Article Archives: What’s in the Attic?

A Visit to the General Store

August 6, 2020 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

As an Indiana farm kid in the 50s I didn’t get to spend a lot of time with my Dad. He worked long hours in the fields and the opportunity for the two of us to have time together was rare. It is for this reason that my heart would … Read More

Crate Art

July 30, 2020 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

The 1880s were a time of great progress in America. Railroads crisscrossed the country with over 11,500 miles of track connecting major cities and allowing for the quick transport of perishable products. No longer limited to a local market, citrus fruit, grapes and raisins grown in California, plums, cherries, pears, … Read More

Staffordshire Spaniels

July 23, 2020 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

It has been said, and rightly so, that a man’s best friend is his dog. It would appear that collectors of antiquies second that notion as canine collectibles continue to hold strong, even in the current soft market. Throughout history the relationship between a man and his dog has reflected … Read More

Yes, We’re Open!

July 16, 2020 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

The antique malls of Indiana took a hard hit this past spring. Many of them were closed for 3 months and reopening came at considerable cost. But, you can’t keep good people down and our Hoosier antiques shops are back and ready for the summer crowds. So, put on your … Read More

Let Your Table Reflect Your Mood — MCM China

July 9, 2020 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Mid 20th century America was a time for entertaining at home. A dinner party with the boss, a bridge game with the girls and even a cookout with the family was a time to serve guests with style. The Summer of 2020 finds us returning to those simpler times as … Read More