These 5 Philly Specialty Stores Offer Distinctive Gifts, Products From Local Makers and Creators – 95.7 BEN FM

These 5 Philly Specialty Stores Offer Distinctive Gifts, Products From Local Makers and Creators  95.7 BEN FM

Philly's novelty and specialty stores offer a diverse shopping scene spanning antiques and vintage items, contemporary gifts, indie books, art, toys, sports memorabilia, and craft supplies. Whether you're looking for items that celebrate local Philly culture or unique gifts for loved ones, you don't have to go far to discover distinctive goods you won't find in big-box stores.Anastacia's AntiquesTreasure hunting at this antique store will unearth “all types of odd and mundane things,” from antique brass cigar lighters to old books and paintings. This antiques shop, at 617 Bainbridge St., is open Thursday through Saturday, noon to 6:30 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Happy DIYDIY fans will want to make tracks for this aptly named store.

Visitors can decorate their own AirPods cases and tote bags or make charm bracelets.Located at 118 N. Ninth St., Happy DIY is open Sunday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Independence Seaport MuseumThe Independence Seaport Museum gift shop offers one of North America's largest collections of maritime art and items. Holiday gifts range from apparel and art for the museum's historic vessels, Olympia and Becuna, to Philly-crafted nautical jewelry, otter-themed items, and more for all ages. The museum, at 211 S. Columbus Blvd., is open Thursday through Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5