A very large antique store in a cute CT town called Putnam. Store Associates were very friendly. There are four levels to this antique store. I did not notice any elevator so it would be a hard shop for those who are disabled. Not by any fault of the store owners its an old building. I could not tell the vibe if you could negotiate. But the reason they lost a star was because most things we were interested in were double the price. Lots to see it kept us busy for almost two hours! read more

I understand that this space is a collective of sellers but to have zero vetting of the goods being sold says a lot about the people who own the establishment. There were some pieces I really liked and were reasonably priced but I won't patron a store that has nazi paraphernalia and caricature of PoC. read more

I rarely come here, but my most recent visit went surprisingly well. The reason why I don't often come here is because the employees will watch you, follow you, and ask to take your items to the desk especially if you are young and don't dress like you're middle aged. It's similar to how people are beginning to shop online instead of in stores; we live in a surveillance state where everyone is guilty until proven innocent. You can find affordable items here, but good luck! Oh- not to mention that they STILL have NAZI memorabilia as well as RACIST caricatures in doll form. They clearly don't care about who enters their store; they care about money. read more

Just an amazing Antique Store! If you are a collector and are either travel through or better yet live near the store it's a must see.

Very disappointed in the new entitled ownership and their treatment of the dealers. I broke my ankle and was out of commission for months although I was a loyal dealer under the previous ownership for many wonderful years. I heard there are many dealers leaving but I would have remained loyal. I was in contact with them regarding my situation and because of an outstanding balance my inventory was packed and put in storage. Very disappointed in how quickly they are disregarding the previous loyal dealers. I miss the previous owners already they were great. I'll litigate to bring this matter to a resolution unfortunately. read more

We entered in trepidation for all the reviews citing Nazi memorabilia. I was glad to find none--except for a few copies of "Mein Kampf." But old racist stereotype pieces? There are lots of them! See the photos. And why? To the owners: Please get rid of this stuff. It's not worth much. But their presence keeps customers away and perpetuates stereotypes. All white people (and owners of this shop) should read the little book "Me and White Supremacy." It will help you understand what I am talking about. Other than that, this is a large store with well-displayed items. We bought several pieces. "My Little Sambo"??!?!?!? Are you serious? And it's next to a "Mein Kampf" and a book covered in swastikas. White people (I am one of them) are so blind to how steeped in racism we are. read more

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A very impressive selection of books + really cool, decent selection of lamps, China and more. I really didn't find too much interesting that I seemed to care most based on my tastes compared to next door Jeremiah's Antiques. read more

I have been to this antique shop, lots of stuff. I thought their prices were very reasonable. We always want cheaper prices. But some antique shops are very over priced. read more

Really cool spot filled with unique treasures! Antiques Marketplace has four levels and over 22,000 square feet of floor space filled with collectibles, furniture, art, toys, jewelry, vintage fashion, and more. I've been twice and just enjoy browsing around for something to catch my eye. As a consignment shop, inventory is always changing and you never know what you're going to find. Definitely a great place to stop by if you like antiques and collectibles! read more

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Hateful, Rude, Overpriced, NAZI items everywhere, not enjoyable, considered a thief before I walked in, and not a comfortable place to be. Oh an NAZI ITEMS. First, almost everything is behind locked glass and as someone who likes to touch things to feel them, this was a deterrent to buying anything. Second, we had ladies following us around asking if we needed help or to put anything behind the counter for them. It us, a gay couple, very uncomfortable. Third, and worst of all, they have cases and cases of Nazi memorabilia. Weapons, badges, arm bass, Jewish stars arm bands, propaganda, clothing, and pins. All of it made me sick. It was front and center in the first room. I am not Jewish, but I am not inhuman, it made me angry and sick to my stomach. I can not imagine how a Jewish person, who may have had their family killed by what those things are symbols of. This is a consignment antique store, so they have the right to say no to vendors but they didn't. I will never go back again and urge people never to return. read more

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This antique shop was HUGE and sprawling and so cool. You'll definitely need several hours to go through and look at everything. We came home with some awesome treasures and I wish this wasn't so far away from my house because I'd definitely stop by more often. There were so many copper antique molds and chocolate molds to choose from, I was in total heaven. Definitely going to try and stop by soon. read more

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Sometimes it's all about presentation. Whereas Restoration 51 down the road is a total cluttered nightmare (or hoarder's dream), Antiques Marketplace features tons of individual dealers that display their antiques beautifully. It's easy to navigate the three levels full furniture, kitchen/housewares, old maps, clothing and glass cabinets brimming with vintage jewelry, coins, silver, comic books and other memorabilia. It's an interesting, pretty well curated selection and doesn't seem like you're just wading through junk most of the time. I had to tear myself away from the jewelry cases because some of the art deco designs were unbelievable! read more

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Just about the worst experience in all my years as a dealer! My daughter and I (both dealers) were shopping, had people constantly following us asking us to take our items to purchase. That alone makes anyone uncomfortable. We did not have coats on or large pocketbooks, we felt like thieves the entire time we were there. My daughter overheard a conversation at the check out which was very rude. The lady told a clerk to "get their things before they go downstairs". Checkout was a fiasco! Too many hands in the pot and the other people behind the counter made the clerk waiting on us feel like she was doing something shady and they had to keep checking her. This went on to the point she did make an error on the slip, which was correct. I will never go back!!!! read more

Antique mall with 3 floors to explore. I enjoyed walking around and was both awed and overwhelmed by the sheer volume of merchandise. I saw loads of jewelry, kitchen items, linens, war memorabilia, coins, silver and much more. I think many of the vintage items here have decreased in value over the past 10 years but this is not reflected in their pricing. However, I did find a vintage silk scarf for $6.00 and love it. Their business card says "Closed Tuesdays" so call ahead. Check out my 16 Photos. read more

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This is a well organized three story antique store with tons of beautiful antique furniture and collectible items. I have gone "antiquing" all of my life on the west coast, the southern Bible Belt, and most recently in New England...and never have I seen so many nazi flags in a store for sale as this one. I understand that they are a part of history but it is extremely discouraging and hurtful to see at least four nazi flags/memorabilia through out this antique store. Due to this, I will seek to shop at other antique stores that are more mindful of their customers. read more

Just a great place to visit I love going antiquing it's like going to museums but you can touch the stuff. well most of it. Many great items to get through it you have to always take your time I spent about an hour. make sure you going to Jaremiah's Antique Shoppes To check out more of their antiques read more

I'm not gonna say I don't like this place because then I would be lying. However, most of their items are overpriced and you can't bargain with the people that work there because most of these antiques are through consignment. Do give yourself some time to browse through the store, about 2 hours should suffice. There are a lot, I mean, a lot of antiques piled around in the store. I have been here 3 times now and I have yet made any purchases. Most of the time it's because I know they have marked up the price. read more

This used to be our favorite antiques store. We have been coming here for years. Our last visit a few days ago was such a disappointment. They no longer have then number of quality antiques as they had in the past. They are going the way of so many places that claim to have antiques. It's more fluff than stuff these days. What a shame! read more

While Donna was extremely personable and showed us many items from dozens cases of jewelry, it was a both a shock and a horrible feeling seeing nazi-memorabilia in a few of the cases on the main floor. We spent a lot of money that day, but really we should've walked out. :(( :(( :(( read more

Love Love this place! Very organized! Vendors take time on presentation and theme and it shows. Nice range of objects with various price points. The store is on 3 levels. We spent 2 hours looking at everything and that was skipping a booth here and there. The store is broken off in different sections and what I loved about each section was that there was always a staff person in that area who was willing to show you something. I also liked how they treated us no differently even though we were buying something less expensive. No attitude, no airs. Every customer was important. That makes all difference! read more

Horrible Horrible business! I tried to speak to them on the phone. I was YELLED AT told I was ridiculous, and that their mistake is not their problem. They proceeded to hang up on me, and then when I called back they let the phone sit off the hook as they spoke badly of me to customers, saying slanderous remarks. I would never step foot in this place again! Bad Business!!!! read more

Recently I've become quite a fan of antiques and markets especially (think Brimfield MA flea market) so when we entered Putnam downtown and saw this awesome looking antique place we just had to stop. The place is immense with tons and tons of antiques. Toys, jewelry, housewares, old advertising - you name it and I bet you can find it here. It's interesting too to see so much I remember from childhood now an antique - makes you feel old for sure! The main floor has tons of booths. Everything is behind glass but it seemed like there were a lot of employees around to help (or monitor...). We weren't in a buying mood so we were just browsing. I think we spent almost an hour total in the building. Downstairs has more booths and everything is in the open. The weird thing is a man from upstairs followed us down and was sort of lurking around corners watching us. I caught him a few times and he ducked out of the way. Strange. I get following people down but it'd be nicer if he were more transparent and said hi, here to help, etc instead of lurking. Anyway, more fun stuff in the downstairs. The floors made me a bit nervous and they were very creaky and I wondered as it's such an old building if it could take it if more than a few were browsing in the same area but maybe that's part of the charm of an antique building housing tons of antiques. Prices were high for a lot of the items. I don't think it would be the same as a flea market with the ability to haggle down. I almost bought some old (surely haunted!) photos but was a bit put off by the man downstairs so I put them back. If you love antiques then this is a must visit. The entire downtown is really nice with lots of restaurants and quirky stores. read more

The Antiques Market in Putnam advertises itself as "Central New England's largest antiques and collectibles mall." That sounds about right. Shopping its four floors, stocked by about 350 dealers, is an all-day affair. Set aside at least 2 hours to browse. With that many dealers, prices are vast-ranging. I've found amazing bargains here and drooled helplessly over fine antiques I could never afford. The selection is comprehensive and fascinating. The first time I went here, before I'd even finished browsing the cases on the first floor I'd already seen at least half a dozen things I wanted. The best strategy is to note the items that catch your eye as you go along so that you can check for better prices elsewhere in the store. Take your list to the floor attendant when you're done browsing so that you don't have to bother them to open a case every five minutes. Whether you're seriously into antiques or just a passing tourist, you're bound to find something interesting. read more

This store has a great selection of overpriced antiques. I have been in it each summer for the past 7 - 8 years, and they still have a good selection, they are still over priced, and the staff is beyond rude. Customers are not greeted when they enter the store, nor are they spoken to when they leave. If you ask to see something behind one of the locked glass cases, and ask a question of one of the old white men who are there to act as sales people, you are treated like you are really taking up a lot of their precious time. If you go, go with the attitude of looking, but don't expect a great shopping experience. read more

Wonderful large antique shop! The have lots of sellers, lots to look at on 4 levels. There's a "bargain basement" type area. I lucked out and found the most awesome and wearable 60s dress for 10 dollars. There are lots if items in cases on the first floor. I saw a great mix of different styles so truly there was something for every taste. I can't wait to go back. read more

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love it here! So much to see! So organized and clean. Prices are great. Staff very helpful!

I think the reason I love Antiques Marketplace so much is because there's nothing like this where I live in CA. It's a multi- story building right on the corner of Downtown Putnam and it's absolutely charming and so "New England". The staff is helpful for the most part and they are always willing to help open a case for you to see something closer. I love spending a few hours walking through all of the rooms just looking at every little knick knack and collectible thing imaginable. My hobby is collecting antique books, the older the better. Every year I always end up finding several books in good condition from the mid 1800's, and the selection there is endless. This store also has jewelry, clothing, china, books, furniture, statues, and toys. The displays are all nicely laid out and the store is clean and bright. I also have to give a shout out to one of the staff members who inspected a carnival glass piece I wanted to buy. He was honest enough to notice that it was slightly cracked and called the dealer up to ask for a lower and fair price for the item for me. I appreciate honesty in a business where people could easily take advantage of the potential inexperience of the customer. So yes, I like Antiques Marketplace, and I look forward to coming here every year to visit and find as many old books as I can take home. :) read more

Other store is neatly organized and has a little of everything and a lit of something's. Tons of jewelry....

I have shopped here for over 20 years, and sold here for 10. Yesterday I came here and was treated horribly by the new owner. There was some dispute, apparently, over an item I purchased 6 months prior. They put a note into my "file" that a tag had been recorded incorrectly. I thought the tag said a certain price, and so did the employee ringing up the item (this was 6 months prior). They claimed they called me, I never got a call. They DEMANDED extra money for the item! I told them that their store had made a mistake, and the cost was very small. Their dealer wrote an illegible tag, and their counter person also made the same mistake as I did. I've been in retail for 30 years, and know that in cases like this the tiny cost must just be absorbed by the shop. The RUDE new owner spent 20 minutes demanding extra money from me! This was worse because I just spent over $100 and the last time over $500 in the store. NEVER AGAIN. If you want to be treated with respect, and fairly, go elsewhere. read more

Love this shop. Staff is always available and super nice! This store is floor after floor of goodness brought to you by numerous individual dealers. Go there with plenty of time to really look around and go often things are always changing. read more

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The silver lining of this whole experience is that I can now have my pretty woman moment if I eventually return to this store, "big mistake, huge!!" lol. For real though, I look a little disheveled today, but that is absolutely no reason to treat me any different than any other paying customer. I walked in and immediately got the side eye from one of the women working the counter, and then I said hi to her because I felt very uncomfortable,and she just kind of continued to stare at me. I walked away because I couldn't care less about being judged, I'm just here to shop. So I looked around and found some really cool vintage cookbooks, I started a collection of them and I was excited to add these ones to that. A woman comes up and asks if she can bring them up to the counter for me, i said sure and thanked her. So I'm done shopping, I go up to the counter, get looked at by two of the women working and they turn around and continue talking. I was like ok, I work service I understand sometimes we have little tasks to finish up, I can wait for them. So I wait and they don't acknowledge me, and then I wait a little more time again with no acknowledgment. I then put the pieces together that that woman took my books to make sure I didn't steal them, and that they didn't want me as a customer today. I'm not a bitter person, take a second to look at my past reviews. It takes a lot for me to feel I have to post a negative review. You have a decent selection, but your staff needs some customer service training. When I buy my house and furnish it, I'll be going to the local flea markets and Jeremiah's antique store located right next to this shop. Be better! read more

Always someone to help out, huge variety, something for all taste. We ended up with a mirror/coat rack circa 1900, salt and pepper shakers, an old ad for scotch, and a couple other items. It is a huge place! read more

I walked in yesterday -- all the employees were gossiping and obviously not working. Some lady haughtily inquired if i was looking to rent space. I said "no". And inquired if they were closing as they were obviously moving a great deal of stuff around. Oh, my husband and I are the new owners --- very impressed with her stature -- and totally oblivious to helping me or even chatting me up. She made sure to tell me how wonderful they were and how no one else in town could compare as they now owned this and Jeremiah's. Lots of luck! I will NOT be back! The place and atmosphere gave me goosebumps. read more

I drove half an hour on a Tuesday and it was closed. The web site and door says open 7 days a week. I won't be going back

huge store with all different types of collectibles. toys, jewelry, clothing, comics, furniture, clocks, typewriters, military, advertisements etc. people have been complaining about prices, but if you speak to someone working at the counter they will contact the vendor (either finding them or calling them) to discuss a possible lower price. friendly staff, knowledgable vendors, huge variety. read more

Antiques Marketplace is an absolute wonderland for anyone interested in antiques, collectibles, unusual objects, prints, maps, fine jewelry - you name it. It's several huge floors of beautifully displayed things - at really good prices too. The people are really nice - very helpful. This is my go-to place for gift giving and for entertainment. It's well located too - surrounded by great coffee shops, restaurants and other unique stores. I wish it were in my downtown! I highly recommend it for fine jewelry as well as costume jewelry. My husband recently bought me a gorgeous diamond ring - a piece of estate jewelry - that I love. And the price was unbelievable!! Amazing, unique furniture too. I have bought many vintage pieces in great condition at Antiques Marketplace. Not to mention vintage clothes, glassware, kitchenware - it just goes on and on! If you're in the Putnam area, don't miss this place. You will love it and, like me, you'll become a frequent return customer! read more

We drove almost an hour to get here and were very disappointed. The prices people were asking for the items was OUTRAGEOUS. Will not return.

If you haven't been here yet do yourself a favor and visit this amazing 4 floor victorian building chuck full of unique items. There is such a huge variety of things for all ages. It's the go to place. read more

So This store offers a vary wide selection of antiques and collectibles. It is quite large and I dare say overpriced. When you walk in you are greeted by 1) multiple locked display cases. I do like to see prices and well to be able to touch an object I am considering buying without having to run after a salesperson w/ a key and attitude. 2) CAMERAS everywhere watching every step you take and don't think about looking at something too long as that may be a sign you are a THIEF. 3) Sales people that lurk around every corner watching your every move. You place a hand in your pocket or reach for your cell phone and the eyes are there WATCHING. You may be lost in your thoughts and you turn and there she is right in your face, the sales person you saw as you walked in who really didn't greet you but eyed you up and down as you walked in is now following you around. I get it... people steal and I'm sure perhaps this store had some bad experiences but I just don't like that feeling you get when you are pegged a shoplifter from the moment you walk in or are made to feel like you are being pegged one. It's very off putting. So I think the store is very nice but not one sales person was helpful or offered a "Welcome" or thank you for stopping in. I think a full body pat down and body cavity search before you enter the store and prior to leaving would be more welcoming. I unfortunately didn't buy anything on my visit. I did see a nice motto ware mustard jar but it was hugely overpriced and required the lurking salesperson to unlock the case to then hand me the item so I could see the price which was overpriced so I could hand it back to her to place in the case which she then locked. Far too many steps. I just didn't enjoy my shopping experience there. read more

I'd avoid this place if I were a buyer or a seller. The sales staff are about as fun as a tax audit and downright grumpy. Per other reviews, staff are adverse to the kind of haggling you expect for antiques and collectibles (stuff is at least 25% overpriced). One time, a saleswoman refused to acknowledge a discount sign in plain sight. Another time, another told me something I was interested in was going to be available for purchase from her booth next week, despite the fact that it was on display in someone else's with no "sold" sign or anything. Still another insisted a $40 price tag said $80 (next time I went it, it was clearly marked $40, just as I suspected). I'd encourage buyers to load up on stuff at the front desk but walk away if the staff don't meet your expectations. I'd encourage sellers to go elsewhere or sell on eBay--even online is more personable than this shop. read more