BUiLDiNG CHARACTER

BUiLDiNG CHARACTER Downtown Lancaster's largest retail destination is OPEN 7 DAYS! Inventory at our 70+ independent vendor shops changes quickly, so it's best to stop in often.

BUiLDiNG CHARACTER is Downtown Lancaster's largest retail destination and our mission is simple: offer vintage, recycled and handmade goods at great prices. At any time you'll find recycled name-brand clothing and accessories, furniture, locally made jewelry, gifts and cards, collectibles, and original works. We are open 7 DAYS a week and until at least 8pm the first Friday of each month. Make sur

e 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:
10-6 Monday-Friday (EVERY 1st Friday until at least 8 p.m.),
10-6 Saturday,
12-5 Sunday

FREE PARKING at all street meters on Sundays.

The perfect place to spend your long weekend. We can’t wait to see you!
09/05/2026

The perfect place to spend your long weekend. We can’t wait to see you!

09/04/2026

Consider yourself invited…to come to Building Character today!

Henschel Studios creates some of the most beautiful pottery. The colors and simplistic designs stand out and make great ...
09/03/2026

Henschel Studios creates some of the most beautiful pottery. The colors and simplistic designs stand out and make great gifts.

09/02/2026

What else would we be doing on a First Friday in Lancaster, PA?!?

It’s September! Kids are back to school (to prove to dads everywhere that they are no fool). A chill is hitting the air ...
09/01/2026

It’s September! Kids are back to school (to prove to dads everywhere that they are no fool). A chill is hitting the air (lol). Football. Leaves are changing. Building Character and Madcap & Company are open late for First Friday. Stop by and tell us which is better, shampoo or conditioner.

08/31/2026

Which soda do you think is the most “Lancaster”?

08/28/2026

Looking for some fun this weekend? Here are ten reasons to shop Building Character.

Last call for themothpixie 🦋✨ Hannah’s beautiful arrangements and creations are only available for a few more days. If y...
08/27/2026

Last call for themothpixie 🦋✨ Hannah’s beautiful arrangements and creations are only available for a few more days. If you’ve had your eye on something, be sure to stop by this weekend. Thank you so much for sharing your lovely work with us Hannah, we wish you all the best on your next adventure!

08/26/2026

Back to school can be tough.

08/24/2026

Joel goes to wrestling school! Thanks jesus rodriguez for showing us the ropes!

Address

342 Rear & 346 N Queen Street, Warehouses A, B & C
Lancaster, PA
17603

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+17173947201

Website

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