Columbia, MO

Downtown District shops

This college town between Kansas City and St. Louis offers antique shopping downtown and in surrounding areas. The University of Missouri influence and central location provide eclectic finds from academic estates and rural farms.

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Best Antique Stores in Columbia, MO

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Ben Franklin

Exceptional fabric selection and variety
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
CraftsFabricsFlorals & Home Decor

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Wide variety of products and unique items not found elsewhere
  • Knowledgeable and helpful staff assistance
  • Reasonable prices and frequent sales

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Items can be pricey/expensive for some customers
  • Store layout can be cluttered; items require searching

Ben Franklin – Wavering's is a beloved craft and home decor store in Macon, Missouri, offering an exceptional selection of fabrics, craft supplies, floral arrangements, and seasonal decorations. This charming small shop packs an impressive inventory into its space, featuring bolted fabrics, DIY project materials, wreaths, garlands, and unique gift items. Customers consistently praise the friendly staff, reasonable prices, and eclectic variety—many describe spending hours browsing and discovering something new with each visit. As one of the last remaining Ben Franklin locations in America, it combines nostalgic charm with updated inventory, making it a destination shop for crafters and decorators throughout the region.

103 N Rollins St, Macon, MO 63552

Crane's Museum & Shops/Marlene's Restaurant

Impressive museum collection and historical displays
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Museum ExhibitsWorkwear & ApparelGeneral Store Items

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Quality food at reasonable prices with generous portions
  • Free museum with extensive antique/historical collection
  • Authentic small-town atmosphere and family-owned charm

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Limited hours (Friday-Saturday only, recently reduced)
  • Cramped space requires supervision for children

Crane's Museum & Shops is a charming roadside destination in Williamsburg, MO combining a free antique museum, general store, Carhartt workwear outlet, and Marlene's restaurant. The museum features an impressive collection of historical artifacts and local memorabilia displayed throughout the compact space. Customers praise the home-cooked food (famous Williamsburger, biscuits, cobbler), reasonable prices, and friendly service. The store offers quality Carhartt and Pendleton products, gifts, and convenience items. Perfect for travelers on I-70 seeking a unique stop with food, shopping, and local history exploration.

10665 Old U, Williamsburg, MO 63388
Open Fri-Sat

Hidden Treasures Consignment & Resale

Friendly and welcoming staff
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$
SPECIALTIES
ClothingVintage CollectiblesHousehold Goods

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Friendly, helpful, and memorable staff (owner remembers customers)
  • Three-floor layout with constantly changing inventory
  • Budget-friendly pricing on quality secondhand items

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Some items perceived as pricey
  • Store can feel cluttered and dusty

Hidden Treasures Consignment & Resale is a three-floor secondhand and consignment shop in Kirksville, MO, offering an eclectic mix of vintage clothing, collectibles, household goods, and furniture. Customers praise the friendly staff, reasonable prices, and vast selection of items ranging from vintage glassware and books to used furniture and clothing. The store operates on a consignment model, allowing customers to sell items, with proceeds benefiting the community. Perfect for treasure hunters seeking unique finds across multiple floors of constantly rotating inventory.

104 W Harrison St, Kirksville, MO 63501
Open Mon-Sat

LOZ Antique Mall

Clean, well-maintained, and well-lit facility
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Antiques & CollectiblesFurniture & Home DecorJewelry & Vintage Items

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Vast selection and variety across multiple categories
  • Clean, bright, spacious environment with good organization
  • Friendly staff and responsive customer service

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Some items priced higher than expected; pricing varies by vendor
  • Mix of true antiques with newer boutique/flea market items

LOZ Antique Mall is Lake of the Ozarks' newest and biggest antique mall, featuring over 180 vendor booths across 18,000 sq ft of well-lit, clean shopping space. Browse an extensive selection of genuine antiques, depression glass, vintage jewelry, collectibles, home decor, art, and handmade crafts from multiple dealers. With booth sizes from 8x8 to 8x14 and competitive pricing, this spacious destination offers something for everyone. Plan for extended browsing time to discover hidden gems throughout the expansive mall.

21 Cave Dr, Eldon, MO 65026

New London Old School Marketplace

Impressive size and selection
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureCollectiblesDecorative Items

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Vast variety of items
  • Friendly staff
  • The experience of exploring the old school building

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Manual checkout process can be slow
  • Some items perceived as overpriced

Housed in a repurposed elementary school, this vast antique mall features room after room of treasures with hundreds of vendor booths filling former classrooms. Visitors will find everything from vintage Pyrex and glassware to mid-century furniture and military collectibles. Plan to spend several hours exploring—many reviewers couldn't see it all in one visit. The unique school building layout adds charm while offering well-organized displays of antiques, vintage items, and some handcrafted goods.

1101 Main St, New London, MO 63459

Off the Hook

Friendly staff
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Large Store
PRICE RANGE
$
SPECIALTIES
CollectiblesFishing GearDecorative Items

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Finding unique items
  • Friendly customer service
  • Constantly changing inventory

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Inconsistent military discount policy
  • Some booths perceived as overpriced

Off the Hook is a deceptively spacious multi-vendor mall that's 'bigger than it looks from the outside.' Featuring an impressive selection of collectibles, vintage fishing gear, and home decor, shoppers routinely spend hours exploring its many booths. The dedicated vinyl record room receives special praise, while seasonal merchandise rotates regularly. Friendly staff and reasonable prices make this a favorite repeat destination for locals and tourists alike.

3797 Osage Beach Pkwy, Ste 2A, Osage Beach, MO 65065
Open Daily

Piney River Antique Mall

Friendly, welcoming staff and excellent customer service
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Large Store
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureCollectiblesVintage Clothing

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Diverse inventory with something for everyone
  • Clean, modern, well-maintained facility
  • Knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful staff

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Controversial no-purse policy causing customer friction and negative experiences
  • Some customers perceive prices as slightly high or overpriced for certain items

Piney River Antique Mall is a veteran-owned multi-vendor antique mall in Rolla, Missouri, featuring over 90 vendors offering a diverse selection of antiques, vintage collectibles, and handmade items. The spacious, well-organized store specializes in furniture, vintage clothing, glassware, and unique collectibles, with new inventory added daily. Customers praise the clean facility, wide aisles, friendly staff, and reasonable prices. Located conveniently off I-44 Exit 179, it's an ideal stop for antique hunters seeking quality treasures with variety and value.

595 Doolittle Outer Rd, Rolla, MO 65401

Richard's Relic Shack

Massive variety and unique selection of items
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$$
SPECIALTIES
Antiques & CollectiblesCoins & BullionJewelry & Artifacts

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Extraordinary variety and eclectic merchandise mix
  • Warm, inviting atmosphere and passionate curation
  • Knowledgeable staff who engage with customers

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • High prices on coins and bullion compared to competitors
  • Cluttered display and excessive inventory

Richard's Relic Shack is a legendary Lake Ozark destination offering an enormous selection of genuine antiques, vintage jewelry, coins, and eclectic collectibles. This vast warehouse-style shop features everything from ancient artifacts and arrowheads to vintage toys, swords, vinyl records, and semi-precious stones. With over 30 years in business, the store is known for its passionate curation, knowledgeable staff, and incredible variety—customers report needing multiple visits to see everything. Located on the Bagnell Dam strip, it's a must-stop for tourists and locals seeking unique historical pieces and one-of-a-kind finds.

1192 Bagnell Dam Blvd, Lake Ozark, MO 65049
Open Fri-Sat

Rolla Antique Mall

Massive selection and variety of items across multiple categories
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureCollectiblesBooks

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Vast inventory and treasure-hunting experience
  • Friendly staff assistance and customer service
  • Fair pricing and variety of items for different interests

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Owner/management professionalism issues (rudeness, unprofessional behavior reported by multiple customers)
  • Some booths appear cluttered or neglected; building aesthetics could be improved

Rolla Antique Mall is a massive two-story antique destination featuring nearly hundreds of vendor booths packed with diverse treasures. Customers rave about the enormous selection spanning vintage furniture, collectibles like Star Wars memorabilia and beanie babies, books, vinyl records, jewelry, and home decor. The well-organized layout with wide aisles makes browsing comfortable, and staff offer assistance carrying items. Plan for several hours to explore both floors—most visitors recommend wearing comfortable shoes and grabbing a cart. With fair to mid-range pricing and constantly changing inventory from multiple vendors, there's something for every collector and treasure hunter.

The Encore Emporium

Excellent customer service and friendly staff
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureAntiquesVintage Items

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Diverse vendor selection and treasure-hunting experience
  • Exceptional cleanliness and organization
  • Welcoming, knowledgeable, and helpful staff

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Some items priced higher than perceived value
  • Restroom facilities outdated and not handicap accessible

The Encore Emporium is a large antique mall in Hannibal, MO featuring over 60 vendors with an eclectic mix of antique furniture, vintage items, and collectibles. Customers praise the well-organized layout, cleanliness, and friendly staff. The spacious store with wide aisles is wheelchair accessible and pet-friendly, offering layaway services. With constantly changing inventory across numerous booths, visitors can easily spend hours browsing. Fair to mid-range pricing with exceptional customer service makes it a destination worth the visit.

315 S 3rd St, Hannibal, MO 63401
Open Daily

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Best Times to Visit

  • Season: April-October (best weather, students present)
  • Parking: Moderate downtown - use garages; easy elsewhere

Shopping Tips

  • First Fridays downtown include antiques.
  • Student moves May/August provide opportunities.
  • Many shops closed Mondays.
  • Rocheport 15 minutes west offers antiques with river views.

Dining Options

  • Numerous restaurants in Columbia, MO area
  • Plan a full day trip with dining
  • Local cafes and eateries nearby

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