Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Discover Buffalo's Largest Antique Collection
Established in 1955, Sloan's Antiques has been a cornerstone of Buffalo's East Side for over six decades. Our three-story store offers an extensive collection of antiques spanning Victorian, Art Deco, Art Nouveau, and Mid-Century Modern styles, alongside architectural salvage, religious artifacts, and unique decorative pieces. As a family-run business since its inception, we combine generational expertise with a passion for preserving history through our curated inventory. Our team, including third-generation proprietors Max and Liz Sloan, provides personalized guidance to help customers discover treasures suited to their needs.With thousands of square feet of inventory and continuous additions to our online platforms, we serve collectors, decorators, and production designers seeking distinctive items. Our commitment to quality and authenticity is reflected in our diverse offerings, from antique furniture to rare religious artifacts, ensuring every visitor finds something extraordinary. The store's rich history, rooted in the resilience of founders Sol and Gertrude Sloan, continues to shape our dedication to customer satisfaction and community engagement.
Services
Antiques
Art
Furniture
Architectural Salvage
Religious Artifacts
Hardware & Lighting
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of expertise in antique curation and preservation
- Our inventory spans multiple design eras including Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern
- Family-owned operation with generational knowledge of antiques
- We provide access to rare architectural salvage pieces from local sources
- Third-generation staff offers personalized service for collectors and designers
Services
Antiques
Our antique collection features pieces from Victorian, Art Deco, and Mid-Century Modern periods. We offer furniture, decorative items, and collectibles carefully curated over 60 years. Each piece undergoes authentication to ensure historical accuracy and quality, appealing to collectors and interior designers seeking unique additions for residential or commercial spaces.
Architectural Salvage
We specialize in salvaged architectural components from Buffalo's historic structures. Our inventory includes doors, windows, moldings, and hardware preserved from demolition sites. These authentic pieces help preserve local history while providing sustainable materials for restoration projects, film sets, and creative installations.
Religious Artifacts
Our religious artifacts collection features statuary, paintings, and ceremonial objects from decommissioned local churches. Items include candle holders, pews, and kneeling stands that maintain their historical and spiritual significance. These pieces appeal to collectors, museums, and institutions seeking authentic religious art for preservation or display.
People
Sol Sloan
Founder
Holocaust survivor who established the business in 1955 after immigrating to Buffalo. His entrepreneurial spirit transformed a small junk store into a multi-story antique emporium.
Gertrude Sloan
Co-Founder
War survivor who helped build the business alongside her husband Sol. Her resilience and business acumen contributed to the store's growth into a Buffalo landmark.
Max Sloan
Current Operator
Second-generation proprietor managing the store since 1976. Continues the family tradition of curating quality antiques while maintaining the business's historical legacy.
Questions
What types of antiques do you specialize in?
We offer a wide range including Victorian, Art Deco, and Mid-Century Modern furniture, architectural salvage, religious artifacts, and decorative art from the 19th and 20th centuries.
Can I find architectural salvage items from Buffalo buildings?
Yes, we preserve and sell authentic architectural elements salvaged from historic Buffalo structures, including doors, windows, and ornamental features.
Do you have religious artifacts available?
Our religious artifacts collection includes statuary, paintings, and ceremonial objects sourced from local decommissioned churches and religious institutions.
Is the store wheelchair accessible?
Our three-story building has limited accessibility; please contact us directly for specific accessibility information and assistance options.
