We were at the Catholic Cemetery across the street and I notice a huge dinosaur! Absolutely unexpected. So we head over after snapping a few more photos to Universe Trading Company. The place was awesome, packed with vintage goodies, antique furniture and crazy stuff like a life size pirate! And a lion. And a hippo. And yet more dinosaurs . They had great furniture for what may be the best prices to be had in Savannah. There was a fascinating bottle collection, jewelery, smalls. Great eclectic array. We scored a wonderful vintage fan that doubles as an endtable and works perfectly, some lovely pieces of jewelry and a few miscellaneous goodies as well. Go! You won't be disappointed. You'll have fun and are unlikely to leave...
   Read moreIf you are visiting Savannah, this store is a must-visit stop during your trip. Dinosaurs, dragons, life-sized replicas of animals (such as a hippopotamus!), Egyptian gods, and all kinds of other eclectic emphemera and baffling bric-a-brac fill this building. There's plenty to peruse without being overwhelmed. Mr. Portman makes sure there are exciting exhibitions around every corner. In addition to the large pieces, be sure to check out Mr. Epstein's "Corner of the Universe" full of quality stuff in the back of the store. Visitors will find postcards, books, and other interesting items. Both gentlemen are gracious guides to their domain. This...
   Read moreTook my wife during a weekend visit. Returned a few weeks later with my mother. This place is incredible. Amazing assortment. Also, importantly, this place has a ton of cool, affordable gifts. Like $5-$20 cool gifts - Unusual for such a store. Huge pirates statues, dinosaurs statues, paintings, collectibles. Owners (or whoever working there) were super friendly....
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