I love traditions – even if they border on the unusual! My family has had a lake house in northeastern PA for almost 30 years ago, and I have literally spent all of those years up at Elk Lake for Independence Day. Over time our family has developed another annual event. Part of our 4th of July tradition is to head to Dancing Dog Antiques about a half an hour away. So sometime around July 4th, we pile into the car and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way to rural Lakewood. Take a peek at what we found this year!
This post is not sponsored and is born out of a love for antiques, tradition, and all of the vintage treasures I’ve found over the years.
Our 4th of July Tradition
Dancing Dog Antiques – Lakewood, PA
the outside
Even though it’s rural, an accurate GPS will take you straight to the barn filled with all sorts of goodies. Signs pepper the way back off of the main road, and the stately barn is there to greet you. I also love that there is an American flag front and center to mark the entry.
the inside
Of course, the variety of vintage finds inside is why we head out there. From art and architectural pieces to furniture and collectibles, we literally never know what we will find. Just take a peek at all of the antiques throughout! Oh, and the name Dancing Dog pays homage to the fact that the owner, Catherine, found a vintage “dancing dog” card from a children’s game in a piece of furniture…and the rest is history!
isn’t that a fun place??
I’m so glad we found Dancing Dog years ago. I have to walk through again and again and again because I always find something new with each round I make throughout the store. Until next July 4th, Dancing Dog! I can’t wait…
Want to head there yourself? Head to their website HERE, and be sure to tell Catherine “hello” for me! Also, while you are around, take a look at some of our other US adventures here.
Comments
14 responses to “4th of July Tradition {Dancing Dog Antiques}”
First of all Happy 4th July. Dancing Dog Antiques name itself is so sweet. And I enjoyed reading something absolutely different. The pictures are marvellous. And to be very honest it really looks like a fun place.
Browsing antique stores is so fun! The costume jewelry is my favorite. Happy 4th of July!
She had SUCH great costume jewelry – some at just $1!!
We’re not too far from North East, therefore, Lakewood, PA. I’ll have to check it out. I think I seen some salts and I remember those items on the table from my grandmother’s house about 4 decades ago (originally it was her grandmothers). This really brings back memories!
Oh! I hope you get to stop by her shop someday.
Happy Fourth! This looks like such a quaint, rustic place to visit! Your pictures look so nice. I’m recently married and it will be nice to start our own holiday tradition so this is definitely giving me something to consider!
Wow! Look at all those antiques collection you have even the vintage architecture of the place is really amazing. Loved the place and hope to visit someday.
I would like to greet all of you with a Happy 4th of July and I think it looks like a lot of fun visiting this place.
LOVE LOVE LOVE. We love going out and shopping at antique stores. This store looks so rustic and beautiful.
Happy fourth of July! This looks like a lovely tradition to have. It looks like a lot of fun.
Looks like so much fun! It’s a fun 4th of July celebration. You never know what history lies in the treasures you find!
“The insides” are just stunning, filled with all sort of antiques.Love the suitcases the most and wonder if there is any gem hidden inside.
What a fun place to be! Those items are really beautiful, I must say. Thank you for sharing! I look forward to maybe being here in the future. 🙂
That is a really nice antique shop. Love to see all the variety of items available.