Sift through novelty toys, STEM kits and more at American Science and Surplus

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) --Christmas is just two days away. If you're still pondering the perfect gift for someone, American Science and Surplus in Milwaukee might just have it. The store has more than 5,000 items in inventory, from STEM kits for all ages to novelty items and military surplus goods. 

Patrick Meyer, the owner of American Science and Surplus, says the store started as a military surplus supply store decades ago. Today, it's known as a place to find classic toys and things you can't usually find on shelves. 

"We have a bunch of classic toys, including classic gyroscope, drinking bird, we have original slinky, things like that-- whoopie cushions," said Meyer. "We run the gamut, it’s all over the board." 

The store is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Christmas Eve.