What to do and see in Columbia, Pennsylvania (PA): The Best Shopping

November 24, 2021 Marissa Gamble

Columbia, formerly Wright's Ferry, is a borough (town) in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, 28 miles (45 km) southeast of Harrisburg on the east (left) bank of the Susquehanna River, across from Wrightsville and York County and just south of U.S. Route 30. The settlement was founded in 1726 by Colonial English Quakers from Chester County led by entrepreneur and evangelist John Wright. Establishment of the eponymous Wright's Ferry, the first commercial Susquehanna crossing in the region, inflamed territorial conflict with neighboring Maryland but brought growth and prosperity to the small town, which was just a few votes shy of becoming the new United States' capital. Though besieged for a short while by Civil War destruction, Columbia remained a lively center of transport and industry throughout the 19th century, once serving as a terminus of the Pennsylvania Canal. Later, however, the Great Depression and 20th-century changes in economy and technology sent the borough into decline. It is notable today as the site of one of the world's few museums devoted entirely to horology.
Restaurants in Columbia

1. The Keeping Room

438 1/2 Locust St, Columbia, PA 17512-1250 +1 717-989-1057 http://www.thekeepingroompa.blogspot.com/
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

The Keeping Room

2. Bootleg Antiques

135 Bridge St, Columbia, PA 17512-1113 +1 717-684-0009 http://www.bootlegantiques.net
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Bootleg Antiques

3. Intermezzo by Stephanie

136 W Sunset Avenue Columbia Market House, Columbia, PA 17512-1404 +1 717-875-1945 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/
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4. Partners And Friends Antique Center

403 N 3rd St, Columbia, PA 17512-1139 +1 717-449-5995 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Partners-and-Friends-Antique-Center/110986582298285
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Partners And Friends Antique Center

5. National Watch and Clock Museum

514 Poplar St, Columbia, PA 17512-2124 +1 717-684-8261 [email protected] http://www.museumoftime.org
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4.5 based on 263 reviews

National Watch and Clock Museum

The National Watch and Clock Museum was officially opened to the public in 1977 with fewer than 1,000 items. Since that time, the collection has increased to over 12,000 items and the museum has undergone several expansion projects. The latest expansion opened in October 1999 and featured an entirely new and redesigned exhibit space, as well as a new two-story addition. Today, the museum is recognized as the largest and most comprehensive horological collection in North America.The National Watch & Clock Museum is conveniently located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, less than two hours from Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre.

Reviewed By JanM16 - Batavia, United States

We visited here primarily because we were desperate to find activities in air conditioned buildings during an unbearable heat/humidity wave in the Lancaster, PA area, We were pleasantly surprised and delighted by the extensive collection of clocks and watches from all of the world and over several centuries. A nice docent came around prior to an 'on-the-hour' demonstration of a large clock influenced by pieces like the Glockenspiel in Munich. He was very informative and the demonstration was fun to watch. My brother, who is intellectually disabled, loved taking pictures of many of the clocks that held his interest... for him, that meant anything resembling a statue or with an American theme (flags, eagles, etc). We had fun and wandered through the galleries twice. They also have a nice gift shop.

6. Burning Bridges Antiques Market

304 Walnut St Corner of Walnut & 3rd, Columbia, PA 17512-1117 +1 717-684-7900 http://www.burningbridgeantiques.com/
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Burning Bridges Antiques Market

3 FLOORS FILLED WITH TREASURES! Visit the most exciting and innovative Antiques Market in the area. Burning Bridge Antiques Market features hardwood floors, pressed tin ceilings, limestone walls, chestnut millwork and amazing windows! OPEN EVERYDAY! (with the exception of major holidays) Over 200 dealers and hundreds of consignors Plenty of free off-street parking Convenient access for loading Gift cards available Climate Controlled Large, clean restrooms Experienced sales staff Warm & friendly atmosphere Furniture, architectural, jewelry, glassware, oddities of all kinds.

Reviewed By onehotdj

This is no doubt a real deal antique shop. The goodies here are many an varied. Something for any shopper. Surprisingly prices are comparable to other shops,but bargins abound.

7. Rivertowne Antique Center

125 Bank Ave, Columbia, PA 17512-1445 +1 717-684-8514 [email protected] http://www.RivertowneAntiques.com
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Rivertowne Antique Center

Rivertowne Antique Center located in Historic Columbia, PA by the banks of the Susquehanna River. Providing antique hunters with a great destination experience, Rivertowne is housed in a restored tobacco warehouse listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. A pleasant environment that is clean, climate controlled and brightly lit for your shopping enjoyment. Two floors full of furniture, primitives, Americana, glassware, folk art, textiles, stoneware, decorative smalls and more.

8. Tollbooth Antique Marketplace

215 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA 17512-1153 +1 717-684-5555 [email protected] http://www.tollboothmarket.com/
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Tollbooth Antique Marketplace

A multi-building former industrial warehouse complex full of Antiques, Furniture and Collectibles at wholesale prices. Ample Parking and Truck Docks. OPEN 7 DAYS

9. Mullen Books

121-123 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512-1112 +1 717-618-0481 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/mullenbooks/?ref=nf&hc_ref=ARQ69XJGE3aRfDuOkpnUi7iIAZYE4ufv8BkW11ibhWtGD8QSpMr4UQVfet7Ff1nRdew&__tn__=%3C-R
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Mullen Books

Reviewed By tom-jm-poet - Mount Joy, United States

What a wonderful bookstore. I wandered in the stacks quite some time. These folks have titles I haven’t seen in years. I think anything that you wanted that had to do with art and architecture from Europe, Asia, or America is in the store. It lifts the soul being around this much art and analysis. Walked out with a great book on Grandma Moses, and also on Edward Hicks. I want to use them to help establish my voice in my watercolors.

10. Historic Columbia Market House

15 S 3rd St, Columbia, PA 17512-1404 +1 717-449-4731 [email protected] http://www.columbiamarkethouse.com
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4.0 based on 3 reviews

Historic Columbia Market House

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