This glorious emporium of antiques and memorabilia has brought new life to a sleepy block of Villa Park — a quiet hamlet just north of the much-busier Oak Brook, which has its own Neiman-Marcus.
So, imagine my surprise and delight when I came across a vintage set of Neiman’s 70s era highball “Name Your Poison” glasses, which I vividly recall from the infamous N-M Xmas catalog — each named after a poison!
It’s rare to have items speak to you from the shelf, but these did.
From political signage to old globes, as its name suggests, The Old Globe is a delightful way to find unexpectedly curated...
   Read moreI was looking for a gift for my sister-in-law and found a pretty ceramic planter. I didn't know anything about it, but the Old Globe owner explained about it being a McCoy. My sister-in-law recognized the maker immediately, and was thrilled because she had seen many McCoy planters on ebay but none like this one. I was pleased to have found such a good git! Also, my daughter bought me a mug and a lovely dragonfly pin here for...
   Read moreI love this place! Wonderful curation, this shop is a delight to stroll through! I always need to walk the store twice so I don’t miss anything. It is a great place if you are looking something specific. My boyfriend collects Star Wars memorabilia, so this was the perfect place to go to get him a unique gift. And honestly the main reason I come here is to see Fuzzy, the most adorable...
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