Beautiful mall, reasonable prices. So much vintage and antiques. 101 Highway 71 North, West Okoboji…read moreIowa. 40 dealers. Hours open Monday through Saturday 10 to 5 and Sundays 12 to 5. ******

When Gayle and I stay at the family cabin on Spirit Lake, at some point I take off alone and…read moreexplore parts of Greater Spirit Lake. Gayle is just fine sitting on the lakeside deck and reading a book. My Nephews love to go antiquing, of which I've been doing a little more of over the last year or so. And so it was that I wandered into the Spirit Lake Antique Mall a few weeks ago. This place is well organized, clean, with diverse offerings. Each vendor has their own space, each of which has pretty distinct offerings that make it easier to pick and choose spots to explore further. What gets my attention? Generally speaking that would include locks, knives, coin banks, and interesting boxes. Most are behind a locked cabinet, of which access by friendly and helpful staff was appreciated. The only downside for me is that some items like locks and coin banks don't include a key. However, subsequent eBay searches sometimes solves that issue, and usually at a higher price. Of the purchases I made, did I really need any of this? Next Question!

Best antique mall in NW Iowa! You won't find crafts or new wholesale decor here....just genuine…read moreantique and vintage items. I shop there often as the inventory changes regularly in most booths. The curated displays are beautiful to look at and and shopping is a pleasure in this VERY CLEAN MALL. The staff is very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful and they say they have dealers from around the country who come to shop there....I can see why! Authentic antiques at reasonable prices!

i am trying to get in to view what was sold etc and can't get in…read more supposedly a email was supposed to be sent to my email acct and i tried at least 6 or 7 times and never recieved anything

The quality of the merchandise was spot on along with the prices. Well organized and the lady who…read morechecked me out was so gracious and kind. Referred my fellow travel nurse buddies!

Absolutely my favorite store in the Okoboji area. You can find a gift for everyone on your list…read more Reasonable priced. Something for everyone.

cute little gift shop. lots of sweatshirts, books, trinkets, decor and more. I hate that the…read moresweatshirts are all so pricey, I would have gotten two. this is not a handicap accessible place as there are different levels within. there is a bathroom in the basement. when we visit okoboji I always stop in, usually just looking. it's worth a loom just for the uniqueness of it.

I stopped by a couple days ago and got a better view of what Terry had done with the building. The…read moreinterior is loaded with an impressive collection of guns, knives, decoys, and related stuff. We had a great conversation and catch up. And of course, I left with a couple knives, within the context of a very knowledgeable business person and a good value for what I purchased and maybe should have.

Owner is very knowledgeable and helpful for all topics related to the items he carries.read more

In the 1900s, there were 5 ballrooms on West Lake Okoboji: Manhattan Beach, Roof Gardens, The Inn,…read moreThe Casino and The Central Emporium, then known as the Central Pavilion. The Central Emporium is the only one that remains a part of today's Iowa Great Lakes. It was originally built in 1901 and by the 1960s, the building sat empty until it was purchased in 1967 and used as boat storage. In 1971, the building was remodeled and began leasing out space for stores. During that first year, there were only 3-5 businesses including The Diver's Den, the Outrigger and a jewelry store. I started hanging out at the Central Emporium about that time in the early 1970s. It's gone through ownership changes since then and many shops have also come and gone. The Building itself has also been stabilized from falling into the Lake and at during my visit this summer, the old Girl looks pretty good on the inside as well. There's still the expected collection of tourist based shops, but the Central Emporium also includes a couple nice dining and drinking establishments (with great views), a branch of Hill Avenue Books, and even a few shops (e.g., Life on the Lake) that I enjoy. You can also get here by foot or by boat. I could see how a developer would think of this property as a good condo or other resort opportunity. And I do wonder how the Central Emporium makes money within the confines of a summer vacation season. But as long as this historic Iowa building still stands, I'll be there whenever I'm in town.

Always a fun and nostalgic place to visit. I've been coming to Okoboji since the 1980's, and The…read moreEmporium hasn't changed a lot. You can still grab a bite to eat, buy a bag of candy, or load up on all those Okoboji sweatshirts to wear during the upcoming winter. Plus, if you show up just after the summer season has ended, you'll get everything at a great discount.

Our annual visit to 3 Sons finished up a couple days ago, with Gayle purchasing a nice sweat shirt…read morefrom upstairs. That's the former "Half Price, Plus $1" area, that now has a colored sticker that tells you the pride. One of the Richter brothers was upstairs to chat which added to the family ambiance, I've enjoyed here for more than 50 years.

Excellent shopping in the Boji area. Check out the second floor for sales on your favorite brands!…read moreLots of university of Okoboji gear.

Excellent knowledge fair prices friendly people great service. Large selection to choose fromread more

If you're looking for great products, honest timelines, and a smooth sales process, come in and…read moreFonda or Stephen and they will take care of you! Come in, have a conversation, and find the fed/couch/chair of your DREAMS!