American Science & Surplus is a fun and unique store known for its wide variety of science, surplus, and quirky items. Visitors often find that special something they knew they'd only discover here, and they recognize it immediately. The store is especially praised for having inventory when other places might be sold out, such as solar eclipse glasses available just hours before the eclipse at affordable prices. Customers enjoy exploring the dozen aisles filled with useful, quirky, and interesting products suitable for all ages, making it a great place to find gifts or gadgets for projects. The staff are friendly and helpful, often offering to carry heavy baskets and providing excellent service. Many mention spending hours browsing through the different aisles, admiring the humorous signs, and leaving with multiple items at great prices. Overall, American Science & Surplus is appreciated as a fun, welcoming place to find unusual items, enjoy shopping, and experience a friendly atmosphere.
Love this place.The perfect place to find that something that you knew you'd only find here.You'll know it the minute you find it.You'll say," That is it"....and it is it.
May 2024
Only place to still have solar eclipse glasses 2 hours before the start of the eclipse. Line was 50-60 deep, non-stop. Cheap at 5 bucks for 2 pairs. Thanks for having inventory, and not ripping public off!!!
May 2024
Very friendly staff, true professionals. I didn’t know this place existed, but I’m glad I do now.
