Everyone Should Visit This Amazing Antique Barn Near Cleveland At Least Once
By Nikki Rhoades|Published December 16, 2018
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Nikki Rhoades
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
Antiques are a delightful addition to every home. They come in various forms, and they always come with a bit of personality. Antiques tend to reflect the craftsmanship of olden times, and they often tell a story about how people in our area once lived. Antiques, vintage goods, and modern designs all peacefully coexist in one barn in Painesville, and a visit is in order for every Clevelander.
Perhaps the most exciting aspect of antique shopping is the fact that you never know what you're going to find.
As you wander and wind through displays, you'll uncover glassware, jewelry, clothing, artwork, collectibles, and so much more. You may be seeking something in particular, but chances are that you'll find something you didn't even know you needed.
One antique complex in Painesville, the Miscellaneous Barn, celebrates the excitement of the treasure hunt, and their name is a nod to the randomness of the search.
With a random assortment of old, vintage, and new, this antique complex is a treasure hunt waiting to take place.
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The barn first opened as an antique shop decades ago, when a local purchased it and hosted a giant garage sale to rid the barn of the miscellaneous farming supplies and antiques that lined its expanse.
Located at 240 Mantle Rd. in Painesville, it's likely that only locals knew about this hidden treasure in the barn's first run as a business. However, it now attracts visitors from all over the nation.
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But his garage sale was a hit, and it grew into a 28,000 square foot antique business.
This massive campus is your one-stop-shop for the weird and wonderful alike. All sorts of fantastic finds greet visitors, ranging from huge rustic furniture to tiny and sophisticated earrings.
The campus of this antique shop also includes the White House, and it holds all sorts of World War II-era discoveries.
The elegance of the '40s is brought to life in this former home. Refined and selective, the collection within is perfect if you are searching for post-Depression era goods.
The Miscellaneous Barn is open Tuesday through Saturday between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., and it also operates Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.
Antique shopping is truly a treasure hunt, and you never know what exciting discoveries await you. This complex surrounding a vibrant red barn in Painesville is a treasure hunter’s dream, and it’s close enough to Cleveland to be well worth the trip. What wonders are you hoping to discover within?
