The Christmas Attic Closes After Nearly 50 Years In Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA — The Christmas Attic, a staple on South Union Street in Alexandria for nearly 50 years, has closed. The owners confirmed the closure in a Facebook post.

Alexandria Living Magazine first reported the closure of the family-run business, opened in 1971 by Nita Hobbs-Whitesel in an 18th century tobacco warehouse. Her daughters took over the store after her death in 2006.

Tourists and locals have been known to browse the store, which offered an extensive collection of Christmas ornaments and other collectables throughout the year. Before the business closed, the second floor was dedicated to Christmas collectables, while the first floor's Urban Attic offered decor, accessories, wine and more gift items.

Here is the full statement posted by the owners on Facebook:

Hi everyone. As you may have heard or seen, The Christmas Attic has closed its doors.

My mother Nita opened around 1970 in the corner of the second floor, and I know she could have never imagined it would carry so much happiness for so many people. She would have loved that everyone has continued their tradition to bring their kids and grandkids year after year.

Without all of our loyal, amazing customers, we wouldn’t have made it through the decades (almost 50 years!) I am so proud that the business stayed completely in our family, and I know she would be too.

Enjoy a few old pictures of some of the wonderful people who made The Christmas Attic happen. We have truly loved every moment of it.

With love,

Fay and Chris