I walk by Architectural Antiques Exchange in Northern Liberties nearly every day. On some days, the door is open and I grab a little peek of what is beyond. Mysterious artifacts and bar furniture beckon a closer inspection.
It wasn't until this week that I dropped by to see what they had in stock. I was hunting out a bar to rent for an event with Eclatante Design, and they suggested we walk over to check things out. Inside the dimly lit space, we wandered through, amazed by the antique bar counters and canopy pub bars. It felt like being transported to a bar in a much earlier period. What if my great grandpa had sat at one of these bars over a stiff drink?
There wasn't just bar equipment. The place is huge. There are several floors of discoveries to be made and it feels like a bit of a maze. There were dozens of lamps, light fixtures, glassware, serveware, statues, chairs, tables, and assorted items. If you are looking to outfit your space in a specific vintage time period, you can do no better in the city than shop at Architectural Antiques Exchange. If you happen to be staging an event or need to rent an item for your theme party or show, the fantastic pieces can be yours for a brief moment. Maybe you're building a unique home? You can find antique doors and mirrors, and other details that you could work into the design.
Much of the furniture is in excellent condition and there are items that can be repaired or finished should you choose to rent or buy them. Architectural Antiques Exchange will deliver and set-up whatever you choose. Then you get to experience the 1930's, and until a time machine is invented, this is the way to do that. We found exactly what we were looking for.
Architectural Antiques Exchange
715 N 2nd Street
215-922-3669
Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 10 am - 5pm
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