When it comes to antiques, you won’t find a bigger selection to choose from than in Atlanta, Georgia. Rebuilt after the Civil War, Atlanta’s love for antiques has only increased over time. Consisting of three antique-centric neighborhoods, you’ll find everything from multi-dealer shops to individual stores, to malls to consignment dealers. Any time of year is a good time to visit Atlanta, but on the second weekend of the month, two shows attract buyers from around the world. The shows go by the names of, the Lakewood Antiques Market, and the Scott Show. Both shows include furniture, decorative arts and accents, carpets, lighting, ceramics, jewelry, art and more.

Atlanta is also home to many wonderful cultural and performing arts activities. Museums worth exploring include the Martin Luther King Center, the botanical society, and the High Museum of Art, which boasts a significant collection of 19th through 20th century American furniture and arts, including masterpieces of the Herter Brothers. The Atlanta History Center also showcases a variety of fascinating items such as textiles, urban historic pieces, furnishings and other interesting historical objects.