This place is so cute! My friend and I stopped in the other day & had a lovely chat with the owner…read morewho was super nice and happy to tell us about the store. They have used books in great condition & a variety of craft materials, as well as a very cute kitty :)

Ring purchased from vendor ID A223-P5150 was misrepresented. It was listed as sapphire and opal…read morering. Testing the "sapphires" showed that the stones were NOT sapphire. Further investigation showed that the dark stones are black opal potch. When we called to complain we were not given vendor information so we could call directly. We left our name and number and as of today 12/16/25 (six days later) we have not heard back from the vendor. BEWARE OF THIS VENDOR AND DO NOT PURCHASE JEWELRY FROM THEM.

Located in Virginia's Market Square East Shopping Center on Orange Ave in Roanoke, Virginia. The…read moreRoanoke Antique Mall is the largest Antique Store in the Roanoke area. The store is comprised of many booths of individual dealers of antiques and collectibles with a great number of diverse items for sale, mostly Americana. Included are books, clothes, jewelry, furniture, US currency, and collectibles of all kinds. Their prices are very reasonable and oftentimes one can find many items on Sale. One can walk around and enjoy the great variety of many unique items, and purchase those that capture their attention or would make a good addition to their particular collection. They have staff available to answer any questions you might have and to assist you with your purchase items. I recommend the place for all to visit and explore things of the past, to find a valuable item that you can use to decorate your home with, to find an item to add to your collection, or to begin a collection of your own.

Just the other day as I was walking down 2nd E Main Street in Salem, Virginia, I encountered an…read moreinteresting Gift Shop with the same name as its address: "2nd on Main." But as I discovered when I went inside, this was not the usual gift shop. After being awarded the Yelp NC Triad Squad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, celebrating their contributions and accomplishments throughout the year, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And 2nd on Main, in Salem, Virginia, is a perfect example. Located in the historic Brooks Byrd Pharmacy building across the street from the Salem Farmer's Market, this extraordinary gift shop offers a variety of one-of-a-kind nostalgia and modern treasures. Inside, a friendly young lady greeted me and welcomed me to the store. She explained that this was a special place for unique finds.That it was founded with the idea of bringing joy to the community by supporting creative local craftspeople and artists, through showcasing and selling their products. And quite a variety of products I found there as I looked around. From jewelry, to clothing, to artworks, to artistic home decor, just to name a few. I invite you to view the photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the quality and innovative merchandise. After you visit the store, I'm sure you'll find something nice for yourself or to give as a gift to the special people in your life. If you're an artist or craft person, and have a special talent to create unique art or crafts, by all means contact the owners by filling out a form on their website at www.2ndonmain.com. And who knows, soon you might find your cool stuff being showcased on the shelves at 2nd on Main.

An amazing place to paint your pottery. We've been going for a while now, and I've made plenty of…read moreprojects. Here's photos of some of them. Some are after firing and some are before.

My friends and I had a wonderful experience initially creating the artwork. The employees we…read moreencountered were more than helpful and accommodating. We were told by staff that our art work would be ready to pickup within two weeks. They also informed us that one person in our group could return to pick up the art for everyone. I want to note, the owner was not present at that time. However, upon returning to pick up mine and my friend's art , I had an unpleasant experience with the owner. The owner was very hostile and combative towards me. She became angry because our group (4) requested separate tickets at the time of purchase. The interaction continued with the owner as things were very disorganized as she struggled to locate our art pieces. She later refused to allow me to pick up the art for my friends. Despite us being told by staff that it's a common practice for one person to pick up art for people in their group. I was required to show physical proof of others in my group. I felt as though I was singled out in this experience and will not be returning to this location.

I finally had the chance to visit this truly amazing store! Beautiful antique furniture, original…read moreoils and watercolors in gorgeous old frames, loads of vintage decor, books, an incredible selection of new home decor and gift items - there's even a plant room! They also have local vendors and artists - gorgeous handmade wooden jewelry boxes and turned bowls, leather goods, soaps, and more - in a huge, two-story space. So much to look at it's hard to see it all in one visit - the inventory is changing all the time and the prices are very reasonable. This store is a MUST for furnishing and decorating your home, finding that perfect one of a kind gift - get your Christmas shopping done early! - taking home a unique souvenir from your Blue Ridge travels, or just a fun day out shopping with friends. Look for the long white building with black trim and the antique car - trust me, you will be SO glad you stopped!

This Antique and Collectibles Mall in the heart of Salem, Virginia, has over 50 venders, with clean…read moreand well-organized booths in a spacious layout that creates a welcoming environment where you can view and shop from a diverse collection of fine antiques and vintage items, such as clocks, glassware, gifts, jewelry, and advertising memorabilia, to name a few, which value is derived from their age or historical association. As soon as I entered the retail business, there was a friendly and knowledgeable lady staff member behind the counter who welcomed me and told me to feel free to ask her any question that I might have about any item in the shop. As I walked around, what impressed me the most was the good quality condition that most of the items were in. And the well-organized that the vender booths were in, allowing the accommodation of a great variety and number number of items. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and its merchandise variety. Some of the venders were around arranging their booths with new items related to the Holiday Season. The lady owner of one of my favorite booths for the items it carried also happened to be there at the moment. When I asked the staff lady if she could open one of the locked display cases for me to take a closer look of an item I was interested in, she pointed out that the lady vender happened to be there at the moment and called her to see if she could open me the display case for me with her key. I was interested in a brass shield of the Commonwealth of Virginia. After I examined both sides to verify it was in good condition, the owner told me she could probably give me a discount if I liked it. I asked her how much she could leave it for, and she lowered the price from $75 to $60. And I quickly accepted. I was lucky she was there and gave me a discount, but most of the items I saw there were reasonably priced. A must-visit! I highly recommend spending time here to see the amazing collection of interesting items. You're bound to find a special something for yourself or a one-of-a-kind gift.

Great selection of antiques! We located some hard to find items we had been seeking. Very friendly…read moreand kind staff. Glad to have made the trip!

Left of Center Art Space is a vibrant co-op gallery and working studio that opened its doors in the…read moreold Woolworth Building in downtown Roanoke in October 2019. They are a collective of artists sharing studio, exhibition and teaching space. Along with their artwork, they also feature guest artists throughout the year. The gallery showcases a variety of artistic forms, including painting, pottery, oil pastel, jewelry, sculpture, and weaving. With a focus on diverse creativity, the space also hosts guest artists who contribute to Roanoke's growing art scene. Visitors to Left of Center Art Space can not only observe the artwork in exhibition there, but can also observe the artists in action and interact with them by asking them questions and experience the artistic process firsthand. They also can engage directly with the creative process by participating in art lessons, paint nights, and art receptions. These activities provide a fun, interactive experience for people of all ages and skill levels. Additionally, the gallery offers custom picture framing services, perfect for preserving personal artworks or showcasing your favorite pieces. When I visited the Art Space all the artists there were very welcoming and hospitable, providing me with much information about the place. It was clear that they loved creating their art and also enjoyed sharing the process, as well as the art itself, with visitors and art enthusiasts who visited the place. I walked around observing the artworks being exhibited and the tags with information about the art and sale price. It was a great opportunity to purchase a reasonably priced artwork to decorate a special space in your house, while also supporting and encouraging the local growing art talent. I would definitely encourage all those reading my review to take the time to visit this Art Space and take advantage of all its has to offer. Mingle with the artists here and watch their artistic creative process firsthand, ask questions, and grow with the experience, for art is the food of our souls and enriches our lives.

Please support your bookstore!! I live in a country that has no bookstore. There are a couple of…read moreshops in the resort towns that sell books abandoned by travellers or people moving out of the country, but no bookstore. So I was absolutely thrilled to be in this one during a recent visit stateside. On 9 Sept, I spent hours inspecting every inch of every shelf... I even forgot to have lunch. Despite my "loitering" no one followed or questioned me (yes, it has happened that I've been surveilled in a bookstore after the first hour of shopping). I had a few questions about the location of certain items. The store manager, Clayton Richmond, came to my aid and had a few recommendations even. I appreciated his time and attention as it was very helpful. The two women at checkout were also incredibly and genuinely friendly and helpful. I think is also a reflection of Mr Richmond's management as well as the work ethic and disposition of the women themselves. This would be my favorite happy place if I lived in Roanoke. Thank you for a great visit.

B&N in Valley View (Roanoke, VA) has to have the worst customer service on the planet. Teresa, the…read moreManager, is the rudest woman I have ever spoken to. The night before we reserved a book at end of the day. My husband drove 2.5 hours to pick the book up when they opened and they sold it out from under us. This was for a little girl and now we have to tell her that this store didn't abide by their policies and sold it to some man whose hold had expired the night before. Teresa was yelling, rude and was blaming us!! Teresa has no business training staff or having any contact with anyone from the outside world. She's a terrible human being!