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Gala Artisan Jewelry & GiftsVisit Kensington and discover a diverse array of shops. Antique Row on Howard Avenue offers antique shops, vintage book stores, florists and gifts. Cross over to West Howard and discover why interior designers flock to Kensington for one-of-a-kind home furnishings. Throughout Kensington you will discover bridal shops, a gardening center and distinctive clothing stores.
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Experts in Oriental rugs, new and antique at outlet prices. Expert cleaning with organic shampoo as well as repairs. Buying, selling, trade-ins, and appraisals. Inventory is from estate collectors, trade-ins and consignments.
Store Hours:
Monday-Saturday 10-6; Sunday 11-5.
4125 Howard Avenue
240-802-2912
Servicing the lumber, custom mouldings, cabinets and architectural millwork needs of DC, Maryland and Virginia customers since 1991.
Monday-Friday 8-5
3837 Plyers Mill Road
301-942-2667
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Located in Kensington’s Antique Row, Adah Rose Gallery showcases contemporary art in a variety of mediums. The gallery exhibits art incorporating many modern movements with a specialty in Text Based work. All openings are free and open to the public.
Thursday-Sunday 12-5:30, and by appointment.
3766 Howard Ave.
301-922-0162
Amicus is a home improvement store and design center dedicated to creating fresh spaces, fresh designs, fresh air and water, and a fresh take on what our buildings can do for you. We offer and use healthy, eco, bright and invigorating materials and design concepts. Regardless of budget or style, let us help you with your space.
Monday-Friday 10-6; Saturday 11-5, Sunday Closed
4080A Howard Ave.
301-571-8590
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Amicus is a home improvement store and design center dedicated to creating fresh spaces, fresh designs, fresh air and water, and a fresh take on what our buildings can do for you. We offer and use healthy, eco, bright and invigorating materials and design concepts. Regardless of budget or style, let us help you with your space.
Monday-Friday 10-6; Saturday 11-5
4080A Howard Ave.
301-571-8590
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A multi-dealer antiques shop.
Monday-Saturday 10-5; Sunday 12-5
3750 Howard Ave
301-933-4618
A multi-dealer antiques shop.
Monday-Saturday 10-5; Sunday 12-5
3760 Howard Ave.
301-942-4440
Specializing in glass, furniture, lamps and china.
Tuesday-Saturday 10:30-5:30 Sunday 12-5:30
3762 B Howard Avenue
301-942-3324
For three generations they have specialized in carpet cleaning, in-plant oriental & area rug cleaning, carpet installation, and repair of your floor coverings. They also provide professional cleaning for upholstery and leather furniture, draperies, floor tile & grout.
Store Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30-5, Saturday 9:30-3.
10516 Metropolitan Avenue
301-946-7944
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Natalie creates children’s clothes out of beautiful fabrics.
3758 Howard Ave.
240-292-8825
Store Hours: Monday-Thursday 10-5:30pm, Friday-Saturday 10-8pm, Sunday 12-5:30pm
Large selection of gifts, furniture and collectibles. Unique vintage, antique and hand-painted home decor at reasonable prices.
3758 Howard Ave
240-669-8606
Store Hours: Tuesday thru Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12-5pm
Offering a wide range of French-language books and other resources for children of all ages.
Store Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-6, Sunday 12-5
3786 Howard Avenue
240-383-9163
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Boogaerts Fine Cabinetry, established in 1998, specializes in kitchens, home offices, libraries and other custom residential cabinetry projects. Using only the finest materials we transform your home. Call for in-home consultation.
4122 Howard Ave
301-493-7775
DC’s team fitting outfitting resource for swimming, lacrosse, softball and field hockey.
Store Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10-5, Thursday 10-7, Saturday 10-4.
10558 Metropolitan Ave
301-949-7366
Asian and Chinese antiques & specialty items. Always fascinated by history, culture, design and how those interface with man-made artifacts, The Cusp of Extinction has made a point of searching the world for small, antique objects that have that certain appealing qualities.
Store Hours: Friday & Saturday 10:30-5pm, Sunday 12-5pm and Thursday by chance, appointment or serendipity
3730 Howard Ave
301-651-7195
Convenience Store and Pharmacy.
Store Hours: 24 hours every day
3715 University Blvd.
301-962-8092
A vast eclectic collection from Beanie Babies to Victorian furniture. Unusual decorator items ideal for restaurants, family rooms and interesting homes. Vintage collectible bears and dolls and estate furniture.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10-5; Sunday 12-5
3758 Howard Ave.
301-946-4242
An indie artisan-dyed yarn and spinning fiber company specializing in rich, intense, and sometimes blinding colors and high quality yarns and spinning fibers. They host a “Sit and Knit” in the studio on the first Sunday of the month and offer classes as well.
Store Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-3pm
4104 Howard Ave
301-312-6883
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Artisan owned shop with unique handmade jewelry, accessories, stationery, toys, artist workshops and more! Voted Best of DC and Best of Montgomery.
Store Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-6, Sunday 12-5, Monday Closed
10417 Armory Ave
301-933-2912
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Artisan owned shop with unique handmade jewelry, accessories, stationery, toys, artist workshops and more! Voted Best of DC and Best of Montgomery.
Store Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-6, Sunday 12-5, Monday Closed
10417 Armory Ave
301-933-2912
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Artisan owned shop with unique handmade jewelry, accessories, stationery, toys, artist workshops and more! Voted Best of DC and Best of Montgomery.
Store Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-6, Sunday 12-5, Monday Closed
10417 Armory Ave
301-933-2912
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Gene’s Costumes carries a large variety of accessories, makeup, and costumes to rent or buy for both adults and children. A great place to come for all of your costume needs.
Store Hours: Monday-Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-4
10636 Connecticut Ave
301-949-4111
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Georgina has been in the antique business for 35 years. Her shop is a large building with 2 levels, an enormous inventory and very fair prices. Shop for glass, china, jewelry, sterling silver, perfumes, compacts, hats, gloves, furs and purses. Visit the “guy case” with military, knives, spectacles, political and smoking memorabilia. Cups and saucers are a specialty.
Store Hours: Mon-Sat 11-5:30, Sunday 12-5:30
3776 Howard Avenue
240-645-9029
Furniture, mirrors, art, lighting and accessories – antique, vintage, some new – all well-made pieces for traditional or modern interiors.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30-5:30; Sunday 12-5:30
3746-3748 Howard Ave
301-933-4460
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Furniture, mirrors, art, lighting and accessories – antique, vintage, some new – all well-made pieces for traditional or modern interiors.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30-5:30; Sunday 12-5:30
3746-3748 Howard Ave
301-933-4460
Furniture, mirrors, art, lighting and accessories – antique, vintage, some new – all well-made pieces for traditional or modern interiors.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30-5:30; Sunday 12-5:30
3746-3748 Howard Ave
301-933-4460
Furniture, mirrors, art, lighting and accessories – antique, vintage, some new – all well-made pieces for traditional or modern interiors.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30-5:30; Sunday 12-5:30
3746-3748 Howard Ave
301-933-4460
Specializing in customized home furnishings based on your own unique style. Furniture, lighting, carpets, garden, art, mirrors and accessories are available for viewing.
Store Hours: Thursday-Saturday 11-6
4229 Howard Avenue
202-333-6999
HomeWorks is a home and gift boutique nested in the heart of Kensington Antique Row. We carry unique accessories, designer lamps, accent furniture and gifts. Our lines are contrasting clean lines with elegant natural materials for an eclectic look that resonates with today’s lifestyles. Blending vintage influences with of the moment motifs, our collection of lighting and decor is at home in traditional, transitional, and contemporary settings.
Store Hours: Wednesday: 11-5:30; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 10:30-5:30; Sunday: 12-5.
3740 Howard Ave.
240-669-6773
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A family owned and operated business, Jahann and Sons has served Washingtonians for all their rug needs – cleaning, repairing, appraisals and restoration – for more than 35 years. They have one of the most unique and discriminating inventories available, carrying handmade carpets in all sizes from all corners of the globe.
Store Hours: Thursday 9-7,
Mon/Tues/Wed/Fri 9-6,
Sat 10-6,
Sun 12-4
4210 Howard Ave.
301-530-6660
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For 20 years, Jantiques Diamonds & Estate Jewelry has been serving Kensington as specialists in antique/vintage platinum diamond engagement rings.
Store Hours: Every day 12-5pm
10429 Fawcett Street
301-942-0936
A shop filled with color and whimsy. Early quilts fill the walls and shelves; painted furniture and folky Americana will lure you into every corner. Little iron lamps with original shades light up an array of early hooked rugs, architectural pieces, decorated stoneware, and collectible doorstops. Plus, quilts, quilts and more quilts.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 11-5, Sunday 12-5
3744 Howard Ave.
301-946-7464
Your neighborhood florist and garden center. Fresh cut flowers, arrangements, houseplants, trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, mulch, topsoil, organic products, pottery, gifts, and so much more.
Store Hours: Monday-Sunday 9-6
10313 Kensington Parkway
301-946-6700
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Since 1956, Kamarian has developed a well-earned reputation for offering a wide variety of quality rugs. They offer handmade oriental rugs, area rugs, hardwood, cork, bamboo, laminate, and ceramic flooring, as well as rug cleaning and repair.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10-7, Sunday 12-5.
4000 Howard Ave
301-493-4000
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Bringing you the best deals for diamonds, gemstones and fine jewelry for a wedding proposal, anniversary or any special occasion.
3720 Farragut Ave #100
301-588-7296
Store Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10:30am-6:30pm
Kensington Pharmacy is an independent drug store where modern conveniences meets the charm and personal care of your neighborhood pharmacy.
Store Hours: Monday-Friday 8-8, Saturday 9-6, Sunday 10-3; Open on holidays from 10-4
3737 University Blvd. W
301-933-6165
Two floors of quality, used out-of-print and unusual books in all subjects. Vintage newspapers, posters, postcards, magazines, photographs and prints. Author and poetry readings, live music, book groups and other interesting events every month. See our website for event calendar and more information.
Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-6, Sunday 12-5.
3786 Howard Ave.
301-949-9416
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Compounding specialists that carry a full line of vitamins, supplements, homeopathic remedies and natural health and beauty aids.
Store Hours: Monday-Friday 9-6, Saturday 9-1, Sunday Closed
10400 Connecticut Avenue # 100
301-942-7979
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Trendy deco, Up cycling furniture, linen, candles, pillows, jewelry, driftwood wall fixtures and paintings from French artists, and French fashion apparel.
Store Hours, Tuesday – Saturday 10:30am – 6:30pm
10513 Metropolitan Ave
301-351-0374
Trendy deco, Up cycling furniture, linen, candles, pillows, jewelry, driftwood wall fixtures and paintings from French artists, and French fashion apparel.
Store Hours, Tuesday – Saturday 10:30am – 6:30pm
10513 Metropolitan Ave
301-351-0374
McNamara Creative Co. provides custom painted and refinished furniture, unique commercial murals and installations, one-of-a-kind fine finish art, and everything in between.
4216-B Howard Ave.
301-509-1098
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Milton’s Chandeliers has a selection of chandeliers and other lighting for your home or office.
Hours: Monday-Friday 9-5pm
4130 Howard Ave.
301-530-3388
Modern Mobler specializes in Mid-Century and Danish Modern home furnishings – all vintage pieces, primarily from the 1950’s to the 1970’s.
Store Hours: Thursday – Saturday 10:30-5:30, Sunday 12-5:30
3730 Howard Avenue
202-882-1648
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Like a favorite children’s book, the Noyes Children’s Library is warmth and security, fun and adventure. A one room library nestled in the Victoria charm on Kensington, MD.
Hours: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 9-5, and Wednesday 1-8
10237 Carroll Place
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Oak is a local, independent brick and mortar store located in the heart of Kensington that offers modern, earthy, comfy apparel, handbags, jewelry and more.
Store Hours: Check the Oak website for hours
10511 Metropolitan Ave
301-933-0281
Oak is a local, independent brick and mortar store located in the heart of Kensington that offers modern, earthy, comfy apparel, handbags, jewelry and more.
Store Hours: Check the Oak website for hours
10511 Metropolitan Ave
301-933-0281
Specializing in museum-quality art and antiques, including furniture, decorative objects, paintings, sculpture, and works on paper.
Store Hours: Friday & Saturday 10-5 and by appointment
4090-A Howard Ave
202-332-0331
7 Dealer Antique Market
Monday-Saturday 10-5; Sunday 12-5
3750 Howard Ave.
301-933-4618
Unique collection of bridal wear, mothers & brides-maids dresses, head dresses, veils, & shoes. they also offer graduation & debutante gowns, custom designs & reproductions, and tuxedo rentals.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 11-6, appointment recommended.
10425 Fawcett Street
301-946-5095
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This new shop in the heart of Kensington’s downtown has a selection of gifts, apparel, jewelry and monogrammed items. Additionally, they provide monogramming services to customers that have an item they would like to have personalized.
Tuesday and Wednesday: 10-3; Thursday and Friday 10-5; Saturday 11-4
3770 Howard Ave.
240-558-3474
Ann Ford has collected European pieces for over 25 years for her shop in Kensington’s Antique Market II. In addition to her porcelain works of art, you will also find crystal and a selection of vintage sterling jewelry, mirrors and some smaller furniture.
3750 Howard Ave
301-933-4618
An amazing variety of antique and collectible items with ever-changing merchandise donated to them. Furniture, art, clothing, jewelry, tools, linens, photographs, books, and so much more. Donations are welcome during business hours.
Store Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:30-5pm
3716 Howard Ave
301-942-4707
Established in 1986 by Owner Raffie Bardizbanian, we are a full service jewelry store and custom make and repair any kind of jewelry or watch. Pearl/bead stringing, appraisals, stone setting. Selling diamonds/gold at wholesale prices. We carry earrings, chains, bracelets, antique pocket watches, engagement rings, necklaces, colored stones, jade, Fostoria glass, antique mirrors, selection of Indian hand crafts and signed pottery, Tahishian pearls, diamond cocktail rings and wedding bands in platinum and yellow gold.
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5; Sunday 12-4 or call first.
3774 Howard Ave.
301-949-0490
Red Studio Gallery show case art by artist Shara Banisadr. Sculpture, paintings, lamps, one of a kind jewelery and small gifts.
Store Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12-5.
3758 Howard Ave.
301-564-1451
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Red Studio Gallery show case art by artist Shara Banisadr. Sculpture, paintings, lamps, one of a kind jewelery and small gifts.
Store Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12-5.
3758 Howard Ave.
301-564-1451
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Red Studio Gallery show case art by artist Shara Banisadr. Sculpture, paintings, lamps, one of a kind jewelery and small gifts.
Store Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12-5.
3758 Howard Ave.
301-564-1451
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We are a full service bookshop specializing in foreign language books from Russia, Ukraine, Poland, The Czech Republic and more! We offer materials for learning languages and a wide variety of maps. From fluent/native speakers to new students, find everything from children’s books to classic literature, military history and more.
Store Hours: Sunday-Monday, Closed Tuesday-Thursday 10:00am-3:00pm Friday, 9-5 (but closed from 12-1)
Saturday 10:00am -6:00pm
10335 Kensington Parkway, Ste. A
301-933-0607
Your local Safeway is the place to shop! Come in and be inspired, your favorites are always in stock.
Store Hours: 24 hours every day
10541 Connecticut Ave
301-945-4273
Specializing in vintage clothing for men and women, jewelry and home accessories from the 1930’s to 1970’s.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30-5:30, Sunday 12-5
3734 Howard Ave.
301-530-5723
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Specializing in vintage clothing for men and women, jewelry and home accessories from the 1930’s to 1970’s.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30-5:30, Sunday 12-5
3734 Howard Ave.
301-530-5723
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A delightful blend of antique American country furniture architectural elements and lovingly worn accessories for home and garden.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 11-5, Sunday 12-5
3742 Howard Avenue
301-933-3750
Bicycle sales and repairs.
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10-6:30; Saturday 10-5
3731 B University Blvd. W
301-962-5577
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Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10-5; Sunday 12-5
3760 Howard Ave
301-942-4440
Antique decorative arts and jewelry.
Monday-Saturday 10-5; Sunday 12-5
3750 Howard Avenue
301-933-4618
Strosniders Hardware has served the area since 1953. This family owned and operated business has a complete selection of hardware, housewares, garden, paint, plumbing and seasonal merchandise.
Monday-Friday 7:00am – 8:00pm, Saturday 8:00am – 7:00pm, Sunday 8:00am – 6:00pm
Contemporary designer and brand name clothing and accessories for women and preteen/teen girls in sizes 00 thru 20. Also a great selection of designer handbags and premium denim along with new jewelry, sunglasses, watches and other select items.
Store Hours: Tuesday-Friday & Saturday 10:30-5:00pm.
10307 Kensington Parkway
301-946-6721
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Rugs from around the world. For over 50 years Mr. Foroosh has offered his professional skill in the fields of weaving, dyeing, technical spot removing and hand washing, as well as restoring and appraisal of rugs and textiles.
By appointment only
10560-B Metropolitan Ave.
301-942-2885
The Chesapeake Framing Company can create the perfect custom frame to reflect your unique style. After 38 years in business we know a thing or two about custom framing. Our team of experienced art consultants will walk you through the creative process. We offer a carefully curated selection of unique artwork by local and national artists.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10-6, Sunday 12-4
10507 Metropolitan Ave.
301-942-0485
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Importers of antique pine furniture from Great Britain and all over Europe. Reproduction pine furniture in old and new wood. Decorative accessories. Family owned and operated.
Store Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10:30-5:30, Sunday 12-5:30.
4144 Howard Ave.
301-493-2565
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Children’s consignment boutique for clothing, shoes, maternity wear, highchairs, exersaucers, and more.
Store Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5
10303 Kensington Parkway
301-933-1152
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Books and gifts for your LCS lifestyle.
Store Hours: Monday 10-4, Tuesday-Thursday 10-6, Friday 10-8 & Saturday 9-6
10335 Kensington Parkway
301-933-1943
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Coming Soon! Tumbleweed is a gift and card shop selling rustic and elegant products.
10506 A ConnecticutAve
202-746-5395
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Upscale, nearly new and secondhand clothing, accessories, furniture, music, books and more.
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 10-7, Sunday 12-4
10730 Connecticut Avenue
301-933-5666
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Fun, eclectic items, tables, pottery, industrial antiques, vintage linens, jewelry, glass and more.
Store Hours:
Mon-Sat 10-5:30,
Sun 12-5:30
3750 Howard Ave.
240-281-8510
W.C. Fowler Carpet Service, Inc.
For over 40 years, W.C. Fowler Carpet Service, Inc. has been selling and installing flooring in Kensington. Their services include custom cut runners and bound area rugs, as well as carpet cleaning.
By appointment only.
10554 Metropolitan Ave
301-949-3400
Weisser Glass Studio is a complete resource center for materials and supplies, classes and workshops relating to glass art making including stained glass, fusing and kiln formed glass, mosaic, glass jewelry making, paperweight and beadmaking.
Store Hours:
Wednesday 10-5,
Thursday 10-8,
Friday-Sunday 10-5
4080-B Howard Avenue
301-571-8966
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Unique wood and metal composition pens created by the hands of Randall, an Army veteran. These pens are hand crafted with care and special attention to detail to produce a unique item for you or as a gift for all those special occasions. Each one is an original, built one at a time. All pens are designed and manufactured for everyday use, for your personal pen collections, or as a great addition for your desk.
443-717-3825
One-of-a-kind antique furniture & accessories to add unique interest to any home decor.
Monday-Saturday 10-5; Sunday 12-5
3750 Howard Ave.
301-933-4618
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