Olde Towne Benton Flea Market, Antiques & Collectibles — Attraction in Benton

The ladies we encountered here were the nicest. We stopped in on a whim and I'm glad we did. We were looking around at places for dining table chairs that were mismatched for a table I built. As we walked through the store I spotted two chairs that looked familiar. I couldn't believe my eyes as I approached them. These were two of the six chairs I knew from my childhood. These belonged to my grandpa and his wife. I knew them from when his wife reupholstered the seats. They are 100% the two armed chairs that set at each end of the table. He passed in 1997 and his wife and the family had a falling out. After she passed in 2017 no one in my family knew it. The house was cleaned out and abandoned. I happened to get curious and drive out one day to find it completely abandoned and was able to buy it. It had only my grandpa's desk, some of his tools and car parts, my childhood bed, and an door pedal antique Singer sewing machine that's been in the family for 100 years. Imagine finding two chairs at Olde Towne that had once set in my home, and that one of which was my grandpa's seat at the table. They struck up conversation about the chairs and when I told them two of the six we bought had been in the family and one was my grandpa's actual seat, they gave me a discount. They are the absolute most friendliest and caring people you can buy from. They aren't there just to sell you stuff, and the place is full of all kinds of great things. They like to talk to the people and make connections and tell stories. We'll be back often. We love these type of stores and the fact that they show compassion makes the shopping experience so much more enjoyable. If they read this, thank you for everything. The smiles, the friendly demeanor, and making us feel so welcome. This place will always be a top spot to...

Be prepared to spend a few hours in this place...lots to see.. Great way to spend a rainy day.

• Those who collect vintage Corningware must visit here...Kelly (owner) has a huge variety of quality, collectible pieces.*

• UPDATE *

After a short visit to the shop today.. unbelievably beautiful! Kelly and her husband have been busy this winter acquiring more pieces. If you are a collector of vintage glass, or just enjoy beautiful things from "the good ol' days", you are missing out if you haven't been to this shop. If you are in need of a gift for that special someone... hostess gift... teacher.. You will find so many options that are fairly priced, and represented by most of the major brands.

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This flea market, antique shop has something for anyone & everyone. My Pops & I spent over an hour in this place and from the second we walked in we were taken down memory lane.... found things old, new, & everything in between. The owner was very polite from hello to good-bye. I found a beautiful antique dresser & yes I bought it, it was on sell. They have apple butter pecan too, divine 😉. A must go to if you're into fleas...