What began as an offshoot to the city’s vibrant arts scene epitomized by the world-renowned Torpedo Factory Art Center is now a great collection of merchants offering one-of-a-kind handcrafted products and supplies. Makers spaces include the wildly popular fibre space, a full-service knit and crochet community.
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In an age of pre-fabricated mini-malls mimicking the real-life town centers of the last century, Alexandria offers something different: authenticity. Nowhere is this more evident than in the city’s thriving artisan-focused galleries and shops.
The best kept secret in Old Town! A Galerie houses a plethora of handpicked antiques and designer home décor ranging...
317 Cameron Street
Alexandria, Virginia
Bashford & Pitt carries scented soy wax candles, and each scent is inspired by a moment in history. Aromas from...
221 King Street
Alexandria, Virginia
Christ Church is an English country-style church built between 1767 and 1773 to meet the spiritual needs of its parishioners...
118 N. Washington Street
Alexandria, Virginia
Comfort One Shoes is the Mid-Atlantic’s best shoe store, committed to bringing you the highest quality, most comfortable and best...
200 & 201 King Street
Alexandria, Virginia
Dejan Studio Jewelry specializes in one-of-a-kind designs with a focus on unique custom engagement, wedding and other celebration rings. Each...
105 N. Union Street
Studio 23
Alexandria, Virginia
Specializing in high quality virgin hair extensions, synthetic and human hair wigs and beauty products. Curated by a staff of...
508-D S. Van Dorn Street
Alexandria, Virginia
Harambee Books & Artworks, an independent bookstore based in Old Town serves the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area with a wide...
1132 Prince Street
Alexandria, Virginia
Imagine Artwear showcases the best in contemporary American crafts, selling sophisticated clothing, jewelry and accessories made exclusively by American artists.
1124 King Street
Alexandria, Virginia
A confectionery since 1947, Kilwins has been a celebrated part of Americana, having earned a reputation for providing high quality...
212 King Street
Alexandria, Virginia
Located two blocks from the waterfront in Old Town, King Street Souvenirs is your one stop shop for gifts and...
217 King Street
Alexandria, Virginia
King’s Jewelry is family owned and operated for 50 years! Finding the perfect gift is easy with our exquisite creations...
609 King Street
Alexandria, Virginia
Lotus Blooms is a unique adult and lingerie boutique that fosters a comfortable, sex-positive environment. We carry elegant steel-boned corsets...
1017 King Street
Alexandria, Virginia
