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25+ Vintage Shops to Check Out In Upstate New York
Rosie Mae Turner lists her favorite vintage and antique stores in Upstate New York for your ultimate shopping adventure.
While there is an overabundance of amazing vintage stores in New York City, you can’t beat the fresh air in the Hudson Valley/Catskill region. This list contains vintage shops across 15 upstate towns you should peep on your next upstate excursion. Their Instagram handles give you a wider glimpse into what exactly they have in store and help aid in expert planning. Interestingly, each region also has historical ties to fashion and the arts. Wherever you end up, an adventure surely awaits.
Albany, NY
For over 200 years, Albany has been New York’s capital. Its history began long before the first Europeans’ interaction with the native Indian tribes, as they had long inhabited the area.
The Vintage Roundup
The Vintage Roundup is a vintage lover’s dream. It is currently the largest, curated vintage/antique market within the Upstate NY region. Vendors come from all over the East Coast with a range of clothing, accessories, home goods, and trinkets. Tickets are $8-15.
The Vintage Roundup
Takk House
55 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
@thevintageroundup
Beacon, NY
During the 1800s Beacon was known as “The Hat Making Capital of the US.” By 1890, the city was the leading producer of wool hats in America and would go on to house nearly 50 hat making factories. It was a booming industry during the Victorian era but by the Great Depression the hat factories were already starting to close.
Another Door
An eclectic store with a range of vintage fashions from various decades, glassware, & trinkets.
468-470 Main Street
@anotherdoor.beacon
Finders Keepers
There is a wide variety of vintage and antique clothing items to sift through… as well as furniture, art & odds and ends.
285 Main St
@finderskeepersbeacon
Vintage Beacon
Well curated designer vintage in this cozy consignment shop. Your place to score some very rare gems!
478 Main St
@vintagebeacon
Catskill, NY
This hamlet was once home to the famed painter Thomas Cole, founder of the Hudson River School art movement. Landscape painters seemed to flock to the area because of its natural beauty. The colorful town is home to more galleries and each year an event called Cattin’ Around Catskill takes place. Local artists are invited to decorate a cat for display and auction.
Sister Salvage 2.0
A hodgepodge of unique and rare finds. Everything from books, to vintage fabrics, to antique toys. This place is a Main Street favorite with such an abundance of special treasures.
390 Main St
@sistersalvagecatskill
Made X Hudsdon
Part makerspace, part vintage shop, part cafe… this local storefront shop champions all things sustainability in the Hudson Valley. Such a wonderful addition to Catskill’s vibrant Main Street.
391 Main St
@madexhudson
Coxsackie, NY
The name Coxsackie comes from an Algonquin Indian word meaning “Place of Owls.” This makes perfect sense, as passing through, you’ll notice owls at random places throughout town.
Coxsackie Antique Center
One of the best places for antiques in the region with a number of stand-out vendors. Many gorgeous artisan made quilts, blankets, furnishings, furniture, books, magazines, and records. Something unique about this place is their old catalog section for browsing which is an archivist’s dream!
12400 Rte 9W
@coxsackieantiquesart
Cohoes, NY
The town of Cohoes, NY is known as the “Spindle City” and during the 1870s it was home to the largest cotton mill complex in the world.
Vintage Addiction & Co.
Gorgeous furniture, rugs, art, glassware, and more. A large array of well-preserved vintage in every hue awaits. A great place to find useful and collectible items to furnish your home.
130 Remsen Street
@vintage_addiction_co
Hudson, NY
Hudson was known as a whaling town, with many people from the fishing industry setting up shops. It is also reported that there were many textile mills.
Look
Tucked inside Face Stockholm at 401 Warren, this is your destination for designer vintage like Comme des Garçons and Issey Miyake! A very well organized selection for all genders with a range of sizes and styles… There really is something for everyone.
401 Warren
@lookhudson
The Warehouse of Hudson NY
Realistically, you need a day or longer to see it all, but it’s an adventure every time. A vast warehouse to explore - it’s reminiscent of a flea market that is slightly more curated. A furniture lover’s & art collector’s paradise.
Proprietors
So many stellar finds in every color! Exquisite vintage and antique fashions with luxurious fabrics are a feast for the eyes. Another location in Greenpoint, Brooklyn.
558 Warren St
@proprietorsnewyork
Vintage Black Label
Truly phenomenal selection of luxury designer vintage clothing, jackets, brooches, belts, and jewelry.
711 Warren St
@vintageblacklabel
Kingston, NY
Kingston became New York’s first capital in 1777. It was an important transport hub and today Kingston is home to some of the oldest buildings in upstate NY dating back to the 1600s.
Lovefield Vintage
A store full of delights. Funky vintage clothing and accessories that will perfectly complete anyone’s wardrobe.
37 North Front St
@lovefieldvintage
Kingston Consignments
So much to sift through in this downtown favorite two story storefront featuring vintage and antique furniture, books, vinyl, clothing, accessories, & more.
66 North Front Street
@kingston_consigments
New Rochelle, NY
The original settlers were wealthy French merchants, craftsmen, and artisans. Today the town has a growing arts district.
Sweet Preserves Inc
An expertly displayed selection of luxury vintage from a variety of designers and this memorable downtown storefront.
543 Main St
@sweetpreserves
Nyack, NY
Shoe manufacturing took off from 1840-1890 and when that industry died, antiques made Nyack a desirable destination.
Second Chance Shoppe
Beautiful array of true vintage and contemporary secondhand finds.
28 North Broadway
@thesecondchanceshoppe
Rose Lighting and Vintage
Cool textured frocks and vintage knit & crocheted items in this vintage clothing shop that doubles as a lighting store.
67 Main St
@roselightingandvintage
Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga Springs has a rich heritage as a health resort and gambling center for much of the 19th and 20th centuries as there are several mineral springs in the area.
Grateful Threads
Sporty vintage shop with an array of tees and fab selection of vintage denim. Even more vintage threads in a secret location nearby.
30 Beekman St
@gratefulthreadsny
Saugerties, NY
A landmark in the history of papermaking in the USA was the installation of the first Fourdrinier machine in the country at a Saugerties mill back in 1927. It enhanced operations by producing a continuous web (roll).
Retro Ray
Huge warehouse full of fun fashions to try on. Great selection of sizes and styles. Eclectic belts, bags, and jewelry, too!
641 Route 212
@retrorayupstateny
Saugerties Antiques Center
So many vintage & antique goodies to browse through… so make sure you take the time. Lovely selection of vintage sewing patterns, furniture, home goods, and magazines. Selling since 1986 and specializing in fine estate jewelry.
Schenectady, NY
Famous as a manufacturing center known as “The City that Lights and Hauls the World.” In Schenectady Thomas Edison founded what would become the General Electric Company.
The Rabbit Lounge
Hip selection of vintage from various eras in this gorgeously decorated shop that also works as a hair saloon!
158 Jay Street 1st Floor
@the.rabbit.lounge
Tarrytown, NY
This beautiful area neighboring Sleepy Hollow had a few industries contribute to the local economy by the mid 1850s. There were silk factories and shoe factories at the start with the automobile industry opening manufacturing plants by the early 1900s.
The Cherry Door
A thrift shop in downtown Tarrytown with a great cause. Notice a huge selection of antiques and a few racks of secondhand and vintage clothes.
36 Main St
@thecherrydoor
Pretty Funny Vintage
A highly curated selection of vintage and naturally dyed clothes, eco conscious home goods, and more await you in this lovely Victorian house.
80 South Broadway
@prettyfunnyvintage
Trilogy Consignment
A fabulous consignment shop place to find fresh pieces from various decades to immediately update your wardrobe. Another location in Nyack.
54 Main Street
@consigntrilogy
Troy, NY
Known as the “Collar City”, the town of Troy was once a booming manufacturing hub for detachable shirt collars. The concept actually originated in the town in 1827, but production was delayed until the industrial sewing machine revolutionized everything. By the late 1800s, 90% of the United States’ collars and cuffs were made in Troy.
Yellow Lab Vintage & Books
Rare books, vintage furniture, sewing patterns and supplies, glassware, and art from various time periods. A gem of a storefront in historic downtown Troy stocked with unique items.
9 Broadway
@yellow.lab.vint
Woodstock, NY
In the early 1900s, Woodstock emerged as a utopia for artists. Actors and visual artists found the town to be a welcoming place where they could hone in on their crafts.
Rock City Vintage
Everything from bohemian vibes in true Woodstock fashion, to even older designer vintage displayed artfully in this small but eclectic shop.
5 Rock City Road
@rockcityvintagerocks