They don’t make things quite like they used to! In some scenarios, that’s a good thing but for things like furniture, toys, and art, new isn’t always improved. Antique and vintage items hold a special kind of magic and nostalgia that often cannot be replicated in today’s market. For those of us that prefer the style and quality of a bygone era, there is a definite element of thrill in hunting for antiques and collectibles. In the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula areas, there are a plethora of prime antiquing locations, so grab a pair of comfortable shoes, make room in your car trunk, and head to any of these locations to score a few gems today!
Nestled in the heart of the Kilmarnock Steptoe’s District is the Kilmarnock Antique Gallery. With over 22,000 square feet and over 100 dealers, you are guaranteed to find treasures around every corner.
Voted Eastern Virginia’s best Antique’s Mall for the past 10 years, this must-visit destination has it all! Some of their offerings include sterling silver, painted furniture, home decor, nautical items, art, and more. Their impressive oyster plate collection really steals the show and is a must-see for collectors. They also house one of the largest displays of tall case clocks on the East Coast.
The Kilmarnock Antique Gallery is located at 144 Main Street in Kilmarnock. Plan to stop in and spend a few hours browsing and exploring. For more information about the Kilmarnock Antique Gallery click here or visit their Facebook page here.
Do you love the thrill of a live auction but prefer to shop from the comfort of your own home? Big Red’s Auctions and Flea Market makes antiquing easy with their regular online auctions and estate sale events. When the initial wave of COVID-19 hit our area, the Big Red Flea adapted and seized the opportunity to go virtual. Every event offers a different assortment of items. No matter what you collect or are interested in, chances are, you can find it at a Big Red Auction!
You can find details and descriptions for all Big Red Auctions printed regularly in the Rappahannock Record.
To check out the latest online event click here or visit their Facebook page here.
Currently, their physical location remains closed.
Commonwealth Antiques and Appraisals
Estate sales are another great way to find antique treasures. Every sale has different items for different tastes and there is great potential for finding good deals on interesting items. Commonwealth Antiques and Appraisals specializes in on-location estate sales around the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula areas. Take a walk through beautiful homes and shop the owner’s personal collections. There’s no limit to what you might find and there is a fun element to exploring someone else’s home and lifestyle.
Founder Henry Lane Hull has been appraising antiques, books, paintings, and decorative arts for the past four decades and has a wealth of knowledge to share.
Details and descriptions of upcoming sales can be found printed in both the Rappahannock Record and the Southside Sentinel.
Photos and other information can also be found on their Facebook page here or on their website here.
If you have driven through Tappahannock at any point in recent years, it’s likely that the menagerie of larger-than-life statues and lawn ornaments that decorate the front of Acme Antiques may have caught your attention. Acme is the biggest antique and collectible shop in the Tappahannock area and they offer a plethora of vintage, collectible, and gift items. Their eye-catching displays add a whimsical touch to the shopping experience. The multi-vendor shop is open daily and is certainly worth a trip. They even have their own old-fashioned ice cream parlor!
Acme is located at 608 Church lane in the heart of historical Tappahannock. To learn more about Acme and to see photos of select items visit their Facebook page here.
The Urbanna Flea Market has been offering up quality antiques and collectibles in the Middlesex area for 18 years! Their 5,000 square foot showroom is packed with treasures and items to explore. They also offer occasional onsite estate sales. The multi-vendor shop is open Thursday through Sunday and is a perfect place to add to your weekend antiquing bucket list. For more information about the Urbanna Flea Market visit their Facebook page here.
