Big Bend Antique Gallery

If you’re interested in browsing antique stores for little oddball items, this is not the place to go. They seem to specialize in furniture, artwork, and dishes.
The store has a fairly open layout so it rarely feels crowded. There are some books and small knick-​knacks, but mostly it’s full of upscale pieces.

Prices seemed high. Staff was not friendly or very helpful. I was interested in one item that somehow went up another $ 15 on the way to the cash register? I’m sure it had been sitting on the shelf for years, and will sit there many more years. I was much more impressed with their competition next door and left there with some fabulous buys. Oh, and they will not allow you to use their restroom. They send you next door to their competition! Doubtful I will return to give them another try. Just too unfriendly to the customers.

The booths seem kind of empty, but it’s got a lot of larger pieces, so I wouldn’t necessarily come here for the tchotchkes, but if you need actual furniture… sure.
It shares a parking lot with Treasure Aisles antique mall, so it’s a good stop to make a day of it, but if you’re anything like me, you’ll spend more time in Treasure Aisles than in this place.

I like this antique mall a lot.
There are different cubicles for each vendor in this mall which is similar to most other malls, but the first thing that I noticed what that the place was clean, neat and much tidier than the other place, and I liked that.
They have a wide assortment of collectables, antique and otherwise, that range from nice to kinda junky. There was a lot of glass and china, some kitchen utensil type stuff and lots of furniture.
I was looking for something specific for my apartment in Terre Haute, but like the other place, I didn’t find it, but I was not discouraged. I’m sure that I will find exactly what I’m looking for sometime in the future.
I like this place and plan on visiting it whenever I’m around.

They seemed to have a lot of larger pieces. The items were displayed nicely, but that also means not as much to choose from. Prices seemed high but it may be more of a specialty store?

I scored a great little bookshelf here.

There is a decent selection, but it is quite overpriced compared to other shops in the area, but the biggest reason not to shop here is the attitude of the shop keepers. I have seen a witnessed a more discourteous and unfriendly lot of people. Don’t bother asking them anything, as the answer is always «no». Instead, wander across the parking lot to Treasure Isles, one of the best and friendliest antique malls in the Midwest

Very nice selection in this spotlessly clean antique mall. Prices seem to be fair, and while I didn’t find anything fitting my personal tastes I do think they have a little of everything. Large, well organized store. Right next to Treasure Aisles, a very similar antique mall.

Treasure Aisles is far superior to Big Bend Antique based on prices, variety of selection and the fact that there is NO AIR CONDITIONING IN BIG BEND ANTIQUE.
I don’t care what you are selling, if it’s 105 degrees outside, you better furnish my AC before I furnish my house with your goods.

Huge selection, but prices were a bit high. Definitely worth browsing, but I prefer Treasure Aisles on the other side of the parking lot.

I would say this place has «higher end» quality of stuff then the antique store across he parking lot. After leaving the other one and going to this one I was a little overwhelmed so it was hard to concentrate on looking at things. Their A/​C was out so it was REALLY hard to focus as I was sweating! There was a sign out front that said they were closing due to extreme heat. OBVIOUSLY. Get the A/​C fixed. There were a lot of fans but it wasn’t enough. I felt that the selection at this one was better then the one across the street so that was a plus for me. This building is in crappy condition too. Horrible water stains all across the ceiling and in certain parts there wasn’t any ceiling. I wasn’t able to stay there long due to the heat. Maybe I’ll give it another try when it’s not summer.

Store is very well put together and has a store front with a better presentation than Treasure Aisles next door (both share a parking lot, pleanty of parking spots between the two). Almost all the vendor spaces were like mini show rooms. Prices where a bit higher that other antique malls, and assume that is why they went with «Gallery» for the name. I asked if any vendors had specials or sales and was told there was some give on the prices that vendors allow, just to ask. Nice and friendly people. Overall it’s an nice store but will not be returning anytime soon.

A little pricier than Treasure Aisles (across the parking lot), it’s also huge and mostly well-​organized. I could easily spend an entire afternoon persuring the many booths. And never fear — there are still bargains to be had. The areas in back tend to be more affordable. I’ve gotten pictures and even furniture marked down to garage sale prices; the fact that it’s harder to find them just increases the thrill of the hunt!

Oh, the calamity… no IKEA in St. Louis?! However shall I furnish my apartment?!
Fortunately, there’s plenty of independent antique shops that I’d gladly support. & who doesn’t like spending the afternoon looking at unique pieces that could pass as royal heirloom?
The Big Bend Antique Gallery is right across the street from Treasure Aisles Antique Mall. It’s not nearly as cluttered as Treasure Aisles, & you can tell that the owners make an effort to tastefully display each & every piece (probably the MOST organized antique shop i’ve experience). Natural lighting illuminates the gallery. From the outside it looks as if there’s not much inside, but once you walk past the display area towards the back, it’s a HUGE warehouse! There are distinct aisles with various themed booths that show how each piece can be used in a room. The most exciting part of antique-​ing is that you’ll never know what you’ll find!
Tips:
— Give yourself plenty of time to browse.
— Make sure you eat before you go for endurance.
— Keep in mind what aisle you saw a potential piece — it can get confusing when there’s so much to look at.
MOST IMPORTANT TIP!
— Don’t be afraid to ask for a lower price! I got 10% off on both of my French Colonial night tables that were in great condition.