Ogg's Hogan is the real deal, and it's where I start and finish in Prescott!
I've traveled from California a few times, specifically, to peruse Jeff's collection of quality artisan works. My sage advice—if you see something you like, buy it, as it likely won't be there when you come back. I've learned the hard way.
Jeff Ogg is as much a historian as a trader, and his depth of knowledge and tactile experience is a rare find these days. Jeff deals in traditional ways, face-to-face, and only with quality, authtentic one-of-a-kind weavings, handmade silver, and leatherwork. Ogg's Hogan's collection of historical material culture is extensive and worthy of museum status (but without the "hands-off" museum experience). Best of all, his inventory is not overly shiny and prettied up—it's raw and as-found, in all the best possible ways. Personally, I want to feel the soul of the maker when I acquire a piece, and you definitely do here.
Jeff is not going to be a hard salesperson. He'll sit back and let you roam. And if you're lucky enough to be around when "the men" are in the back with him, you may overhear some great storytelling.
I rarely write reviews but felt compelled to in this case because in our current consumer-based world, it is so damn refreshing to find a guy like Jeff, and a shop like Ogg's Hogan. There is absolutely nothing pushy here. His prices are fair, so go and enjoy. Don't let the streetside facade fool you. This is one of the last glimpses into what an old trading post...
Read moreSometimes things get under my skin , this was the place the day 03/08/22 . We own a hunting lodge on Kodak, Alaska and are on a shopping trip throughout Arizona for a new lodge in the Brooks Range . Our son who is a Police Officer near bye told us about this store . My wife who is a ( 15 time Iditarod Dog sled Musher ) enters the store first , I come in a little later. She is looking around and comes across a group of men sitting in a circle having story time. Not one of them greeted her, tip of the hat , hello mam , can I help you etc. These are the type of men who preach a good game ie: respect, decency, old school type values yet my wife was invisible. I entered the store to look at/ purchase a saddle and Indian blanket our son found for us. I first asked if I could use the restroom , no I was told. Then myself and my wife stood 5 ft from this group looking at a $6,000 dollar rug and again invisible . Needless to say we left with a foul taste in our mouths, thank god Alaska men still have decency and good...
Read moreI have loved Native American art for many years and Ogg’s is one of my favorite stores to explore. It’s a great place for an impressive selection of authentic jewelry, rugs, pottery, baskets, ….., with a mix of older and contemporary pieces at very fair prices. It’s sort of like walking into a trading post, or a museum where things are for sale! There’s also a section of interesting western items and Mexican crafts. The owner, Jeff Ogg, has decades of experience, first as the buyer of Native American art for the Fred Harvey Company at the Grand Canyon for 25 years, and then as owner of Ogg’s Hogan since the late 1990’s. He is a great source of information. I find it easy to spend a long time in this store--and to keep coming back, because items are constantly being added. I never know what...
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