This is an amazing gem that I stumbled down visiting Oskaloosa. It reminds me of a place called…read moreartifacts in Iowa City. They have everything. Records. Coins. Knives. Furniture. It's a museum and you could just go to have fun.

Rude owners, followed my 12 year old son around store. My son loves history and I use antique…read morestores to educate him on the past. When ever my son. Would show an Interest in an item the owner would come over and stand extremely close. He had the audacity to tell my son that we will demonstrate for you IF you are really interested, otherwise don't mess with it. We spend a lot of time setting these things up. Said directly in Front of both me and my husband.

My favorite gift shop in Southeast Iowa. Over the years the store has always been stocked with…read morequality products and arranged so artfully. The owner has a gifted touch for decorating. She carries a line of primitive candles that are poured into mason jars, wrapped with burlap, and smell amazing. I purchased a gift for my mom during this visit.

The best book store in Iowa, and one of the best in the nation, combining awesome architecture, a…read moregreat inventory, phenomenal awareness, and a wonderfully unique vibe. An elite level of customer service is always present. Led by their manager, Linda, this place is really special if you're a book lover, but it's also a terrific visit if you enjoy writing or Journaling, or if you are a Connoisseur of architecture. Great value abounds, and it just rocks.

This is the most incredible book store ever! I absolutely LOVE the architecture of this building…read moreand the gorgeous (original!) visible bank vault doors--vaults they turned into book sections (one is a crime book section... I love that!) They have a fab cooking section and an adorable kids section upstairs with seating and perfect ambiance. Amazing book selection throughout the very large store. It also connects to a very cute restaurant, that I will be trying next time! It's honestly so much better than even the best "big box" book store! The prices are exactly the same, so why NOT shop where you will also have an amazing experience?!? And support a local small business! One more HUGE plus: there was ZERO Trump/MAGA propaganda sold here. NONE! This deliberate choice to lose a few sales rather than sell poison to their community is...priceless. That's the difference between small businesses and corporations. They CARE! They also feature books which have just been tragically banned, like Maya Angelou & various diverse/inclusive genres. I have a renewed faith in Americans today thanks to this Iowa bookstore, or Book Vault i should say Im already planning to go back with my whole family. You should too. Worth the drive!

Before this bookstore closed in 2009, it was my favorite online bookstore. My favorite bookstore of…read moreany kind any kind, really. God bless the former owner. I was lucky enough to meet him after he retired. I hope his life is unfolding in waves of expanding bliss.

We recently visiting this delightful progressive city in SE Iowa…read more... But.....This supposed resource for spiritual books this shop was just a high-priced curio and gift card shop. Selection of "spiritual" books is very slim, and occupies a very cramped area of an low-ceiling upstairs. You can find all of this kind of product cheaper online. In a big city, a gift shop like this can work, but the selection of gifts are usually much bigger better and more original. I felt like I was visiting a 1985 bookstore. Also -- where's the commitment to green?

Usually open 11am - 5pm, family owned business. I got to talk to the owner and found out he opened…read moreup this store so his daughter, Kendra, who has a brain injury can have something to do. Such a sweet family, very hospitable and they have and amazing assortment of Knick knacks and clothes. Kendra also hand makes garden stakes, bracelets and candles. Everything is super cheap too.

This place doesn't even deserve a whole star! Went in this place for the first time last week with…read morea friend of mine. We were looking to not only spend money but to also bring items in to her sell for me. But when I had asked what items the owner constantly kept saying 'I don't accept anything old' She wouldn't tell me any brand's or anything! She was extremely rude!! An when my friend asked her if she had one certain kind of jeans and the owner looked at her and said if I have them I'm sure I don't have any in your size!. I will never go back to this store again and don't recommend it to anyone!

I enjoy stopping in to this consignment store often. The clothing is always changing. I even…read morefound some items with the tags still on! Score for me!

This place was awesome and unexpected! Why shop the big box when there is this locally owned…read moreawesome resource here! Great selection and knowledgeable!

Old style gun shop I have visited many times and made many purchases. Large selection of firearms.read more

I live in California and I love being able to call in all my flower deliveries for family and…read morefriends. They have such beautiful selection for fresh arrangements and plants to choose from. Great family business!

Ostranders always has the best selection of flowers. You can tell they really love what they do…read more Definitely worth a visit!