Get Your Antique Fix on Route 66
On the hunt for antiques, collectibles and special home décor? Take a road trip along The Last Hundred Miles of Route 66 in southwest Illinois and discover a treasure trove of quaint one-of-a-kind gems. Historic buildings are converted into shops. Storefronts with interesting window displays beckon shoppers to enter. Large spaces filled with treasures of all sizes and shapes invite everyone to browse. Flea markets showcase items from many decades and dealers. Smaller repurposed spaces provide that more personalized shopping experience. Be sure to set time aside for specialty shopping along the Mother Road. Let this be your guide in planning your next antique adventure.
Edwardsville
The Doll Corner has everything doll collectors desire on the first floor and a haven for antique collectors in the second floor gallery.
Vintage 71 offers home décor, shabby chic, industrial and rustic designs, new merchandise plus frequent additions to inventory.
Collinsville
Antiques and Accents by Vadna brings together items from the past in an eclectic inventory that is sure to please even the most discriminating shopper.
Re-Find Relics offers curated antiques, collectibles, thrift finds and unique treasures.
Livingston
The Pink Elephant Antique Mall — located in the former Livingston High School building — showcases the wares of more than 50 antique dealers in addition to serving food at a working diner and preserving an exciting collection of oversized outdoor statues.
Carlinville
Located on the town’s central square, Historic Treasures showcases precious antiques and other collectibles in a well-preserved downtown building.
Mother Road Antique Mall offers a variety of antique and vintage goods for anyone’s style or needs.
Willow Antiques, Vintage, Art features a carefully curated selection of treasures designed to appeal and please the discriminating shopper.
Litchfield
Collectors and shoppers love to browse all things vintage, antique and unique at Lighthouse Antique Mall with more than 60 vendors and 75 booths.
Find antiques, books, furniture — both untouched and restored — and many more treasures at Phyllbena’s Antiques.
Virden
Country Crock Antiques and Gifts is the place to find a charming selection of small antiques and unique gifts, all under one roof with 11 talented vendors.
Raymond
Find quality antiques, vintage and unique items with every shopping excursion to Twisted Whiskers Antiques.
Worden
The Chirping Frog is a vibrant antique mall with 80 different vendors offering vintage, home décor, collectibles, antiques and artisan products.
Flea Markets
For that one-stop search on the antique shopping journey, be sure to check out the excellent flea markets located in Southwest Illinois.
At Edwardsville Flea Market, find needs, wants and luxuries in the ever-changing inventory.
Granite City’s Historic Route 66 Flea Market offers quality items at bargain prices in a nostalgic setting to recall the past and the Mother Road.
Homestead Flea Market in Bethalto features over 6,000 square feet of unique and one-of-a-kind items.
The Riverside Flea Market in the heart of downtown Grafton combines shopping adventures with riverfront views and local vibes.
Litchfield Indoor Flea Market is a special shopping experience, open the 2nd and 4th weekends of every month only.
Route 66 Flea Market and Storage in Staunton, located on historic Route 66, offers new finds and rare antiques — plus so much more.
Find that pick from the past at Litchfield Pickers Market — every 2nd Sunday, May through October.
Find Your Next Thrifting Spot
The Doll Corner
The Doll Corner offers over 7,000 square feet of merchandise where you will find everything from Collector Dolls and Doll Houses to Bedding and Seasonal Décor. The second floor is an Antique Gallery featuring items such as toys, furniture, pottery and more.
Vintage 71
Vintage 71 offers vintage home decor, shabby chic, industrial and rustic designs, new merchandise plus frequent additions to inventory.
Antiques and Accents by Vadna
Do you love antiques? Are you looking for that unique, one-of-a-kind accent piece for your home? Antiques and Accents by Vadna will have just what you need. Owner Lavadna Hines started her shop out of a lifelong love of things from the past and she offers an eclectic inventory of fine collectibles, primitive antiques, quilts, stoneware crocks, dishes, toys and more.
Re-Find Relics
Re-Find Relics is a vintage and antique shop in Collinsville, offering curated antiques, collectibles, thrift finds and unique treasures.
The Pink Elephant Antique Mall
Located in the former Livingston High School building, the Pink Elephant Antique Mall showcases the wares of more than 50 antique dealers. From floor to ceiling, browse the shelves for a unique find. If you happen to work up an appetite, they have you covered with a quaint diner offering burgers, nachos, sandwiches and refreshments. Save room for ice cream and don't forget to visit the candy and fudge shop!
The Pink Elephant Antique Mall is a must-see stop for travelers exploring Route 66. Pose for pictures with the oversized outdoor statues including the pink elephant, original 1960s Futuro house, authentic "muffler man" and more!
Historic Treasures
Historic Treasures, located on Carlinville's central square, offers antiques, vintage items, and collectibles including kitchenware, cookie jars, salt and pepper shakers, figurines, clothing and shoes, jewelry, old toys, and more. Shop in store, on social media, or utilize in-store pickup at your convenience.
Mother Road Antique Mall
Mother Road Antique Mall is a must stop in Carlinville, offering a variety of antique and vintage goods for anyone's style or needs.
Willow Antiques, Vintage, Art
This lovely local shop features a carefully curated selection of clothing, boots and accessories in the Country Gypsy Rustic Chic Boutique plus coffee and herbal teas, spices, a doggy bakery and so much more. Stop by and stay awhile to browse and buy. There's something for everyone at Carlinville's Willow Antiques, Vintage, Art.
Lighthouse Antique Mall
Collectors and shoppers love to browse all things vintage, antique or unique at Lighthouse Antique Mall, located at Exit 60 on I-55. Over 60 vendors display an exceptional variety of furniture, glassware, toys, books, decor, jewelry and more, neatly arranged in 75 booths for everyone's browsing and shopping pleasure. Inventory changes daily, so be sure to stop by often.
Phyllbena’s Antiques
Phyllbena's Antiques has a little bit of everything- find antiques, books, magazines, and furniture both untouched and restored. Collectibles, glassware, and vintage home décor line the shelves along with locally-made crafts perfect for gifting. Unfinished and salvaged materials, furniture ready to be refinished, architectural pieces, and more are ripe for the picking! Gift certificates are also available for that special antique hunter in your life!
Find Phyllbena's stall at the Litchfield Pickers Market on the 2nd Sunday of each month April- October - Appointments are also welcomed by phone!
Country Crock Antiques and Gifts
Country Crock Antiques and Gifts is the place to find a charming selection of small antiques and unique gifts, all under one roof with 11 talented vendors. Explore the diverse offerings, including delightful coffees, flavorful dips, stoneware, books and so much more. This is a perfect spot to discover treasures that add character to home decor or make the ideal gift.
Twisted Whiskers Antiques, LLC
At Twisted Whiskers Antiques, find only quality antiques, vintage and unique items. Take time and enjoy shopping here!
The Chirping Frog
Almost 80 different vendors offering vintage, home decor, collectibles, antiques and artisan products in this vibrant antique mall.
Historic Route 66 Flea Market
Who doesn't like to find a quality item at a bargain? The Historic Route 66 in Granite City is a complex of various businesses and vendors all imbued with the nostalgia of the Mother Road. Filled to the gills with everything from home décor, electronics, and clothing to antiques, furniture, jewelry, and toys, the Historic Route 66 Flea Market has something for everyone! Find hundreds of DVD's and books, locally crafted items, and more.
Historic Route 66 also hosts auctions, art galleries, and has live music and theater performances throughout the year. Be sure to make a pit stop at Teri's Route 66 Diner for classic diner fare and the Route 66 Kickstand for a drink, pizza, and bar snacks- both are located next door to the flea market!
Homestead Flea Market
The Riverside Flea Market
You won't want to miss this fabulous flea market on the river! Over 60 dealers with all types of goods, antiques glassware, tools, candles, furniture and good old-fashioned junk!
*For this year's Riverside Flea Market Schedule click HERE!
*Interested in being a vendor? Please contact Betsy Allen at (618) 556-7951 or loadingdock@gtec.com
Litchfield Indoor Flea Market
Litchfield Indoor Flea Market is a special shopping experience, open the 2nd and 4th weekends of every month. The inventory is constantly being updated with antiques, glassware and many other treasures. The downtown location makes this store easy to find. Make a note of the upcoming dates and stop by often!
Route 66 Flea Market and Storage
Check out this Flea Market located on Historic Old Route 66. A variety of vendors offer a combination of new finds and rare antiques. The main building is open year-round.
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