Posted in Massachusetts February 21, 2018 by

The Tiny Town In Massachusetts That’s Absolute Heaven If You Love Antiquing

This tiny town in Massachusetts is an absolute dream come true if you love hunting down amazing antiques. From massive shops that are packed to the gills with vintage goods to smaller stores full of retro treasures, here’s why Essex is the perfect place to go antiquing.

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Essex is regarded as "America’s Antique Capital," and it’s easy to see why.
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There are over 25 antique shops within a mile of each other!
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This town is a collector’s, dealer’s and decorator’s paradise.
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The White Elephant Shop specializes in collectible, unique gifts and "old things."
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They pay fair prices for your unwanted antiques and sell plenty of amazing books, jewelry, furniture, toys and old tools.
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Address: 32 Main Street (Rte. 133), Essex
Main Street Antiques is a massive shop with four packed floors of treasures.
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Their collection of vintage and antique wedding rings is breathtaking.
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Address: 44 Main Street, Essex
Howard’s Flying Dragon Antiques is an old-fashioned antique shop bursting with interesting odds and ends. You won’t be able to leave empty-handed.
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Address: 136 Main Street (Rte. 133), Essex
All Prints and Maps is a fascinating shop that specializes in 16th- to 19th-century maps, prints and engravings. It’s located in a carriage barn from the early 1800s and offers one of the largest selection of old prints in New England.
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Address: 34 Main Street Rear, (Rte. 133), Essex
Stop by AnnTiques for vintage furniture and accessories, as well as fine and costume jewelry and Native American artifacts.
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Address: 2 Rear Martin Street, Essex
If antiquing is your thing, you can't do better than a visit to the charming town of Essex.
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Check out the video below for a tour of Essex’s unique antique shops and charming Main Street. For more amazing places to shop for vintage treasures, take a look at our list of the best antique shops across the state here.

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