1. American Science & Surplus
6901 W. OKLAHOMA AVE. | 414-541-7777
Usually when someone says “this store has something for everyone,” they’re exaggerating. In this case, they absolutely are not. American Science and Surplus is overflowing with weirdness. You could spend an entire day exploring aisles to find anything from a rubber chicken to squirrel underwear to a science and engineering builder’s kit.
It’s time to pick your Milwaukee favorites for the year!
2. Art Smart’s Dart Mart
1695 N. HUMBOLDT AVE. | 414-273-3278
We love this store’s name! It’s the place to go for whoopee cushions, fake vomit, wind-up chattering teeth and tons of goofy gags you won’t get anywhere else. It also carries disc golf supplies, kites, boomerangs and more.
3. Rainbow Booksellers
5704 W. VLIET ST.; 414-774-7205
Do you like adventures? Fairy tales? Science fiction? Whatever your favorite, you’ll find a book to love at this kids bookstore painted like a giant bookshelf. It’s only open Wednesdays and Saturdays.
4. Winkie’s Toys & Variety
629 E. SILVER SPRING DR., WHITEFISH BAY | 414-964-2131
Kids have loved this little toy store for over 50 years. It has it all: games, sports equipment, art supplies and plenty of colorful toys.
5. Fischberger’s Variety
2445 N. HOLTON ST. | 414-263-1991
It’s an adventure every time you shop at this quirky little store stocking craft supplies, board games, action figures and much more.
