Early Owego Antique Center (formerly J.J. Newberry Co.)
43-45 Lake St, Owego, NY 13827
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PRICE RANGE
Standard Store
STORE SIZE
Store Overview
Early Owego Antique Center is a vast 21,000+ square foot multi-vendor antique mall located in the historic J.J. Newberry Building in downtown Owego, NY. Featuring 95+ vendor booths across two floors, this destination offers an ever-changing inventory of genuine antiques, vintage collectibles, furniture, home decor, jewelry, tools, and memorabilia. Customers consistently report spending hours exploring the diverse selection, from Victorian quilts and 1950s microscope collections to vintage tools, glassware, and unique finds. The friendly, knowledgeable staff and fair pricing make it a beloved regional destination in the Finger Lakes area.
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
TYPICAL VISIT
Half-Day Destination
What Makes This Store Special
Store Features
Multiple Floors
Multi-Vendor
Auctions
Delivery Service
Shipping Available
Historic Building
Customer Insights
9/10
Satisfaction Drivers
Extensive inventory requiring hours to fully explore
82%
Friendly and helpful staff willing to assist
86%
Fair pricing with variety for all budgets
92%
What Customers Love
Vast selection and variety of items across multiple categories
Friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff
Multi-vendor format providing diverse inventory and constant new stock
Areas for Improvement
Pricing perceived as high compared to other antique stores by some customers
Limited hours (closes at 5 PM, not extended weekend hours during holidays)
Staff following customers too closely made some visitors uncomfortable
Overall Customer Sentiment
Overwhelmingly positive and enthusiastic. Customers express joy, nostalgia, and excitement about discoveries. Many describe it as a 'treasure hunt' experience and 'antique paradise.' Strong emotional connection to the historic building and preserved department store details.
Contact Information
Store Hours
Checking hours...
Sunday
Closed