The Costumer to Relocate to State Street in 2027
The historic theatrical supplier will move its retail outlet from Mohawk Harbor to the downtown Center City building.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Founded in 1917, The Costumer will shift its retail operations to 415 State Street in 2027. The company will keep its existing headquarters on Barrett Street as it transitions from its current Mohawk Harbor location.
Why it matters
The company chose the downtown location to position its retail storefront closer to the Jay Street Marketplace and four local theaters. This relocation aligns its primary customer-facing outlet with the heart of the city's performing arts district.
The Costumer ships more than 50,000 theatrical costumes annually from its base. The business, founded in 1917, will occupy the space at 415 State Street currently leased by CVS.
The players
The Costumer
This long-standing business has provided theatrical costumes and supplies since its founding.
The details
The firm will sublet the former CVS space within the Center City building, with renovations supported by grant funding. The business intends to maintain its operations at Mohawk Harbor throughout the entirety of the 2026 holiday season.
Timeline
The Costumer was founded in 1917.
Operations will remain at Mohawk Harbor through the 2026 holiday season.
The retail outlet will relocate to 415 State Street in 2027.
Market Landscape
The move follows the development of the Jay Street Marketplace and seeks to capture foot traffic from the area's ongoing downtown revitalization. This shift positions the company to compete more effectively for theater-goers who prioritize proximity to performance venues.
Local shoppers and theater performers will gain easier access to costume services by 2027 as the business moves into the downtown core. The company plans to continue its current service level at its Mohawk Harbor location until the move occurs.
The takeaway
The relocation marks a significant shift for a century-old institution into the center of the local theater district. Residents should note that current services remain at Mohawk Harbor for the remainder of the 2026 season before the transition.
Further reading
For more news on local business changes, visit the Schenectady Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NEWS10 ABC.
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