Antiquing in LOUISIANA
Baton Rouge
Aladdin's Lamp, 2714 Government St. Baton Rouge, LA 70806. A little bit of everything in
this interesting shop. Lots of collectibles which change daily as some move out and others take
their place. Antique furniture, lamps, glassware and jewelry give the browser lots to look at.
Open 9-5 M-F; 10-5 Sat. 504-927-7420.
Breaux Bridge
Precious Past Antiques, 202 E. Bridge St., Breaux Bridge, LA 70517. Circa 1895 building
located in the downtown historic district by Cafe Des Amis. Antique furniture, primitives,
estate jewelry, linens, architectural items, and interesting pieces from the past. Walking
distance to great restaurants, B & B Inns and 6 other antique shops. Open Tues-Sun 10-4.
318-332-4361. I-10 exit #109. 9/98
Covington
Chime Antiques,
125 N Theard St., Covington, LA 70433. In business for 27 years, this shop
features fine and select estate jewelry. With an inventory of 900 rings and more than 100
bracelets, the store can boast the largest inventroy of estate jewlery in Covington. The large
store also carries antique porcelain and glass and a variety of other collectibles. Open M-Sat
10-4:30. Closed Sundays. 504-892-8836.
Darrow
The Village Peddler,
3138 Hwy. 44, Darrow, LA (7 mi. S. of I-10). Specializing in vintage clothing, linens, croched
bedspreads, baby items, post cards, glass, etc. Located on grounds of Tezcuco Plantation home,
restaurant, bed & breakfast. Open daily 9-5. Phone 504-562-3929. 5/99
Homer
Aunt Miriam Antiques,
Miriam Johnson, owner, located at 402 N. Main St., Homer, LA 71040.
Fine antiques in mahogany, rosewood, walnut, cherry and oak. Handle a nice line of glass. In
business 25 years. Open Wed. & Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-4:40. By appointment Mon., Tues. & Thurs.
Please make appointments by phone after 7 PM. Call 318-927-6745, hm 318-927-2851. 7/99
Lafayette
Auntie Em's, 410 Jefferson Blvd., Lafayette, La 70501. Specializing in country and
Victorian, this adorable home is divided with each speciality displayed on either side of the
home. Anything for the home can be found here with linens, small glass , lamp and statue and
other decorative items making a visit here pleasurable. Open W-Sun 10-5. 318-233-9362.
New Orleans
Antiques Unlimited, 2929 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115. Specializing in 18th & 19th
century light European pine antiques, this shop also offers visitors custom built furniture made
from Louisiana cypress and pine. Old doors are recycled for their wood to become customer built
furniture which looks old but is new. A few decorator pieces also. Open 9-5:30 M-Sat.
504-891-9948.
Ponchatoula
Carriage House Antiques, Hwy. 22 W., Ponchatoula, La 70454 - 1 mile west of I-55, Exit 26.
Nine roooms of furniture, crystal, china, clocks and collectibles. Open Monday - Saturday 9:30
a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sunday 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. Phone (504) 386-2449. 6/98
Shreveport
Buchanan's Antique and Collector's Market, Bossier Civic Center, Bossier City, LA. Over
140 indoor spaces filled with quality dealers from across the United States. A great show for
anyone looking for a large selection of fine antiques and collectibles at affordable prices.
Upcoming shows: June 6-7, Sept. 12-13 & Nov. 7-8. Show hours Sat. and Sun. 9-5. Take I-20 over
River Bridge to Benton Road in Bossier City. (405) 478-4050.
Fetzer's Interiors & Antiques, 711 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge, La 70806. This
sophisticated yet friendly place offers antique French and English furniture, mostly 18th & 19th
century. An interior design service is offered also. Open M-F 10-5. 504-927-7420.
Antique Emporium, 4347 Perkins Rd., Baton Rouge La 70808. A 12,000 sq.ft. mall with just
about everything. 15 dealers offer collectibles, antiques, decorative items and a new assortment
of items each week. Open 10-6 T-Sun. 504-344-5856.
Eagle's Nest Antiques, 5127 Perkins Rd., Baton Rouge, La 70810. Specializes in American
antiques including a good number of Empire and Victorian pieces. Old quilts, more than 30 of
them, is also a rare find. Linens, china and other collectibles fill up five rooms. Visitors
can also peruse the large warehouse in the back. Open Wed-Sun 10-5. 504-753-4748.
Chocolate Tulips,
714 E Rutland St., Covington, LA 70433. A fun place for young and old,
this store features a lovely collection of antique china, antique and reproduction furniture and
giftware. Candles, silver and chandeliers complete the picture. Housed in a lovely renovated
home, visitors will love the ambiance and variety of the old and the new. Open M 10-2; T-F 10-5;
Sat 10-4. Closed Sunday. 504-893-5506.
Ruins & Relics, 900 Evangeline Dr. Lafayette, La 70501. 7,000 sq. ft. of furniture and
accessories, all antiques. Owned by one dealer, this selection is a collectors' dream. Also
carries porcelain, china and sterling. Sells to the trade and to the public. Open 10-5 M-Sat;
1-4:30 Sunday. 318-233-9163.
Blackamore Antiques, Inc., 324 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70130. Bringing in the crowds
this season is the usual collection of ancient Chinese antiquities including a number of tomb
figures ranging in size from several inches to giant. The shop also offers 20th century American
art and pottery. 20th century signed costume jewelry, and 18th & 19th century furniture and
porcelain from France, China and England. Open 10:30-4:30 M-Sat. Closed Sundays. 504-523-7786.
Dixon & Dixon, 237 Royal St. New Orleans, LA 70130. Features Antiques and fine antique
paintings. Specializes in English and French Provincial furniture which will bring a smile to
the faces of collectors and browsers. Dixon also owns a similar shop at 329 Royal St. Both are
worth a look. Open 9-5:30 7 days a week. 504-524-9861.
French Antique Shop, 225 Royal St. New Orleans, La. 70130. A wonderful collection of 18th
century French furniture housed on three floors of a four story building. Lots of country and
ornate pieces along with mantles, chandeliers and other treasures. Open 9-5 M-F; Sat 9:30-4:30.
504-524-9861.
Trail's End Antiques,
157 East Pine St. There is something for everyone here. You'll
encounter a wide variety of Coke and beer memorabilia both old and collectible. Ethnic and
western memorabilia, tin signs, glassware - elegant to crock bowls, and furniture from Victorian
to primitive. Hours are 10-5 Mon-Sat, 12-5 some Wednesdays, Sun 12-5. For more info call
504-386-5776.
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