New Jersey has some pretty incredible independent businesses. I’m certain there are hundreds I haven’t even heard of yet but I am familiar with some truly awesome spots. Today, I’m featuring a unique antique shop that it’s almost impossible not to love.
Unshredded Nostalgia is an antique shop that specializes in ephemera.
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Ephemera is primarily paper products - posters, postcards, playbills…
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You’ll also find old catalogs and magazines from the 1900s, 1980s and more. A Time Magazine from the year a loved one was born makes a great gift.
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There are old photos, maps and more! Recently, Unshredded Nostalgia had a Civil War-era newspaper from Newark in stock.
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If you’re a fan of history or pop culture, this is the perfect place for you. In some ways, it’s like a museum.
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While everything is nicely organized, it’s still an adventure searching through the stacks - you never know what you’ll find.
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But it’s not only paper products! There are seasonal items including the beloved Christmas decorations you had as a kid. (Who knows? Could be!)
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And, look! It’s Santa Claus.
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Into collectibles? Check out these winter figurines.
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Though I much prefer these vintage metal lunch boxes.
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This beautiful bike from 1916 is definitely a showstopper.
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They’ve got areas for almost everything…tools, books, Disney/animation, vinyl, toys, medical supplies, military-related, a poster gallery and much more.
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My favorite part of Unshredded Nostalgia? The New Jersey room, of course!
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For a sneak peek into what you can expect, check out the short (and fascinating) video below:
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While I find most antique shops to be whimsical, this shop is such a joy to explore and will truly take you on a journey through time. The staff is friendly and helpful, you’re more than welcome to browse and you can even find the owner from time to time. You can tell that this store is more than a business, it is loved, and you’ll love it, too! For more small shops in New Jersey that you’ll want to check out, click here. To visit Unshredded Nostalgia, head to 323 South Main Street (Route 9) in Barnegat.
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