Blogs about unique shops found in the area.
Historica Plus Antique Gallery is located in the heart of Clearfield. Country Fox has been visiting this wonderful antique store for many years. As a result, we have found quite a few of our favorite pieces here. Once upon a time… In 1882 Mr. A.E. Leitzinger and Mr. J.F. Leitzinger joined with Mr. H.A. Kratzer …
This week we wrap up our overnight trip to Gettysburg. Missed Part I? Read it here. What sights did we see? We have visited so many times and have seen so many things. I was actually a little stumped on what to write about because there are just so many things to cover. I may …
One of our favorite places to visit is Gettysburg, PA. Steeped in history, this town offers something for everyone. This will be broken down into two parts to do justice to all the locations and businesses we visited. But what did we do while we were there? Read on to find out. Brief history lesson …
This weekend Country Fox explored Founders Crossing. Located in historic Bedford, PA, this building houses antiques and artisan crafted goods. After a delightful time shopping, we headed to a local eatery. Founders Crossing The building was constructed in the late 1800’s. Originally it was home to the Simon Oppenheimers Clothing Store. Through time it was …
How It Started Sun-Kissed Country Store began simply. Just a few handmade items at a basket auction/craft show. That was back in March of 2013. Things began to take off from there. In September of 2013 the first store front opened. This store front was on Philadelphia Street in Indiana. While business was doing well, …
Frye’s Antiques, Indiana PA: History Frye’s Antiques in Indiana PA is a large two story building located in Indiana county. They have been in operation for over 26 years. Joe Frye, Sr had been involved with antiques for 40-plus years. Before becoming Frye’s Antiques, they were known as Denise’s Antique Mall. They are now the …
Handcrafted is a term best used to describe this location. Not only do the owners provide consignment space for around thirty eight vendors of hand crafted and repurposed items, but the building itself has been handcrafted. Historical Beginnings Mayberry is located in Dilltown. Dilltown was laid out in 1850 by William Stephens and James C. …
This weekend I made a quick stop at an old factory in Punxsutawney, which opened it’s doors for a gathering of vendors hawking their goods. The building was a silk mill in the 19th century and has since been turned into a space for vendors of antique, artisan and hand made goods. The Nomadic Trading …