Sands of Time Ancient Art
Antique storeSands of Time Ancient Art is a antique store in Washington, DC. You’ll find it at 1002 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007. It’s one of 34 secondhand and resale shops we track in Washington.
The store keeps hours 4 days a week and is closed on Sunday, staying open as late as 6 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Antique dealers price by research, age, and provenance, so expect fewer accidental bargains but far more depth per shelf — furniture, glass, jewelry, and collectibles with real history. Many dealers negotiate on larger pieces, especially for cash.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
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Store information
- Address
- 1002 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007
- Hours
- Monday: ClosedTuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMWednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMThursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMFriday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMSaturday: ClosedSunday: ClosedHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +12023420518
- Website
- sandsoftimedc.com
Getting there
Sands of Time Ancient Art is in Washington, Washington DC.
Get directions38.90294, -77.06295
Before you go
- Bring cash and ask politely whether there is any flexibility on price — many dealers discount 10–20% for cash.
- Check marks, joints, and repairs; a phone photo of the maker’s mark lets you look up comparable sold prices before you commit.
- Measure doorways and your vehicle before falling for a large piece — most antique stores are cash-and-carry.
- It’s closed on Sunday — plan the visit for another day.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sands of Time Ancient Art located?
Sands of Time Ancient Art is located at 1002 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007.
What are Sands of Time Ancient Art’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed. Hours can change — call ahead at +12023420518 to confirm.
Is Sands of Time Ancient Art open on Sunday?
No — Sands of Time Ancient Art is closed on Sunday according to its posted hours.
What kind of store is Sands of Time Ancient Art?
Sands of Time Ancient Art is a antique store in Washington, DC.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Sands of Time Ancient Art?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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