Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Antique Destination in Holly, Michigan
Holly Antiques has been a cornerstone of Holly, Michigan for over 25 years, offering a curated collection of rare and hard-to-find antiques, vintage, and collectible items. Housed in a historic 1800s building that once served as a hardware store, our establishment combines architectural charm with a diverse array of merchandise from over 35 dealers and consigners. Co-owners Robbin Yelverton and Jerome Raska, both with extensive retail and design expertise, have revitalized the space since acquiring it in 2016, introducing modern amenities while preserving its historic character.Our second-floor expansion, The Bats in the Belfry, showcases upcycled, shabby chic, and handmade items alongside traditional antiques. We provide booth rentals, showcase rentals, and consignment opportunities for vendors, maintaining strict standards for merchandise authenticity and quality. With a commitment to community engagement and customer satisfaction, we offer a unique shopping experience that bridges the past and present.
Services
Antique Sales
Consignment Services
Booth Rentals
Showcase Rentals
Vendor Opportunities
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of expertise in antique curation and retail.
- Our historic building provides a unique shopping experience with architectural charm.
- We maintain strict standards for merchandise authenticity and quality.
- We provide diverse vendor opportunities with flexible rental options.
- Our knowledgeable owners have extensive backgrounds in retail and design.
What people say
Historic charm
Diverse inventory
Knowledgeable staff
Unique shopping experience
Well-maintained building
Services
Antique Sales
Holly Antiques offers a curated selection of authentic antiques, vintage items, and collectibles dating prior to 1980. Our inventory includes rare and hard-to-find pieces from over 35 dealers and consigners. The historic building itself enhances the shopping experience with its original architectural features.
Consignment Services
We provide consignment opportunities for pre-1980 items meeting our quality standards. Consignors receive 75% of sales proceeds after a 25% commission. Items are displayed for up to 12 months with automatic price reductions every three months to ensure marketability.
Booth Rentals
Flexible booth rental options start at 50 sq. ft. with monthly leases. Vendors must work two days monthly per 100 sq. ft. and maintain their space. Security deposits and credit card payments ensure accountability while preserving our historic setting.
Showcase Rentals
Secure showcase rentals available in various sizes for month-to-month terms. Vendors may bring their own cases or rent ours with locking options. Monthly maintenance ensures optimal presentation of valuable antique items.
Vendor Opportunities
We offer multiple vendor pathways including booth rentals, showcase rentals, and consignment agreements. All vendors benefit from our established reputation, foot traffic, and marketing efforts while maintaining strict quality control standards for merchandise authenticity.
People
Robbin Yelverton
Co-Owner and Manager
With over 30 years in retail, Robbin Yelverton is an award-winning floral designer and educator. He serves on multiple industry boards and brings extensive management experience to Holly Antiques' operations.
Jerome Raska
Co-Owner
Jerome Raska, with three decades in retail, specializes in product development and floral education. He previously led the Michigan Floral Association and contributes strategic expertise to Holly Antiques' growth initiatives.
Questions
What types of items do you accept for consignment?
We accept pre-1980 items with significant collectability, excluding reproductions. All merchandise must be clean, undamaged, and approved by our staff for historical value or rarity.
Can I rent booth space without working required duty days?
Yes, but a $12/hour fee applies for staff coverage. Working vendors receive priority scheduling and typically experience higher sales volume through direct customer engagement.
How are prices determined for consigned items?
Initial pricing follows market value assessments by our staff. Items receive automatic 25% discounts every three months, with consignors retaining 75% of final sales proceeds after commission.
What makes Holly Antiques historically significant?
Our building dates to the 1800s, surviving multiple fires and serving as a hardware store for 50 years. The original oak floors, tin ceiling, and stained glass windows preserve Michigan's commercial heritage.
How do payments work for consignment sales?
Consignment payments are issued monthly on the 10th. Vendors may pick up checks in person or provide self-addressed envelopes for mailed payments, with 90-day validity for uncashed checks.
What are your regular operating hours?
We operate seven days a week, 10 AM to 5 PM, closing only on major holidays and severe weather days. Hours are posted both online and at our Holly, Michigan location.
