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Important Information


Important Updates Regarding

American Science and Surplus


 

Dear Surpies,

 

    It is with a very heavy heart that we are writing to tell you that it's time to say goodbye. The next two weeks, up until September 7th, will be your final chance to order from us at Sciplus.com and (888-724-7587), as we will be closing our mail order warehouse. This also marks the complete discontinuation of our catalogs. (See below for store info)

 

    This is a very difficult decision for us as for nearly nine decades, this place has been so much more than a company to us. It has been a community built on discovery, invention, friendship, and shared passions. For the last few months, we have been struggling to keep our doors open. Thanks to all of you, we have been able to stay in business, keep team members employed and hang on for a little while longer, but despite the incredible efforts of our team and your unrelenting love and support, our situation has not improved to the point where we can continue.

 

    These next two weeks will be the "Jarvis Farwell Tour",  so please take advantage of the incredible daily deals coming your way. We still have a lot of stock left that we must move from the warehouse, and we want it to find good homes. Also, please be sure to use any gift certificates you have by September 7th, as they will no longer be valid for online redemption after that date.

 

   Stores Future of American Science & Surplus: Great News! While we were unable to find a buyer for the Park Ridge store and will be closing later in September (if interested email patrick@sciplus.com), we do have some good news.

Geneva and Milwaukee could remain open! As part of the closing, we are working on keeping these two stores open by selling them as employee-owned and operated locations.  We are so excited for them to continue the legacy of American Science & Surplus. We will keep you posted if and when we can make this happen!

 

    Thank You: From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. This company was founded over 88 years ago, and I have been lucky enough to be a part of it for 41 wonderful years. We will miss you and this place more than words can express. Thank you for letting us be a part of your lives. If you wish to share your thoughts please send them to Share@sciplus.com. Happy trails and please support our two new small businesses and small businesses everywhere. They need your support!

 

Sincerely and with the deepest appreciation and gratitude,

 

Patrick Meyer & The Entire AS&S Team


Key Dates and Information:
 

- Last Day for Online Orders/Phone Orders: The final date for placing online orders is September 7, 2025, at which time the company's e-commerce website will be permanently deactivated.

 

- Gift Certificate Redemption: The final day to redeem gift certificates online is September 7, 2025. After this date, gift certificates will no longer be valid for online redemption. Please be sure to use them before then.

 

- Refunds and Returns: Effective August 30, 2025, all online/mail order sales are considered final. No returns will be accepted, and no refunds will be issued for purchases made on or after this date. Approved refunds (for earlier purchases and out of stock items) will be processed by September 11, 2025. Customers should allow 7-10 business days thereafter for the funds to be credited to their respective accounts.

 

- Customer Service Availability: Our customer service team will be available to take questions via email or calls until September 12, 2025. After this date, we will no longer be able to assist with inquiries.

 

- Store Locations: We have some good news for you. While we were unable to find a buyer for our Park Ridge location, (Closing later in September) the Geneva and Milwaukee stores could remain open as employee-owned. As part of our closing we are working on selling those stores to become open as employee-owned and operated locations. We are so excited for them to continue the legacy of American Science & Surplus. We will keep you posted on that progress. 

 

If you are interested in purchasing the Park Ridge location, please contact company owner Pat at patrick@sciplus.com

 

To share your stories or surplus experiences with us email share@sciplus.com.

 

Thank you again for an incredible 88 years.