How much fun can we have for $5.00?? Vintage market and Museum.
I picked up Lorraine, and off we went to the Vintage Market at the Kellogg House Museum. Since it was a vintage event, we decided to get dolled-up—hats, dresses, the whole look. The joke was on us, though… we were the only guests who dressed up! Still, we got plenty of compliments, so I wasn’t invisible for once—which is my usual senior-citizen superpower. I’m starting to think costumes might be my new strategy for being seen. (But that’s a post for another day.)
The venue was spectacular—live bluegrass music floated through the air, banjos twanging and fiddles humming happy tunes that made your toes tap without permission. Laughter mingled with the scent of lavender and vanilla candles . Every booth seemed to sparkle with treasures: vintage jewelry, repurposed antiques, and whimsical crafts.
The Kellogg House itself (no, not the cereal family) was built in 1898 and shows off some truly unique shipbuilding/homebuilding details. The central stairway post? A real ship’s mast from the 1700s! My vertigo tendencies were put to the test as I spiraled up and down those narrow, creaky steps, but it was worth it for the view from the top. (See pic!)
We visited the blacksmith shop, admired the ironwork, and then rewarded ourselves with a very modern hamburger—juicy, smoky, and not at all antique. Lorraine found a lovely metal butterfly 🦋 for her patio and a delicate heart-shaped necklace, upcycled from Grandma’s china plates. I almost caved on a teal-blue sea-glass necklace (my weakness!) but managed to resist.
The entrance fee was only $5, and we easily had $100 worth of fun. Plus, we looked adorable—and that’s priceless.
Your Wonder: Google your local museums, invite a friend, and set a date to find a wonder in your own backyard.
