The Coolest Place To Shop In New York, Vidler's 5 & 10 Is A Nostalgic Store In Four Connected Buildings
By Christy Articola|Published July 28, 2022
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Vidler’s 5 & 10 is a gem. This store in East Aurora, New York claims to be the “World’s Largest 5 & 10 Variety Store” and it very well may be. This place is huge, and it has pretty much everything. You can get lost in Vidler’s for hours, and if you have time to do just that, then you should – you’ll be amazed at the wide variety of special things that you find among the aisles. Read on to learn more about this interesting and charming establishment that has been in business for more than 90 years. It’s the coolest place to shop!
Vidler's is a very old and special place that has been serving the western New York town of East Aurora since 1930.
Founder Robert S. Vidler opened his business just as the Great Depression began. At the time, Vidler's was only about 900 square feet in size and it only had two aisles.
Over the years, Vidler's expanded into neighboring buildings. As Vidler's success grew, so did the store. Today, it is almost 20,000 square feet in size.
Although Robert S. Vidler died in 1969 at the age of 79, his family has kept the store running ever since.
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Vidler's has a little bit of everything! The aisles and items go on and on. The upper level is home to eight different departments: Candy, Retro & Collectible, Toys, School & Office Supplies, Seasonal, the "Take a Look Nook" which includes all sorts of interesting things, Bath & Body, and Gifts & Home Decor.
Vidler's 5 & 10 is a very special place. If you get a chance to visit, you'll be glad that you did, and you'll want to return time and time again. The 100th anniversary in 2030 is sure to be a good time - mark it on your calendar now!
