John Halenkamp
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This place was seriously awesome. I ended up spending way longer in there than I expected because every corner had something new to check out. It’s three floors of antiques, well, the top one is mostly vintage clothing, but there’s just so much cool stuff packed in that it honestly feels way bigger on the inside than it looks from the street.
They’ve got everything from old furniture and vintage signs to jewelry, artwork, vintage toys and random one-of-a-kind things that just grab your attention. I even found this really neat old tobacco pipe that caught my eye, the kind of thing that makes you stop for a second and imagine the stories behind it.
The staff was super friendly and down to earth, just easy to talk to. You can tell they really care about the place and enjoy being there. There are even a few little spots to sit and take a break between floors, which is nice because you’ll definitely be doing some walking.
It’s in a great area too, right in the middle of the River Market, surrounded by awesome restaurants and spots to grab a drink. There’s actually a place right across the street where you can sit down and relax after exploring, which made it even better.
What I loved most was how much variety there was. Whether you’re into vintage clothes, antique furniture, or unique jewelry, you’re bound to find something that sticks with you. The building itself has a cool old vibe that just fits perfectly with everything inside.
Definitely one of those places worth taking your time in. Even if you’re not out to buy anything, it’s just a great spot to wander, chat, and soak in all the history sitting on those shelves. Highly recommend giving it a walkthrough, you’ll probably walk out with something you didn’t even know you wanted.