The people here are from Antiqua (not Barbados, only Rihanna and her many boyfriends are from…read morethere). The girls who work here are afraid of ants so when they see one, they go "ANT!! EEK!!!" I live here, like right near this place, so I have to show some love for it. It doesn't get enough business and I'm really worried it will end up closing down. Nice to see all the new reviews being posted for it by people who love it. What's not to love. Sometimes the prices, but all the cool unusual stuff, and the way it brings the community together. Fantastic. The selection of stuff of ALL kinds is really really amazing at Clarence Flea Market. You could spend hours here. We're not talking about a few stands. We're talking awful awesomeness. I'm not great friends with the owners of the whole complex but you can't have everything. Antique World is really cool and there's a lot more to it than meets the eye. Come and check it out and keep it in business. The Bird Feed USA store already went out of business and that place was cool :( Speaking of cool want to see how cool my bedroom is.

On bored days when there's nothing to do, and I haven't been to antique shop in a while, I almost…read morealways come here. I've grown to love it, and I'd call it my favorite place to shop for antiques in the area, quite certainly because they practically have everything you could ever want from an antique mall! This antique mall is a part of the stretch of antique places along Main Street in Clarence; they're all connected as a part of the whole 'Antique World & Flea Market' business. Uncle Sam's Antique Co-Op previously sat in this location. Inside it is most certainly a booming antique mall, with separate areas for a couple of different vendors, and all sorts of items on display for sale. In particular I noticed old books, vinyl, LIFE magazines, clothes a ton of old photographs, and they also had a ton of cool jewelry and furniture. I actually spotted a couple of things I would have been more than happy to buy if they hadn't ended up being so out of my budget. Also included in the antique mall is a small area designated as the 'country store,' which offered baked good mixes, noodles, seeds, even fudge! There are also a few home decor items that aren't technically antiques/old, but they're designed in that style. I've brought home so many of my favorite antiques from here - recently a re-purposed oil lamp, a framed heinz ketchup ad, and a mesmerizing pilgrim lady I had to go back and buy because I couldn't stop thinking about her eyes. I'm half convinced something possessed me. She just wanted a home! (Wow, she's a crazy antique lady, huh?!) Staff was incredibly friendly, probably the most friendly I've ever experienced while antique shopping. While making our rounds we were frequently asked if we needed help with anything, if we wanted to see anything behind the display cases, ect. We were also kept very informed on items that were on sale. I wish I could have found something to take home there, as it feels like the sort of store you would love to be able to support. I highly recommend this store for people who are just starting to get into the antiquing world. They have a very fair variety of objects for sale at decent prices (for an antique, anyway), all while not being too overwhelming.

In the old days a general store had EVERYTHING…read more These days, so does Starrgate General. It would be eerie if the owner, Jane Yousey, was not so much fun to shop with! Since the first time I ever walked into her store, a few years ago, this lady always has what I need and just what I am looking for. Priced right antiques, folk art, country art, useful things, spoil yourself things, linens,candles, kitchenware, floral arrangements, sleds!, I could go on. This store is right in the heart of the Clarence Hollow and is worth stopping in to browse and visit and mmmmmmm just smell. A light and pleasant scent is in there although I cannot for the life of me identify it. Starrgate General sells something for everybody and Jane's eye can help with decor dilemna. If she doesn't have it , she can find it. If you have a minute stop in and if you have a day scheduled for antiquing or browsing in the hollow, make sure you have Starrgate General on your list. She always has what I need! Magic indeed!

I've always have had a great experience shopping at this antique mall. It's part of a larger campus…read morethat features several other antique locations. This would be the "premier" center that holds a lot of the higher end antiques and collectibles that the other locations wouldn't necessarily feature. I've always found that you usually need to ask if the vendors have a "deal" or "special" going on and I have never paid the asking price. I've always walked away with a deal. You'll need to barter and they're willing to contact the seller with price offers. Lots of great furniture and other items up for grabs. Definitely check it out.

My husband and I were there at the Antique center Aug. 9…read more from Wisc. The associates were charming, friendly and couldn't be nicer!!! I don't now what the problem was with those who were so unhappy. I'm in retail it is VERY THOUGHTLESS to come in 10 or 12 minutes before closing. We made some purchases, we did arrive at 10 am and waited out on the porch. They don't open until 11. A lovely lady drove up parked her car and asked "What are you doing out here? Please, please come in, you don't have to wait out here". What a sweetheart! I'm currently contacting them about a vintage mink coat I would like. Also I frequently shop in Charleston and found the Antique Center quite reasonable and with a beautiful selection. My husband was quite impressed

Comments about my post show lack of knowledge of an absolute auction. Basically, an absolute…read moreauction is either by consignment or actual sale of items to the owner of the actual business, not the auctioneer, who usually is an employee or even a partial owner I like auctions because it should be competitive and offering items useful for a specific purpose. Legally an auction business is a second-hand dealer selling items based upon the highest bidder. It may be a fun event, and even a place to meet individuals of similar interest. Best to actually know what you are bidding on, and during the auction listen closely to the representations made by the auctioneer.

This auction is always tremendous fun! What makes an auction is…read moretwo bidders, both bent on owning a thing, and each one can afford the object being bid on. Of course, if you intend to participate, you have to do your homework. You have to look the pieces over in advance. Sometimes it requires a bit of research. Kelly always announces that he is not responsible for the final price in any way. Your bid is up to you. His offerings range from misused, little wanted antiques, to very rare, desirable pieces. The rest is up to you. You cannot blame him if you buy something that you later decide you really don't love. Take care, and have fun! I always do!!