot of negativity in people, but when I get that disgusted, queasy feeling about someone...ugh!! I won't be returning to this place, sorry.
Old review: Probably the coolest consignment store in RI that I know of with a HUGE eclectic collection from different vendors renting out space in this tri-level store.
Prices are also very reasonable, unlike some of the ridiculously
Old review: Probably the coolest consignment store in RI that I know of with a HUGE eclectic collection from different vendors renting out space in this tri-level store.
Prices are also very reasonable, unlike some of the ridiculously
Lauren M.
Aug 01, 2019
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Definitely a place you have to visit while in providence! I was not expecting many clothes, but there were racks and racks of beautiful vintage clothing. I think everyone could find something they like. The prices are reasonable and cheaper than other antique stores I've been to. There are three floors and all of them have great finds. There are lots of cool trinkets, jewelry, magazines, bags, etc. The staff were very welcoming and fun to talk to. I would highly recommend coming here. I will have to come back because there were amazing pieces here.
Sofia B.
Apr 01, 2019
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I have a theory about antiques that they're one of the two. 1) a collection of old-looking things that are really just painted to look old or given the rusty feel or 2) a collection of vintage items that are actually collected from different areas. This place was the 2nd!! I was overwhelmingly excited with the amount of gems I found. Definitely worth a visit!! Also pricing was decent not too cheap but not expensive at all!
Zalman I.
Mar 19, 2019
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Rosary
Dec 23, 2018
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Huge selection of many kinds, super place to find obscure, neat vintage treasures. Very affordable prices on all items...lovely, friendly, personable and helpful staff, especially Mike. Really kid & family friendly. Well organized and easy to navigate throughout. Located in a great area - lots of other small, local shops, coffee shops, restaurants and India Point Park all within walking distance. One of my favorite places to shop. A true gem in the city.
Jennifer B.
Aug 16, 2018
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My favorite thrift store I've ever been to. Three floors of wonders. It's very easy to get lost in time while browsing. Such an eclectic collection of clothing and jewelry and household items and miscellaneous finds that it's almost impossible to walk out without buying anything, but luckily your wallet won't be upset with you either way.
Elizabeth N.
Jun 26, 2018
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Sarah A.
Mar 26, 2018
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Really cool place and super fun to browse! There are three floors of very randomly assorted items. You should make multiple passes through every area because there's so much stuff, it's easy to miss things! Great selection of vintage jewelry with many pieces in sterling and semi-precious stones. Decent selection of books- some clothes, lots of random decor items. There were some items that were just weird- like why are they selling some random empty wine bottle that looks like it just came off the shelf at Trader Joe's? However, overall, it's fun to browse and you might just
Lauren K.
Jul 11, 2017
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Wasn't planning on going here but spotted it when I was in the neighborhood record shopping. This place is super cool and way larger than I first thought it would be when I walked in the door. The basement is alright--could be skipped but definitely check out the top floor! Clothes are pricey so I skipped them. Lots of booths have 1/2 price specials. I ended up getting a Big Eyes type piece of art that I was so stoked about. Also got a fun, velour, bright reddish-orange lampshade for $8, & a 1970 Berenstain Bears I Can Read Xmas book for only $2 that my elementary school students are going
Johnny S.
Feb 25, 2017
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Cathy Z.
Jul 28, 2016
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WOW how have I not discovered Nostalgia before?! Not only does it have a huge, fantastic selection, but it's also conveniently located right on Wickenden! Did I mention it's 3 floors?
The booths here have a really diverse assortment of items (clothing, jewelry, decor, art, china, furniture, taxidermy...). No matter what your impulse purchase weakness is, you can find it here. Most things seemed pretty reasonably priced as well. Call me stingy, but I hate to spend more than $20 on something, and there were plenty of things under that limit here.
The store seems to get pretty busy
The booths here have a really diverse assortment of items (clothing, jewelry, decor, art, china, furniture, taxidermy...). No matter what your impulse purchase weakness is, you can find it here. Most things seemed pretty reasonably priced as well. Call me stingy, but I hate to spend more than $20 on something, and there were plenty of things under that limit here.
The store seems to get pretty busy
Suzy Kim
Jun 09, 2016
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As a frequent customer, I can say with confidence that this place has reasonable price with lovely finds and friendliest atmosphere. After recently moving to Providence, I furnished my flat not with ikea furniture but unique, reasonably priced finds from this store, and it is something that I won't regret!
Anne C.
Sep 27, 2014
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WOW is all I can say. If you have a couple of hours and are in the area this is definitely a place to poke around.
From the basement to the 3rd floor Nostalgia Providence is chock full of pretty much anything. From knick-knacks to clothing there is something for everyone here. It seemed to me that most of the space in the store was rented to various sellers so it makes for a pretty eclectic shopping experience. It's fun just to go from room to room but if you don't know what you are searching for it can get a bit over whelming, especially the basement where I felt it got a bit claustrophobic
From the basement to the 3rd floor Nostalgia Providence is chock full of pretty much anything. From knick-knacks to clothing there is something for everyone here. It seemed to me that most of the space in the store was rented to various sellers so it makes for a pretty eclectic shopping experience. It's fun just to go from room to room but if you don't know what you are searching for it can get a bit over whelming, especially the basement where I felt it got a bit claustrophobic
Rob F.
Aug 30, 2014
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Unbelievable finds, at super affordable prices (given the quality). I walked in and found a three piece suit, a dinner jacket, a corduroy sport coat, two pairs of dress shoes, a brooch, a hat, and even an old Aussie boomerang. On a bike... I had to buy a pannier from the shop down the street just to haul it all away!
I spent over three hundred dollars in one sitting. And I have no regrets, because I just replaced half my wardrobe with vintage pieces that fit me perfectly and will last twenty years. It's a good thing I couldn't carry away furniture too!
I spent over three hundred dollars in one sitting. And I have no regrets, because I just replaced half my wardrobe with vintage pieces that fit me perfectly and will last twenty years. It's a good thing I couldn't carry away furniture too!
