Gristmill Antiques — Local services in Town of Pittstown

I was looking around, hands to myself..After being in this store for not even 5 minutes I was told by counter clerk "Joyce" that the police were called ahead of my arrival.

Previously to arriving at this store I called ahead to ask if the store sells gold jewelry and was told yes...then asked for my name?

After driving 40 minutes to this Antique shop hoping to find a gold pendant... my session at this store was cut short by being told "just so you know..I called the police ahead of time!".

Walking in I said "Hey", being polite, and not touching the merchandise there was nothing I could have done to caused any thoughts of being anything but a purchasing customer.

Maybe Joyce did not like the way my voice sounds over the phone and the way I look..who knows. But personally I will take my spendings to all other Antique shops but this one from now on.

An unfortunate loss of a potential sale and...

My husband and I love to antique shop, and go quite frequently. Initial impression was that the shop was nicely organized. As we rounded the corner to where the cashier, presumably the owner, was sitting we were greeted with a stern glare and no "Hello, can I help you find anything". Thinking he was just a grumpy old man, we preceeded with the intent to spend a substantial amount of money because it was my husband's birthday. Soon after, a white male came in the store and he greeted him with a smile and asked what he could do for him. Then a second white Male came in, and again greeted him with a friendly smile and asked him if he could help him. I also noted that he was watching us on his surveillance system. I happen to be white and my husband is black. This man is clearly a racist and we will never give him a penny...

If you want a wonderful experience that will make you stop and "remember those days", then come to the Gristmill!! The owners are not only professional in their business endeavors, they are friendly and happy to see you enter this well kept, fabulous looking shop! They will engage in a memorable conversation and tell you what you need to know about each piece of merchandise you purchase. I especially like coming in during the Columbus Day weekends, where another treat is to peek at the beautiful New England foliage! Come one...Come all!!! I will see you there...