The Christ Child Society Opportunity Shop - Washington, DC

06/23/2026

The Op Shop will be closed from Friday, July 3 through Tuesday, July 7 and will reopen on Wednesday, July 8 with normal hours (12-5 PM).

Our online shop is always open: www.opshopdc.com

A piece this special deserves prime real estate in our shop window.

This late 19th-century hand-painted chest features the six-masted S.S. Wyoming, a workhorse of the East Coast coal trade in the early 1900s.

Georgetown itself began as a bustling port town, with ships carrying goods along the Potomac long before Wisconsin Avenue became known for shopping.

Painted with ports of call from around the world, this remarkable piece feels right at home just a few blocks from the waterfront. ⚓️

Visit us in Georgetown or shop online. Please note that the framed print pictured here already sold (!) but we have more nautical inspired art for you to browse.

06/22/2026

Since 1933, the Opportunity Shop has been a Georgetown treasure, offering carefully curated antiques, fine art, jewelry, sterling silver, crystal, collectibles, unique home décor, designer accessories and so much more.

The Shop is supported by dedicated volunteers and proceeds from every donated or consigned item support the programs of Christ Child Society DC | Nonprofit Serving Children Since 1887, helping meet the material, educational, and emotional needs of children and families throughout our community.

Whether you’re searching for a one-of-a-kind treasure, furnishing a home with character, or simply looking for a way to give back, every purchase helps create opportunities for local children.

06/22/2026

06/19/2026

A piece this special deserves prime real estate in our shop window.

This late 19th-century hand-painted chest features the six-masted S.S. Wyoming, a workhorse of the East Coast coal trade in the early 1900s.

Georgetown itself began as a bustling port town, with ships carrying goods along the Potomac long before Wisconsin Avenue became known for shopping.

Painted with ports of call from around the world, this remarkable piece feels right at home just a few blocks from the waterfront. ⚓️

Visit us in Georgetown or shop online. Please note that the framed print pictured here already sold (!) but we have more nautical inspired art for you to browse.

06/17/2026

When John Shaw retired, he had time on his hands. Now, he has tarnish. 🍴🪙🥄

A longtime silver collector, former diplomat, and dedicated Op Shop DC volunteer, John serves as our Silver Polisher and Assessor, helping identify, evaluate, and care for the remarkable pieces that pass through the shop.

In this interview, John shares a bit about American coin silver—its history, craftsmanship, and what collectors look for when evaluating these fascinating early American pieces.

We’re grateful for the expertise, curiosity, and stories John brings to the Op Shop. 🪙

06/16/2026

Swipe through for Jocelyne’s curated painting picks. 🖼️

Highlights include “Giverny Waterlilies” (1/12) by Paul Hennesy, former president of the Washington Society of Landscape Painters, and “Quiet Roar” (12/12) by Catherine Yi-yu Cho Woo, whose poem “Tian Tian Tian Lan” later became a chart-topping song in Taiwan and remains a Mandopop classic.

That’s the beauty of secondhand art: every piece brings a little history, character, and conversation into your home.

Shop online and call us about shipping options or choose in-store pickup in Georgetown.

06/12/2026

They don’t make them like they used to… 👜

From iconic vintage bags to beautifully crafted clutches, wallets and accessories, these preloved designer pieces all have a new story to tell. Each one has been generously donated or consigned and is now waiting for its next owner.

The best part? Every purchase supports the programs of Christ Child Society DC, helping local children and families.

👛 Shop online (via website or Instagram Shop)
📦 We ship nationwide!
📍 Visit us in Georgetown

Which one would you take home? Tell us your favorite in the comments.

06/09/2026

Every week, our team is sourcing exceptional consignments and donations, photographing new arrivals, researching provenance, and filling both the shop and our online store with one-of-a-kind finds.

Right now, two pieces have us especially excited:

⚓ The S.S. Wyoming Chest: a late 19th-century hand-painted captain's chest celebrating the six-masted schooner Wyoming, the longest wooden ship ever built. Constructed in Bath, Maine in 1909, the vessel stretched nearly 450 feet from boom to boom and carried coal along the East Coast before being lost in a storm off Cape Cod in 1924. A remarkable piece of maritime history.

🐎 An 18th-Century Equestrian Leather-Clad Trunk: richly detailed and full of character, this rare painted trunk sits atop a later stand and brings together centuries of craftsmanship, travel, and equestrian tradition.

Shop online: opshopdc.com

06/02/2026

Kenneth G. Peter’s new book “Georgetown’s Retail Past” devotes five pages to Op Shop DC! Pages 176-180. The Op Shop has been open at this location since the 1930s.

Large Tulipiere, early twentieth century figural lamp, and “View of Lytkarino” oil painting can be seen in the background and are tagged below.