The best antique, thrift & vintage shops in Amherst

“Grey Matter Books is the Hadley labyrinth locals actually enjoy getting lost in, a 5,000-square-foot maze with over 40,000 books on a good day, plus an art room that doubles as a gallery. Thinning your shelves? They’re often buying, just call ahead, and feed both cerebral hemispheres since 1995.”

From the Amherst newsletter, September 29, 2026

“If your closet needs a refresh or your bookshelf could use a surprise, Hospice Shop of the Fisher Home is where Amherst folks find quality secondhand clothing, books, and curios. It’s a nonprofit connected to compassionate end-of-life care in Amherst, so you can feel good about the finds, too.”

From the Amherst newsletter, September 24, 2026

“Since 1976, The Trading Post Amherst has been the spot for vintage, antique, and refinished furniture plus the odd collectible that sparks conversation. Inventory turns fast, so swing by, sift a little, and you might score that just-right, timeless piece your living room didn’t know it needed.”

From the Amherst newsletter, September 17, 2026

“J Austin Antiques is a family owned and operated spot dedicated to the American Arts and Crafts movement, with an ever-changing mix of Mission furniture, art, pottery, lighting, and metal work. If you love pieces with history and integrity, it's an easy place to lose a Saturday.”

From the Amherst newsletter, October 7, 2026