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    Nostalgia Providence

    4.5 (48 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Such cute glassware
    Brittaney Z.

    Me and some girls were in town on our way to Newport for the weekend. We all love antiques and had to stop in and take a look. There were three floors of amazingness. We each ended up getting something that we all loved. It was all neatly organized. The variety of prices was perfect for any kind of shopper. When we were checking out, I think the owners, we're very friendly and nice. I would love to go back and spend all day here.

    Kim S.

    3 floors of amazing finds...from trinkets, kitchen finds, clothing, comic books, to tons of antiques. You can lose yourself in here just looking at everything!

    Jewelry
    Junior R.

    I love all the different kinds of things they sell here! The place is hugeee, I love coming here.

    Sarah F.

    SUCH A FUN STORE! There are always new things to look at!! Nostalgia has everything from old postcards to clothing to jewelry to home decor and more. There's three floors of different vendors (so prices are a bit all over the place but there's always affordable options) and the staff are really nice. There's a dog named Buddy that's sometimes there and he's soooo adorable. Absolutely stop in and explore!!!

    Amanda M.

    Cool little vintage shop with lots to offer! Mostly retro and vintage clothing but there are 3 floors to explore which is nice. Lots of toys as well. Keep an eye out because you never know what kind of gems might be hidden away

    Vanessa H.

    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.

    New Anthropology leather belt, $15.
    Marie M.

    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 over-priced antique/vintage stores. I think it's CRAZY to pay retail for USED merchandise regardless of how trendy they may seem. That said, I discovered some unique and hard to find treasures at Nostalgia-- a beautiful SS bracelet from Mexico ($10), brand new Anthropology leather belt ($15), hand-made patch work skirt ($10), and There's Something About Mary soundtrack CD for only $2 (I've been looking all over for this for YEARS!!! I couldn't believe the price!!). Located on east side of Providence, close to Coffee Exchange. Free street parking.

    Claire B.

    such a cute place, so so many things to look at and choose from and reasonable prices. there are multiple vendors and everyone i encountered was very friendly. if you want to see everything i suggest dedicating an hour or two, i spent two hours looking through each of the three floors.

    Vintage 70s top
    Kassidy K.

    What a great thrift store find! I'm new to the area and was looking to check out some thrift/vintage stores and came across Nostalgia. The selection of vintage clothes, accessories, and decor was amazing! They have 2 stories so there is plenty to look around. The pricing is also pretty reasonable which I love! In addition to all this, the staff was so nice :) I left with these 2 unique pieces of clothing that I'm excited to add to my wardrobe. I will for sure be coming back in the future!

    Didn't think I was old until I found this relic from my childhood in an antiques store :/

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    Such a fun, quirky collection. I thought the prices were fair, and with three floors of merchandise there was so much to choose from!

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    5 STARS! Thank you so much, Cathy. Hope to see you again soon :-)

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    Great selection, great staff. So fun to poke around for an hour. Three floors of goodies from different vendors. Definitely recommend.

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    such a cool thrift store, i've been to many a thrift store in my lifetime and let me tell ya, this place is a gem.

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    I just took my niece to get some pen, pencils, journals and the such. She loved the choices and…read morethe selection of all those items. I spent some time checking out the RISD inspired items like t-shirts and mugs and I loved the designs and the colors. Very bright and colorful. The staff was helpful and friendly and there was always someone close to ask questions

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    Nostalgia Providence - antiques - Updated May 2026

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