My van was full of furniture for a week. I finally got up to Hudson Armory Art and Antiques to unload it on Saturday. The armory is owned and run by the Keegan family: Mom (Jean), Dad (Ed Sr) and Son (Ed Jr). They have an impressive selection of vendors with really decent pricing. A shame I didn’t have time to take pictures as the hubby was whining about needing something to eat after helping me unload.
Two Hudson dealers recommended I not go with the armory. They said it’s too far off the beaten path and I should stick to Warren Street. The other criticism was that the Keegans don’t try to sell the items because they’re not working on commission. Well, I gave them a chance anyway.
First of all, the monthly charge is $250 compared to the starting price of $600 plus commission at The Supermarket. Carousel came highly recommended, but has a waiting list. One dealer suggested The Coxsackie Antiques Center over the armory, saying it gets traffic from Hudson. I don’t get why something over the river, miles away would get more traffic than a shop around the corner. What am I missing?
What sold me on the armory is the space, number one. When we left, my husband said “I want to buy an armory.” Honey, say no more! I’m there! I also like the way my merch gels with everyone else’s. The items being sold aren’t stuffy expensive antiques. There’s an assortment of affordable eclectic offerings. A vintage phone booth for $450 was crying out to me to take it home for the brownstone hallway. “Add some coat hooks inside and make a little coat/brolly/mail closet.” It said. There was some decent vintage artwork for under $100. I saw architectural salvage as well as antique furnishings.
Hopefully next time I go, I’ll have the chance to shop and take pictures. And meet up with Hallie the Holy Hudson honey.
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ok #1 do not be disturbed by my late night commenting – you know I do this:)
I’m glad you are giving it a shot. I love the Armory space too. So gorgeous! I can confirm that the people do not try to sell stuff – if anything you can’t find them. On one had – while browsing I really appreciated that. But I can definitely see the downside. The few times I’ve been in there there were other shoppers there – though not tons. I’ll be curious to see how you do. Keep us updated.
Oh – and I’m still up for buying you coffee whenever.
The guy even told me this himself. He said it was “laid back” and they let people shop. That was the first day I went when he didn’t open the doors or turn on lights until I called.
The day I dropped stuff, the father and mother were there and they were both helping people. It wasn’t packed, but enough people were there to see me step on the dolly left on the floor and go flying. I saw a sale being made while I was in the office.
I know I won’t get rich from this, but if it can pay for itself (and gas) so I can move inventory around to keep it fresh, it’s worth it.
I’ve never heard of the place…and I live up ‘thereabouts’. I wonder where they advertise? Anyhoo, will have to check it out. Your stuff looks great, nice display!