Model Empire is scheduled to close March 28th, 2026. In the mean time they are having a clearance…read moresale to move out their stock.

they say it's a small world. absolute wonder of a spot on one of the greatest strips of retail in…read morethe region! worth it even if you think you've outgrown miniatures.

Oh my goodness! So much fun! The combination of science supplies, random fun and geeky items, other…read morenerdy stuff, and reasonable prices. As someone with AuDHD, it did become very overstimulating about an hour into the very large warehouse of all sorts of fascinating, unique, confusing, and quirky objects. A ridiculous amount of entertainment simply roaming about. I went on an early Saturday afternoon and there was a sizable crowd browsing about. They had a fantastic sale going on which likely was a factor for the crowd. Highly recommend a trip out to the unusual but brilliant store! The employees are helpful, knowledgeable, and appear super interested in eclectic place where they work.

Science and Surplus is a delightfully quirky treasure trove--an eclectic mix of odd-shaped…read morecontainers, nostalgic figurines, and unexpected finds that instantly transport a '70s kid back to simpler times. From scientific gadgets to retro gems, it's a fun store to explore and a fantastic spot to discover offbeat gifts you won't find anywhere else.

I needed an appraisal of my mothers coins, I got an honest appraisal with no pressure to sell. Used…read morethe dollar amount of the appraisal to settle the estate. There was no charge for the appraisal but I chose to donate a minimal amount to show my appreciation.

This is a great husband and wife team who run their shop with great knowledge and are always fair…read more I always leave knowing I got the best fair deal.

My granddaughter is obsessed with NeeDohs, so we were out on a mission to find them. We originally…read morestopped by the Aldi next door, only to discover it was out of business. While we were there, we noticed a line forming nearby and decided to check it out. To our surprise (and my granddaughter's absolute excitement), it was HobbyTown doing a NeeDoh drop at 10am! The line kept growing and at 28 degrees we were freezing, but there was no way we were giving up our spot. Thankfully, the owner opened a little early and everything was very well organized. They limited purchases to two per person, and since we were third in line, we had time to pick exactly what we wanted. Such kind owners and a great experience overall. We'll definitely be back to explore the rest of the store.

We visited today and what a great experience. The employee who helped my son was really an amazing…read moreguy and was so kind to my son and helped him find a model airplane. He was really patient and kind in helping him find what he was looking for. It's a very neat store!

A very run of the mill swap meet old junk kinda collectible place. They've got barely anything in…read morestock made after the 90s and rely way to heavily on dusty nostalgia instead of catering to actual collectibles trends. A good effort as he's got a couple other locations too but just really underdeveloped execution here

I found Lost Wonder of Worlds while searching for Pokémon cards for my cousin's birthday after…read morestriking out at a few other stores. Online showed they might have some in stock, so I called first. The gentlemen I spoke with on the phone was really nice and answered my questions, which made me feel confident enough to stop by in person. When I walked in, though, the in-store experience felt a bit different and on the emptier side. The two employees at the front didn't seem very welcoming and gave off a slightly annoyed vibe. When I asked about the Pokémon cards, they seemed confused about what I was referring to until I mentioned I had called earlier and spoken to someone. They checked with their coworker, who clarified which ones he had told me about. I asked to see the packs they had behind the counter, and the interaction still felt a little tense. That said, I was able to grab the two packs, which ended up being the perfect gift for my cousin, so mission accomplished. Overall, they had what I needed, and I appreciate that the phone service was helpful. I'd probably come back if I really needed something specific, and I'm curious to explore more of what they carry. Just hoping for a warmer in-store customer service experience next time.

As a somewhat new collector, this place is amazing! They truly do have almost everything (besides…read moreTransformers, go to Albella for that.) including a surplus of Gundam. They have shelves upon shelves of comics, model kits, etc--I greatly recommend spending some time looking here. The cashier was extremely helpful, showing me around after I asked for some help. Obviously, the main selling point for most people--the prices are great. A figure I would've spent $40+ on Amazon for cost a mere $27.99, as most of their products are retail OR slightly above, by a very slim margin. Additionally, for those who leave low-star reviews; just because your local comic store participates in a day to give FREE product doesn't mean every business has to. You are not entitled to anything of Free Comic Day, it's just that some people offer it. Also, the cat? Why would you pet a sleeping cat? That's pure, unfiltered ignorance--let the poor thing sleep. Also, who goes to a comic store for Anime paraphernalia? What I'm trying to say is, please, don't drop a trip over here because of strange opinions, as the place is definitely worth the trip.

Walking through to entrance doors you can clearly tell this store is well managed. The staff was…read moresuper nice and friendly even though you could tell the had been put through the ringer that day. The store was clean and you could wander freely looking for things. There was a great selection of items, wonderful sales going on and I found exactly what I went in to find. Thank you for keeping a clean store!

Umm I went in I saw what I was looking for, I purchased the items and I left. The store was clean…read moreand the service is what I expect from a big brand store. The coupon made the purchase of the yarn a great value.

It's a small shop but has a lot to offer. They can order stuff for you if they don't have it…read more Prices are good. They give out advice and care about their customers.

BEST model train shop that I have found anywhere and we live about 85 miles away. Tom is…read moreexceptionally helpful, goes out of his way to answer any questions or solve any problems that come up. He and his crew were extremely helpful in helping me switch from one scale to another and saved me the time and trouble and expense of trying to sell it on ebay or anywhere else!! I disagree wholeheartedly with the person who had a negative comment about packing and shipping. I have seen what they do so read the information / listing on ebay as most of it is used and/or listed "for repairs" - totally honest and forthwith information!! And what's up with yelp showing two reviews not recommended??? Both are positive!!!! Take care of yourself and stay well Tom and crew, thanks for all your help!!!!

Knowledgeable and definitely well stocked in product. Prices are a bit higher than some other…read morelocations, only thing keeping them from getting five stars.

This is my go-to place for memorabilia and when I want to feel like a kid again. Stumbled upon this…read moreplace a couple of years ago when I started my Warren Spahn collection. They have comparable prices and are always very friendly. Always good to strike up a conversation and every time I'm in AJ's I find something new that catches my eye.