It's hard to explain Building Character. Is it a kitschy thrift store? Yes. Is it a local art dealer. Also yes. Is it someplace you could spend all day and still not see everything? Absolutely yes. If you are anywhere near Lancaster, just make the trip to Building Character. It's amazing.
October 2023
wonderful for local artists to sell their products. They have everything, from plants, to shirts, to jewelry, and wooden decor. I can get lost in this store from all of the cute finds.
August 2023
Building Character always host a ton of gifts to choose. You never know what unique items you'll find here. retro items, repurposed furniture, candles and more.
BUiLDiNG CHARACTER is Downtown Lancaster's largest retail destination and our mission is simple: offer vintage, recycled and handmade goods at great prices. Inventory at our 60+ independent shops changes quickly, so it's best to stop in often. At any time you'll find architectural salvage, recycled name-brand clothing and accessories, furniture, locally made jewelry, gifts and cards, antiques and collectibles, and original works. We also showcase live local music every first and third Fridays. Make sure you have time to learn the craft of letterpress printing, which can be experienced through demonstrations Thursday through Sunday at the Heritage Press Museum located within BUiLDiNG CHARACTER.
We are open 7 days a week.
