Cambria Station Antiques Ribboncutting
New local business, Cambria Station Antiques, celebrated their Ribbon Cutting & Grand Re-Opening on November 11, 2022.
Cambria Station Antiques aims to provide the region’s best shopping experience and selection for trending vintage and retro treasures as well as classic, timeless antiques. We want every customer to feel there’s a great deal for them each time they visit and to shop in a relaxed, casual atmosphere with friendly staff ready to help. We’re also committed to helping our dealers grow and offer the best selections possible. We want stellar dealers, who in turn make happy customers. Come find your next priceless heirloom at Cambria Station Antiques.
The historic building at 596 Depot Street, NE became an antique store in 1988 as Cambria Emporium then as Charlotte’s Web II Antique Mall in 2018 before becoming Cambria Station Antiques on July 1 2022 when it was purchased by Scott Bandy (of Old New and Primitive Too, handmade custom furniture) and Ken and Heather Vaughan (of Old New River Books). With years of experience, the partners are excited to continue the longstanding tradition as operators of an antique store business. Their vision is to become the best eclectic shopping destination in the New River Valley as well as Christiansburg’s biggest used bookstore.
Many changes have already taken place in the four short months since the trio has owned it. Most obvious is the first floor renovation that has completely opened it back up to add a 2000 square foot used bookstore, a dedicated vintage LP section and an expanded media area while keeping the previous 6 dealer spaces and glass showcase area. A reconfiguration of the second floor has created space for 6 new dealers and a year round Christmas (holiday) room. The Attic or third floor has been brightened up with natural light and additional supplemental lighting to showcase the views and beautiful early 1900’s craftsmanship all while making more organized space for furniture, smalls and art. When visiting the third floor make sure to check out the original elevator system which is original to the store (possibly the first elevator in Montgomery County, VA).
As with so many antique stores, Cambria Station Antiques also utilizes a business model that incorporates many different dealers in one store. “We are grateful for all 18 of the previous store’s dealers to stay with us as we transitioned to Cambria Station Antiques in July. Having veteran dealers with years of experience is a huge asset for our store” says owner, Heather Vaughan. Since then, 7 new additional dealers whose fresh ideas and products are adding to our existing selection. “A lot of consideration is put into selecting the right dealers.”, Heather adds “We search out unique dealers who have exceptional taste and creative display ideas while having a professional vision that aligns with ours”.
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About Cambria Station Antiques, LLC: Cambria Station Antiques in Christiansburg, VA is located at 596 Depot Street, NE, Christiansburg, VA 24073. Telephone is (540) 251-3408. For more information, visit their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/cambriastationantiques), their Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/cambriastationantiques/) or their website at www.cambriastationantiques.com
Josie Bishop
November 17, 2022 @ 9:23 am
In the early 1900’s, my great Uncle John Wesley Moses, was in that building manufacturing his tonic and cough syrup. It was known as Moses Medicine company. And no, it was no approved by the FDA but according to many testimonials, it cured a variety of ills including TB.
Scott Bandy
January 16, 2023 @ 9:37 am
Hi I’m Scott one of the owners. Thanks for the info. I want to do a history of the building when I get a chance and all the businesses that have occupied it