The journey down Route 66 brings colorful dreamers, trusted travel buddies, and best of all, antiquing mavens! Join the excursion and follow us through Route 66, 6th Street, and Amarillo in your guide to antiquing and thrifting in the yellow city!
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Antiques, Decor, and More
Your guide to new-to-you goodies begins at The Nat. As the former Natatorium envelops you in the warmth of splashing neighbors and jazz melodies, explore this repurposed paradise with over 100 vendors boasting unique Texas vintage finds.
Named after the official flower of Texas, BlueBonnet Hill Antiques brings previously loved furniture and vintage gifting into the spotlight. Experience local artist’s renditions of Palo Duro Canyon State Park, jewelry pieces touting bright turquoise, and home décor that can’t be left behind on your next stop in.
A cozy corner in Bluebonnet Hill Furniture & Antiques
Decorative plates, lavish lamps, and sports memorabilia wait for their new life at Memaw’s & Papa’s Collectables. This collector’s oasis hosts scores of Coca Cola licensed items, model cars and airplanes, and pottery!
To get your fill of Route 66, 6th Street Antique Mall speaks to the rambler in us all! Cruise through vendors of all shapes and sizes and take special care to grab your memorabilia of your time on America’s first highway!
We all dream of our fairytale thrift find – no better place to find magic than at Evermore. Vintage dishware, revitalized furniture, and a carriage-load of other whimsical finds wait for you!
If history is your passion, Whispering Pine Antiques has you hook, line, and sunk! Finds like a Freemason’s voting box, usual tools, and Model T headlamps are sure to stretch your historic collector’s legs!
Standing tall like the prickly pear cacti native to West Texas, Cactus Vintage’s beautiful mix of antique and modern finds is sure to help you find exactly what you’re looking for. From restored furniture pieces, meticulously kept antiquities, and the world-famous Route 66 Soda in seven flavors, taking home a piece of West Texas will prove easy and Amarillo breezy.
Aunt EEK's Books & Curiosities
For the strange, unusual, and incredible, Aunt Eek’s Books & Curiosities brings out the Edgar Allen Poe in all of us. In the center of the San Jacinto neighborhood, explore Aunt Eek’s well-traveled and curated collections while chatting through your fondest travel memories. After your trip down the Rabbit Hole, be sure to grab a bite at any of the fantastic food locations down the strip!
Set your table at Antique’s Plus, Amarillo’s home for vintage high-end glassware, including Fenton Glass, Waterford, and Lalique Fine Crystal.
For the dopamine decorator, Time Passages has the best finds for your colorful mind! From globes of every style to vintage motor company signage, Time Passages will have you blissful and budget friendly. Pro tip: be sure to follow their Facebook page for more information on local estate sales, along with available finds!
Texas Ivy Antiques
Woven into the fabric of Amarillo and Route 66 stands Texas Ivy Antiques. This family-owned staple put down roots in 1997 and pays homage to all who love vintage dishware, art deco, and garden décor! Make sure you stop by and take a picture with the iconic Route 66 sign, covered in beautiful ivy plants and get your Route 66 passport stamped for special offers!
Now owned by previous vendor Cindy Miller, explore the 30,000 square feet of the maze known as Alley Katz Antique Emporium! Experience the 40 years of passion and play in your next antiquing adventure with 40+ unique and intentional vendors with stories to tell!
Thrift & Consignment
If your heart belongs to thrifting or consignment, Amarillo is the hub for the surrounding Texas Panhandle, meaning your finds are gathered from far and wide!
America’s Best Thrift and Discount knows that finding items that speak to your heart can be difficult without intentional organization, that’s why they’ve ensured your experience is top tier! Enjoy half price clothing and linens Mondays and Wednesday and knowing that a percentage your purchases and donations support The Bridge Children’s Advocacy Center!
The Uptown Shoppe at Thrift City is your upscale resale stop for designer labels, purses, shoes, furs, accessories, and other high-end merchandise. As part of the Downtown Women’s Shelter, proceeds contribute to the mission of “provid(ing) housing and services to overcome homelessness and addiction.”
2nd Impression Consignment Company has over 80 years of combined experience and specializes in a wide selection of home décor, fine furniture, rugs, and gentle used Women’s clothing. Be sure to explore their social media for the some of the best sales (and reels!)
After you’ve grabbed your one-of-a-kind find, be sure to explore our favorite local eats and join us for one of the many community events. Wherever the wind might blow you on your journey to Amarillo, we hope to see you on Route 66 with your own antique or thrifted piece of West Texas!
Find more about what’s in store:
- The Nat
- BlueBonnet Hill Antiques
- Memaw’s & Papa’s Collectables
- 6th Street Antique Mall
- Evermore
- Whispering Pine Antiques
- Cactus Vintage
- Antiques Plus
- Texas Ivy Antiques
- Alley Katz Antique Emporium
- Aunt Eek’s Books & Curiosities
- Time Passages
- America’s Best Thrift and Discount
- Uptown Shoppe at Thrift City
- 2nd Impression Consignment Company