Business Details
Your Destination for Unique Home Decor & Gifts in Olean, NY
Christie's Boutique was founded with a passion for preserving history and supporting local communities. Our mission is to curate unique items that celebrate Olean's heritage while fostering connections through art, antiques, and locally sourced products. We specialize in handpicked treasures ranging from vintage furniture to modern home decor, blending French-Country Farmhouse aesthetics with industrial influences. Our commitment extends beyond commercewe donate a portion of every sale to local charities like the Olean Food Pantry.With deep roots in Allegany, NY, we aim to showcase Olean's beauty through a carefully curated selection of Calamityware, handmade artwork, and gift baskets featuring regional favorites. Our historic brick building at 119 North Union Street serves as both a retail space and a testament to the community's resilience, offering visitors an immersive experience where every item tells a story.
Services
Home Decor
Antiques
Gift Baskets
Local Artwork
Calamityware Products
Highlights and features
- We support local charities with every purchase through the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation
- Our inventory combines vintage items with contemporary local artwork and specialty products
- We offer customizable gift baskets featuring regional favorites like Sprague's Maple Syrup
- Our boutique occupies a historic brick building dating to Olean's post-fire reconstruction era
- We specialize in French-Country Farmhouse style with industrial modern accents
Services
Home Decor
Our curated home decor collection blends French-Country Farmhouse aesthetics with industrial modern elements. We offer handpicked furniture, wall art, and decorative accents that reflect Olean's heritage while meeting contemporary tastes. Every piece undergoes careful selection to ensure quality and uniqueness.
Antiques
We specialize in authentic antiques that connect customers with Olean's rich history. Our collection includes carefully restored furniture, period-specific decor, and unusual artifacts sourced locally and beyond. Each item receives detailed historical context to enhance its value and appeal.
Gift Baskets
Create personalized gift baskets starting at $20 using regional specialties from Sprague's Maple Farms, Four Mile Brewing, and other local producers. Our staff expertly arranges items in themed baskets suitable for birthdays, holidays, or corporate gifting while supporting community businesses.
Local Artwork
We showcase local artists through rotating exhibitions of handmade paintings, sculptures, and crafts. Our gallery space features emerging talent alongside established creators, providing exposure while offering customers authentic regional art pieces with provenance.
Calamityware Products
We offer exclusive Calamityware items featuring Don Moyer's distinctive designs. These humorous yet sophisticated products combine visual appeal with clever storytelling, creating conversation pieces that maintain their charm at both close range and from a distance.
People
Christie Brook
Owner
Christie Brook, a lifelong Allegany resident, founded Christie's Boutique to celebrate Olean's beauty and resilience. With deep community ties, she curates inventory that reflects regional heritage while supporting local charities through business proceeds.
Questions
What types of products do you offer?
We carry curated home decor, antiques, Calamityware products, local artwork, and customizable gift baskets featuring regional specialties.
Do you support local businesses?
Yes, we exclusively feature products from local producers like Sprague's Maple Farms and Four Mile Brewing Company.
Are gift baskets customizable?
Yes, we offer customizable gift baskets starting at $20 with options from 10+ local vendors.
Is your building historically significant?
Our store at 119 North Union Street previously housed Olean's first woman pharmacist and the First National Bank.
Do you donate to community causes?
We donate a portion of every sale to local charities through the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
