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Tennessee and North Carolina Antique Stores

Tuesday, December 30, 2014


We went to Knoxville to visit several antique stores.  One of our first stops was Antiques & More.

The Fort Chiswell Factory Merchants Outlet in Wytheville, Virginia

Saturday, December 27, 2014

As a kid, my family used to stop by The Fort Chiswell Factory Merchants Outlet in Wytheville, Virginia while passing through the area.  There were never really any BIG stores there.  I remember Bugle Boy, a book store, maybe a cooking store, etc.  It's known for its orange roof.  I've always been curious as to what happened to it and what kind of shape it is currently in.  We decided to go explore and see what the outlet looks like now.


Exploring Bowling Green, KY Stores

Monday, December 22, 2014

This past Saturday, December 13, we had the idea to go to Bowling Green, KY.  We have passed through there before to go to Flea Land (which also has an antique market) and Bright's Antique World as well as a few others. 

That being said, there were a few places we had not been to before, so that was the reasoning for our trip.

Our first stop was in Smiths Grove, KY right outside of Bowling Green.  It was Hidden In The Grove Antiques.  It's name really says everything about its location.  This is a smaller antique store but one worth visiting.  They have a small upstairs section as well.  


Nashville Antique Shopping

Monday, December 8, 2014

Here are some finds from a Saturday antique shopping in Nashville, Tennessee.

1908 Sears Roebuck Catalogue

Exploring Indiana Flea Markets & Peddler Malls

Tuesday, December 2, 2014

This weekend, exploring Indiana Flea Markets and Peddler Malls was on my list.  Scroll below for a recap of the many stores I was able to visit!

Gizmos Galleria

Exploring Another Closing Super K Mart Center

Monday, December 1, 2014

Nearby we found another Super K Mart Center set to close soon, so we had to stop to check it out.


Exploring Shoppers World

Sunday, November 30, 2014

In Indiana we came across a Shoppers World and decided to head inside to explore.


Exploring a Closing Super K Mart

Saturday, November 29, 2014

As we passed through Indiana we came across a soon-to-be closing Super K Mart Center.  These stores are pretty rare these days, so we had to check it out.


Exit 76 Antique Mall

Friday, November 28, 2014

Who remembers Christmas Tree Icicles?

Knoxville Antique Shopping

Saturday, November 1, 2014

  Green Acres Flea Market

Leaving New England

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

It has been a fabulous week in New England, but now it is time to head to the airport.


Mt. Washington Auto Road

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Driving to the top of Mount Washington is our goal for today.  Let's get to exploring!

Hotel

The American Classic Arcade Museum

Monday, October 20, 2014

Today we are going to Weirs Beach to explore The American Classic Arcade Museum and The Funspot.  This place was so neat!  The Funspot had so many games that I remember from my childhood.  I loved this place!


New Hampshire Antique Store

Quechee Gorge Antique Store & Toy Museum

Saturday, October 18, 2014

Today we visited a great little antique store complex.  It is located in the Quechee Gorge Village.


Ben & Jerry's Factory Tour

Friday, October 17, 2014

We are going to the Ben & Jerry's Factory Tour today!


Vermont

Thursday, October 16, 2014

Now we are on our way to Vermont!  I can't wait to see what this state has to offer.


Madame Sherri's Forest

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

We are heading to a special location in the forest today but first we must cross into New Hampshire.


Rhode Island

Tuesday, October 14, 2014

After leaving Plymouth, we headed to Rhode Island for a day trip.

Friendly's for lunch

Plymouth, Massachusetts

Monday, October 13, 2014

Today we are traveling to Plymouth, Massachusetts to see the historic town and Plymouth Rock.

Leaving Boston
  

Salem, Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge, too!

Sunday, October 12, 2014

Today we are driving to Salem, Massachusetts.  We will be visiting several locations in town before heading to Boston and Cambridge later tonight.


Kennebunkport, Maine

Saturday, October 11, 2014

Good morning from beautiful Kennebunkport, Maine.  This town represents everything I imagined Maine to be.

View from our Bed & Breakfast in Kennebunkport

Portland & Freeport, Maine

Friday, October 10, 2014

Tonight we went to Portland, Maine to explore the Downtown area.  Then, we took a short trip to Freeport, Maine to visit the L.L. Bean Store.  

Portland

Visiting Maine Wildlife Park

Thursday, October 9, 2014

We are heading to New England for a week!  During the week, we will visit Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island.  This is the perfect time to visit to see the beautiful leaves changing colors!

Taking off at sunrise

Nashville Antique Finds

Friday, October 3, 2014

Here are some fun finds from Gas Lamp Antiques in Nashville.

Planet of the Apes Poster

Kentucky Peddlers Mall Finds

Sunday, September 14, 2014


This Peddlers Mall was located in an old Walmart.  It was interesting to see those red lines again!

Arkansas Finds

Johnny Cash Boyhood Home

Friday, August 15, 2014

We are heading to Arkansas for the opening of the Johnny Cash Boyhood Home.

Arkansas State Line

Chattanooga Finds

Saturday, August 2, 2014

We headed to Georgia for an event this weekend and stopped at some antique stores, Peddlers Malls, and shopping malls along the way.  Most of the stores are located around the Chattanooga area. Here's some of the fun finds I found:

Burger King Simpsons Dolls

West Tennessee Antique Shopping

Saturday, June 28, 2014

We recently explored antique stores in West Tennessee.  Here are some of my finds:

An awesome Pepsi booth

Touring Barbara Mandrell's Fontanel Mansion

Saturday, June 7, 2014

Today we took a tour of Barbara Mandrell's former home, Fontanel.  The cost per person was $24.

Gift Shop

Forks of Cypress

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Today we visited the Forks of Cypress, a former cotton plantation, near Florence.  In 1966, the main house caught on fire and was destroyed.  What remains has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.


Exploring Nashville-Area Antique Stores

Saturday, May 31, 2014

This weekend I had a chance to explore a bunch of antique stores around the Nashville area.  Here are some of my great finds:

Grand Ole Opry Program and Ticket

Exploring A Closing Kmart

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

I recently explored a Kmart that is closing soon in Tennessee.  Here are the pictures I took:


The Island in Pigeon Forge

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Here's a quick walk-around tour of The Island in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Entrance

Almost Abandoned Pigeon Forge Mall

Saturday, April 26, 2014

The Belz Mall in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee was never a hotspot.  In the 90s and early 00s, the mall was home to liquidation stores, and by the mid 00s, it began to rapidly close most stores.  I recently had a chance to go back and explore this mall, which is still open.  During my visit they were in the midst of renovations.  Very few stores remain.  Since my visit, they have closed off one of the entrances and moved everything down to another entrance.  I can't imagine this mall will be around much longer, but I have said that for quite some time now.  Somehow, it continues to remain open.

The road to the mall

New Orleans Day 5

New Orleans Day 4

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Cypress Bayou Antiques

New Orleans Trip Day 3

Tuesday, April 8, 2014


New Orleans Trip Day 2

New Orleans Trip Day 1

Sunday, April 6, 2014

For the next week, we will be in New Orleans.  Along the way and while in the area, we will explore antique stores, museums, and much more.  Follow along!

Alabama Antique Store Finds:

Kmart and Antique Store Finds

Saturday, March 15, 2014

Finds at a local Kmart that is closing:
Corroded Batteries for sale

Kansas City Trip Day 3

Thursday, March 6, 2014

Today is our last day in Kansas City.  We will be making the trek back home and stopping at antique stores along the way.

Missouri State Line

Kansas City Trip Day 2

Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Today we visited the Kansas City Zoo (by far my favorite zoo I have visited!) and an almost-abandoned mall.  

Kansas City Zoo Entrance

Kansas City Trip Day 1

Tuesday, March 4, 2014

We are going to Kansas City, Missouri for a few days!  Follow along!

Heading out on icy roads

Cumberland Caverns

Saturday, February 22, 2014

Recently we explored Cumberland Caverns and then the surrounding area.  Here's a recap:

Cumberland Caverns Entrance

Helen Keller's Birthplace

Friday, February 14, 2014

Helen Keller's Birthplace, Ivy Green, is located in Tuscumbia, Alabama. We recently took a day-trip down to explore!  There is an admission cost, and at the beginning of the tour, a guide will give you some background information.  Then, you are able to explore the home and grounds on your own. Here's what we saw.


Unclaimed Baggage Center

Saturday, February 1, 2014

Today I am heading to Alabama to visit the Unclaimed Baggage Center.  It is located in Scottsboro, Alabama.  After a long time of not being claimed, lost and unclaimed baggage is sent to this center to be sold.

Arriving in Alabama

Los Angeles Trip - Day 4 - The Oldest Surviving McDonald's, The Grove, and & Leaving LA

Thursday, January 23, 2014

Today we will be visiting several areas around the Los Angeles area (oldest surviving McDonald's, The Grove, The Beverly Center) before leaving and heading back home.  Follow along!

Last view from the hotel

Los Angeles Trip - Day 3 - Bronson Caves, Griffith Observatory, Universal Studios, & Santa Monica

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

A lot is on the list for today!  We will be heading to Bronson Caves (better known as the Batman Cave), Griffith Observatory, Universal Studios, and Santa Monica Pier.  Let's get started!

Breakfast at Ruby's Diner in Commerce

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