The Olde Factory Antiques and Crafts Store is located in Hummelstown, Pennyslvania. It's approximately a 5-8 minute drive from downtown Hershey and a 15-18 minute drive from downtown Harrisburg. You'll find it located at 139 S. Hanover Street. The shopping center is located inside an old 3-story factory that was built in 1898.
Within walking distance you'll find Rita's Italian Ice, Rubber Soul Brewing Co. and several businesses located on the Hummelstown square. FREE parking for patrons is available in the store's parking lot. A lot of areas of the store are handicap accessible with an elevator for convenience.
Once you're inside you'll find 150+ local vendors spread out on the 3 floors. Each vendor has their own assigned booth and are responsible for setting their own prices. In most cases, the prices are non-negotiable. For the most part, the vendors keep their area neat, clean and organized. With that said, some of the booths are really over-crowded with merchandise, so you do need to be careful when exploring.
On the day that we visited to do some shopping we saw all kinds of different things. The majority of the items you'll see are used and/or refurbished. Antiques and collectibles. There are some items that are gently used and more modern. Then you have several sellers in there selling their handcrafted items like candles, quilts, aprons, ceramic coffee mugs, potpourri, wood crafts, jewelry, etc.
Regarding the antiques and collectibles you'll find vintage pieces of furniture, lighting, toys, dolls, tools, baskets, linens, jewelry, pottery, books, garden & yard items, and so forth. There's something for everyone!
If you're buying large pieces of furniture it's your responsibility to get it transported to your vehicle on your own. The employees are not allowed to help you...but will provide you with a dolly if you need one. They have signs hanging up to alert you to their policy regarding furniture purchases. Please note...they don't offer layaway and items are non-returnable.
You'll find several antique stores in the area but in our honest opinion, Olde Factory Antiques and Crafts Store in Hummelstown is the nicest one. They offer a much larger variety of items and for the most part...items are affordably priced. If you're going to be in the area...make sure you pay them a visit! Shop small businesses and shop locally!
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