Beloved Store in Hot Springs, Arkansas Closing After 35 Years

Did you hear that one of Hot Springs, Arkansas's most beloved stores is closing after 35 years?

🎠Toy Chest Closing

🎠Closing for Retirement

🎠Unique Toys and Gifts

The Toy Chest Downtown Hot Springs

The Toy Chest, located at 348 Central Avenue across from Bathhouse Row in the heart of historic downtown, is a family-owned and operated store that has been making memories for many families for 35 years. Not only has the Toy Chest become a favorite for the community but families from all over the states would visit this charming toy store when in Hot Springs. Since 1989 the Marcus family has been offering customers a treasure trove of unique vintage toys that conjure up childhood memories.

For example, the shelves are always stocked with timeless classics such as the Rubik's Cube, wooden train sets, colorful puppets, children's books, board games, and mesmerizing puzzles. Of course, the Toy Chest also features some of the newest and trendiest popular toys for children.

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Walking around in the Toy Chest is like a trip back in time when families would gather and shop for that special toy or gift, especially during the holiday season. There has to be something special about owning a toy store and seeing the smiles it brings to people of all ages and walks of life.

Planning for Retirement

According to Fun in Arkansas, when Anne Marcus who has been with the store from the beginning announced they were closing the community support was overwhelming and bittersweet.  After three decades and a ton of memories the closing wasn't financial it was simply about retiring from this one-of-a-kind toy store that has brought joy to so many families in Hot Springs and abroad.

The Marcus family hopes that someone will purchase the business and keep the legacy alive for many years to come. The Toy Chest is listed for sale at $1.499 million and buyers have the option of buying the remaining inventory of the store which will be closing soon or until all the inventory is sold.

If interested in the property please call Shelly McDonald at First Choice Realty at 501- 617-3400.