Soon as I walked in wasn't not greeted by that alone I felt a weird vibe , came in looking for some new vintage decor - as I was looking around I came across some very offensive racist music work sitting right on top *pic will be added* I still walked around and the energy was just off I wanted to bring it to their attention but my boyfriend insisted not to bc they are already aware. read more

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Always a warm welcome and great conversation. It reminds me like an old country store where everyone knows everybody.

have driven by here forever. I was impressed by the range of things available items. Religious items, curiosities , rare books, and even garden statues. A great stop to buy or just browse. The staff welcoming and helpful, but also happy just to let you wander and look through the vast array of antiques, and eclectic junk read more

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Really great service from this owner operator. We'll be back occasionally, because you never know what cool thing will show up. The owner has been in town for his whole life so if you want to know what The Heights was like he can certainly tell you. The place is pretty big and has tons of cool things to see. Make sure you don't only go into the main store but check out the back yard and the "barn". It has some very cool old signs. read more

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I love looking around antique stores and this one was no exception. The owner was friendly and the atmosphere was welcoming. However, in terms of the items being sold I don't think they were worth the price. A lot of it was rusted or broken, given that it's older but the price should reflect the quality (ex. a $75 broken mirror was being sold). I'd still return to look around but they didn't have anything I'd personally be interested in buying at this time. read more

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Rude! Don't even waste your time or money here. I stumbled upon this place because my usual antique shop is closed on Tuesdays. Immediately after walking through the door I knew I made a mistake going there. The interactions were off. First off I was not greeted by the man behind the counter even though he clearly saw me. The shop was completely empty besides me and one other man. I kept looking around anyway. Eventually found a few things I wanted to purchase and made my way back to the front. I waited at the counter to be checked out and was COMPLETELY IGNORED! I stood there where they could clearly see me. And waited my turn. I waited and waited with the things in my hands. The man behind the counter was making small talk with the same man from before. After some time he leaves the counter walks the man out to the door and waits there while I'm still inside. and At this point I felt it was on purpose. He never came back in. He stays outside till I leave. I put everything back and walk out where he sees me and starts to make his way back in as I got in my car. I was in disbelief. To make matters worse the other man is still there in his truck and has blocked me from getting out of the front parking lot. I was fuming. I managed to maneuver my way around and speed off. Never have I been treated with such rudeness. I frequent many antique shops all over the state looking for specific things to add to my collection and this is the worst interaction I've ever had. The overall prices in the shop are overpriced for their grade in quality. The antique items I wanted weren't cheap so you would think he wanted a sale but I'd rather hunt for those items and spend my money else where. DONT BOTHER WITH THIS PLACE. There are better antiques down the street. read more

This is one of the top antique stores in Houston. It's situated in an old house and has a lot of variety. I visited many eons ago, and then returned recently since I needed to kill some time before a game. They have a garage like building next to the house with metal signs and some furniture but mostly I remember is that its pretty warm in there during the summer. I ended up purchasing a couple of comic books, ones that you don't see very often. He only had 3, but I bought 2. I didn't even notice them until I was about to walk out the door. Price was fair and the service was friendly. The owner seems to be connected to either a realtor, or maybe a construction company because they are sometimes able to recover lost items from homes about to be demolished in the Houston area (which is where my items actually came from). As with many antique stores, him and his partner also search all over the US for collectibles and other antiques to bring back to sell in their store. read more

Fun store to browse through. Saw some unique, unusual items. Wide variety of antiques/time periods to look at. Architectural items outside, next door. Lots to look at. A lot of old books too. be back next visit to Houston. read more

Absolutely an amazing place. It truly felt as if you were walking through time. The staff very helpful and very friendly. Unfortunately in all that they have we couldn't find anything we needed for the current project we have going...however this will be on our must stops when antiquing. read more

Great place to find rare antique items and odds and ends. The prices are very steep, probably the highest I've seen at one of these places. Wanted to purchase more but simply could not justify the prices. Lots of cool things to see though and definitely something for everyone. read more

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Walking on the trail nearby we noticed this antique store and dropped in to look. Wow! This is not your typical antique store - they have an extensive collection of old and rare books, antique, Art Deco fixtures like lamp covers, hardware, sinks, doors, windows, and at the moment lots of beautiful vintage Christmas decor. The store is much bigger than it seems from the outside and they have a lot of architectural salvage on display, as well as a huge selection of vintage ornate religious artifacts. Take time to wander through both buildings and their outdoor display area. The owners were very friendly and I was greeted by Sparky, the resident cat. Actually talked to one of the owners who told me they took this cat in after he was dropped in the area. He's living the good life, happy and healthy. That speaks volumes about the kind of people these owners are. Like I said, not your typical antique store where there are consignment booths and everything under glass. Very interesting items, so I took some pictures to show what they've got. This is my new favorite business in the Heights! Highly recommend! read more

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Wow this place is incredible. The collection of lights is huge. If you're shopping for vintage pendant light check here. Many beautiful white pendant lights. There are beautiful oak wood furniture authentic and vintage. If you happen to also want to view the collections of Jesus, the Virgin Mary and other religious items , check it out here in the back end of the store. Thus place also have done stain glass. Stole my heart of some of the pieces they have. If only I have place for them . So many beautiful pieces so little place to display them. They have some nifty collections of medical and apothecary bottles which are marvelous to views. Then the old signs from the small to the big commercial signs. Nice picker paradise! read more

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I have been searching and purchasing items from Ben and his father for the last 30 years. I recently took my old school clock to be rewired. They always have the coolest items for sale! read more

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Awesome little antique store! Almost anything you can imagine! Parts, antique doors and windows, lots of books, lighting. Enjoyable to wander around! Part of it is outside between buildings in a patio type area! read more

I have driven by here forever. I was impressed by the range of things available items. Religious items, curiosities , rare books, and even garden statues. A great stop to buy or just browse. The staff welcoming and helpful, but also happy just to let you wander and look through the vast array of antiques. A read more

Lots of items here along with architectural salvage items. Lots of fun wandering through the rooms and garden.

We stopped in here while visiting from California. What a great trove of different types of antiques with both indoor and outdoor treasures. Back home, we have been looking for stained glass is in short supply in our area. This shop had half of a room full of stained glass. Lots of other great goodies too! Mike at the counter was super friendly. We will be back next time we visit Houston. read more

Lots of really interesting items! Keep in mind the prices are typical for an antique store and not a thrift store. Highlights: -Lots of old doors, windows, metal outdoor fixtures and furniture -Lots of religious items mostly from old churches -HUGE book selection Even if the prices are too much for you, its a great place to be inspired and kill some time. Just the book section alone could keep you entertained for hours! read more

Very charming, well-stocked antique store on Heights Boulevard! Not one of those over-stocked antique stores, where you have so sift through tons of junk! This store has quality items and the building is well laid out so that you can really see the selection! read more

Driving along Heights Blvd., there are quite a few beautiful old houses to admire, but when you come to a front "yard" and porch littered with antiques, turn in. You're at August Antiques. The main house holds all manner of treasure, from old amber and clear glass apothecary bottles, to little pewter statues, paintings, and furniture. The main draw for me, however, is the prodigious collection of old and rare books. In the front room you'll notice the large editions of Dante's Purgatorio and Paradiso which feature engravings and illustrations by Gustave Doré, which are probably the most iconic depictions of Dante's masterpiece alongside those of William Blake. Antique barrister bookcases display old hardcover editions of, if not all classic, certainly unique works which would all look handsome on your shelf at home. I managed to obtain a nice 1870 edition of Shakespeare's works for only $20. I also saw several more Doré illustrated editions of Dante, Milton's Paradise Lost, and a collection of Bible stories. And this is all before you move to the back of the store where you'll find row upon row of leather-bound medical and legal tomes - a great gift for the doctor or lawyer in your life - cloth-bound and hardcover fiction, non-fiction, poetry, history, even gardening books. You really will find nary a paperback in the entire place; the books are there as much for their content as for their aesthetic appeal. There is even a section of miscellaneous books which have only in common their attractive bindings in art deco and mod designs. One of the most interesting sections is the impressive display of religious items, including a full scale confessional. Art and statuary of the saints and Holy Family are there in staggering numbers, as well as crosses and crucifixes, hymnals and missals, and a glass case of antique rosaries. August Antiques also features a garden area and a smaller house which has the more modern and motorized items like mixers and radios and the like. To properly inspect everything, you'd need several hours, and possibly a trail of bread crumbs. In the end, the name August Antiques is doubly apropos: firstly, because the bric-à-brac to be found here does indeed inspire reverence and admiration, and secondly, because without A/C and only a few fans scattered about, it gets awfully warm, especially in the month of August itself. Spend any length of time in the back, and you'll be sweating like a whore in church. Or at least one in that religious section, next to the confessional. read more

August Antiques - Antiques Near Me - Houston, Texas

I'm not certain how many times I had driven past this place before I actually went in one day. What a great space, can't believe I'd never been before. The main house if full of really nice antique furniture. Think: really old carved oak bed frames and barrister book cases (I LOVE those with their glass doors-sorry to dork out a little) and schoolhouse school desks and the list could go on. As you walk through the house, you pass through rooms of rare books and religious artifacts. Um, there was a antique wooden confessional the last time I was there. They also had a room full of doors, windows, and other architectural items. The garden, which you could peek at through the windows as you walked to the back of the house, was chock-a-block full of outdoor items. Furniture, lawn decorations, pots. It was fun to walk through, but I was a little leery of critters. The final space was the smaller house. Not certain if it was the garage or maid's quarters originally. This shop had the "modern antiques." 1940s and 50s kitsch, not junk, really neat furniture (Heywood Wakefield galore) and knick knacks. I think one wall was full of old radios. The back room had odds and ends. Glass hurricane lamp covers, hinges, door knobs, ect. Um, two words of caution: Not air-conditioned. If you go in the summer (between April and November), be aware, it gets a little stuffy. I went with a couple of ladies who provided me with a hand-held fan...didn't really help. read more

This is a super cool store that I can't believe I just discovered. There are two buildings, one with furniture, old books, items, decorative items, etc.. and one with more salvage materials such as doors, windows, hardware, etc.. They had tons of lights which is what I was primarily looking for. The guy working was friendly and helpful. Will definitely return! read more

Great store! Go when you have several hours to spend. They have an amazing curation of excellent pieces with a wide range of variety. Very nice people own the store and are very informative. This is a Houston treasure. read more

Great selection of religious items, more than I've ever seen at an antique store, plus all the normal antiques you'd expect. Every one is friendly. Store is larger than it looks and goes on. read more

I had to apologize to the owner....I can't believe I've been driving by this place for years and just didn't stop and look! They have amazing architectural pieces and all sorts of cool stuff! AND...they constantly get new shipments.... read more

August Antiques - Antiques Near Me - Houston, Texas

Wide selection of cool antiques that focus on the early 1900's and Victorian era. Highly recommend if you're in the Heights.

Definitely worth stopping in. A great selection of lights, books, religious artifacts, iron pieces. The owner is great. He was very informative and friendly. Just a really great place! read more

Loved this place in The Heights area of Houston. Family-owned and operated, they travel all over the country - and as far north as Maine - to small towns everywhere to bring back finds. Eclectic assortment - and lots of it! - in an old house. In addition to the usual, there is a good garden and architectural section, as well as sections devoted to medical paraphernalia, religious items (lots of kneelers in various styles a number of which came from convents), and rare and old books. Spread throughout are lamps and lighting, much of which has been rewired. We bought a desk lamp for a new attorney - they were more than willing to switch out the shade and negotiate on the price. We were there at Christmas - lots of great old plastic Santas and snowmen that light up (and work). We'll be back! read more

James and Ben are rare birds and always have time for a "hello and how are you". My daughter Bridget who is 3 cannot go through a weekend without visiting "Mr. Jim's store". We love the amazing selection of vintage lighting, architectural salvage, books, furniture, signs, stained glass windows, and every other manner of antique that you can fathom. James sources from New England among other places, so his finds are often very eclectic. This store is what the Houston Heights is all about---friends selling to friends. Come in, walk through. You will become a believer. read more

Wow seriously overpriced. I have been antiquing for over 20 years and this place takes the cake on ridiculous. Not sure how they sell anything. Maybe they can use that extra money for some air conditioning. Not worth going out of your way unless you happen to find the one item you can not find anywhere and I mean anywhere like online plus shipping would be less expensive and you could do it in the comfort of your air conditioned home. read more

This antique store has seemingly endless rooms of stuff. Which is great. The service is very helpful, informative and fun to talk to. Prices are fair as well. I have found a great dinning table, a complete antique collection of Dickens books, and some brass railroad ends that I use as bookends. Lots of other cool things for the picker inside everyone. I am always very pleased when I come. read more

Wide selection of antiques but some of the items were a bit overpriced. Not much help from the front desk either. I had to say "hi" to them when I walked in. If you are interested in serious antiquing come here. If you are inspired by DIY shows and Pinterest to "rescue" some old junk and give it new life via a fresh coat of paint, go elsewhere. This place will cost you. read more

Eclectic mix of antiques. Entire family of pickets with a good eye for the odd and interesting. One of the finest places in the entire US for Art Deco light fixtures and religious artifacts. Prices are reasonable and slightly negotiable. Great place and easily the finest and most reasonably priced antique store I visited in Houston. read more

it sort of looks like a crazy hoarder has been collecting things for years and years, but there's some great stuff here! It's huge, be prepared to walk around for a while... and then get sucked into the awesome antique book section. The old medical books are fascinating! read more

I just loved this antique shop. They have the greatest collection of everything I AM so impressed, I will shop no where else. The only thing I miss is the dear sweet lady that I deal with, Shirley, where did she go? No one seems to want to talk about her!!!!!!!!! This weird woman seems to have taken her place, I will ask about her next time I go there. Keep up the good work guys. read more

I absolutely love going to August Antiques. We always find the coolest things, from yard decor to interior lighting to cast iron sinks. I have started coming here about once a month to see what cool thing I can find for the house. We recently bought a drain board cast iron sink that will serve as a backyard sink. The owners are really sweet and willing to work with you on prices. read more

Without. A. Doubt. My kind of store. Huge selection of old signs and architectural salvage. Big outdoor space with lots of wrought iron doors shutters and so on. Super friendly owner. Great religious relics section and old books check it out read more

The most knowledgable place on anything antique related in Houston. Ben Weaver knows everything about Marshall pottery to arts and crafts furniture. Some of my most prized pieces came from this place. Reasonably priced and always will work on prices. read more

The place is great and there is plenty to look over. The owners are wonderful folks who are friendly and willing to help answer any questions you may have. read more

Great store. I could spend hours in there! So many treasures. Some of my favorites come from colleges and universities in New England - medical, library, science, books, lockers, gym, etc. every time I have bought more than one item, they have come down on price. Also, bring CASH - they will most likely discount if you pay cash. The owners are nice and know their stuff! read more