Been coming to roaches in the attic for about 3-4 years, now, and I absolutely love this store. The wonky (but sturdy) steps to get in the building are a great introduction to a great store.
I first learned about uranium glass here and it sparked my interest in glass collecting, which I often come back to collect more. I find the prices to be a little high in some areas, but there are still things you can get relatively cheap such as records or old newspaper ads. They have a small, but interesting, collection of books which have filled in the gaps in my own bookcase.
The owners of the place are very nice and quiet people and genuinely make the trip to Roaches worth it, even if I didn’t buy anything. I definitely recommend Roaches in the Attic Antiques for those that like to explore and see...
   Read moreA beautiful, if hidden, treasure in Old Town Herndon. Straying from the run of the mill junk attics, this antique collection has exquisite pieces, a broad range of desirable collectibles, and one of the most comprehensive glass selections I've ever seen. The whole flat is clean (proper dusting can be hit or miss with these types of locations) and the owners are a joy. On my visit, I had the pleasure of being helped by Doug, who was kind and knowledgable. We will be back with every friend and family member we can convince to come explore with us and we are sincerely grateful to have this storefront in...
   Read moreThis is a gorgeous shop with a wonderful collection of antique glassware, lamps, books, advertisements and prints, records, tobacco pipes, and more. Everything is neatly organized with descriptions and dates (seriously, it’s the neatest and best-organized antique shop I’ve ever been in. The prices seem a little high, but then again, it’s a real antique shop. Except for the records and some prints, the newest items were from the 1940s, and everything was in pristine condition. The name definitely...
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