Finest Antique Center in the Tri-State Area.

 

Nestled in the heart of Lambertville, a town renowned for its antique charm, stands a true treasure trove: The People’s Store. More than just an antique shop, it’s a Lambertville landmark, a place where history whispers from every carefully curated piece and where the thrill of the hunt is always alive.

 

For generations, The People’s Store has been a destination for collectors, decorators, and anyone with an appreciation for the past. Stepping inside is like stepping back in time. You’re immediately enveloped by a delightful jumble of furniture, art, jewelry, vintage clothing, and countless other fascinating objects. It’s a feast for the eyes, a place where you can easily lose yourself for hours, discovering hidden gems and sparking conversations with fellow treasure hunters.

 

What makes The People’s Store so special? It’s not just the sheer volume of antiques,

though that’s certainly impressive. It’s the feeling that your part of something special, a tradition that has been going strong for decades. The friendly and knowledgeable staff are always happy to share stories about the items, offering insights into their history and provenance.

This personal touch adds another layer of enjoyment to the experience.

 

Lambertville itself plays a vital role in The People’s Store’s story. This charming riverside town is a haven for antique lovers, with a vibrant community of shops and galleries. The People’s Store is a cornerstone of this scene, a place where locals and visitors alike come to connect with the past and find something truly unique.

 

 

Whether you’re a seasoned collector searching for that elusive piece to complete your collection, or simply someone who enjoys browsing and discovering interesting things, The People’s Store has something to offer. It’s a place where memories are rekindled, stories are shared, and the past comes alive.

 

In this blog series, we’ll delve deeper into the world of The People’s Store, exploring its history, meeting the people behind it, and uncovering the stories behind the treasures within. We’ll also explore Lambertville’s vibrant antique scene and offer tips for navigating the world of collecting.

Stay tuned for our next post, where we’ll share what you can expect on a visit to The People’s Store and offer some insider tips for making the most of your experience.

 

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Obscura Antiques and Oddities

Evan Michelson of Obscura Antiques and Oddities at the People’s Store.

If you’re in search of the strange, odd, and bizarre, visit Evan’s two showrooms at the People’s Store in Lambertville, NJ, located on the first and lower levels. You’ll discover an incredible collection of vintage medical artifacts, scientific curiosities, natural history items, fraternal memorabilia, circus and sideshow collectibles, and all things unusual.

Evan Michelson was part of Obscura Antiques and Oddities in the East Village of NYC for over twenty years and starred in the Discovery Channel series “Oddities.”

Some of these unique items are ideal gifts for your artistic and quirky friends.

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Tintype wet plate collodion photographer Studio in Lambertville NJ

Daniel Leocadi, a local wet plate collodion photographer, tintype studio on the second floor of the People’s Antique Store in Lambertville NJ.

There has not been a photographer like this in Lambertville since the Fritz photography studio that was situated next door and John C. Tibbles studio on the corner of Church and Union St during the 1860s – 1880s.

Wet plate collodion photography is one of the earliest photographic processes discovered by Frederick Scott Archer (UK) in the 1850s. The earliest photographs of the USA were captured by William Henry Jackson using this process, and Matthew Brady captured images of the American Civil War, many of which remain today.

Daniel uses this process of alchemy – silver, light, and a 1901 Century camera to capture a photograph onto a glass or metal plate. Once created, the plate is essentially an original physical work of art – a copy of the truth that can’t be changed or reproduced and, if taken care of, can last hundreds of years. The surreal raw quality can’t be matched by any digital process today. The entire process takes about 30 minutes per image and has several steps. Each plate is always unique and a product of many variables such as temperature, humidity, light, chemical formulas, and techniques, making it challenging to master.

The tintype portrait studio is open by appointment.

Tintype portraits and tintype sessions make unique and personal gifts for any occasion.

Book a session – https://daniel-leocadi.square.site/

Gift a session – https://squareup.com/gift/EBAAYJPF002G6/order

More info – https://www.danielleocadi.com/Portrait-Session

The studio does accept walk-ins based on availability. Book early to secure your spot. Looking forward to seeing you!

 

 

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Rich Weiss’s Copper Collection

Rich Weiss’s Copper Collection
In the 2nd floor gallery

If you’re a copper enthusiast, like most of us, you’re in for a treat at Rich’s exclusive showroom at the People’s Store. Here, you’ll find a stunning array of vintage copper kettles, pots, and pans. Many of these treasures have tin, nickel, silver, or steel linings. Rich’s meticulously curated collection is a testament to copper cookware’s enduring beauty and functionality. The main advantage of copper stove-top kettles is their exceptional heat conductivity, allowing water to boil with unparalleled speed.
Copper pots, the most desirable pan to cook in, have a rich history. They were one of the first metals to be worked by human hands 11,000 years ago, and are still primarily used in higher-end French restaurants and professional kitchens.
Copper heats quickly and evenly but loses that heat just as fast. This responsiveness gives it a skill and agility that can be very useful for delicate proteins like fish and seafood, as well as sauces, caramel, and chocolate—remove a copper saucepan holding a delicate sauce from the heat. Its temperature will drop rapidly, reducing the chances the sauce overcooks or breaks from exposure to the retained heat in the metal.
Enhance your kitchen with the timeless elegance and superior functionality of copper cookware. Visit Rich Weiss’s showroom and find a few copper pieces to elevate your cooking experience.
Open every day 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.

PEOPLE’S STORE ANTIQUES CENTER
28 North Union Street
Lambertville NJ 08530

www.PeoplesStore.net
609-397-9808

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**Makers Alley 2024 Juried Fall Exhibition**

**Makers Alley 2024 Juried Fall Exhibition**

 

The vibrant art and design scene in the Delaware River community is alive and thriving! Join us in celebrating local talent at the Makers Alley Juried Fall Exhibition, where you can explore unique artwork that may be the perfect addition to your home.

 

The fifth annual Juried Art & Artisan Exhibition will run until November 24th.

 

**Exhibition Hours:**

– Fridays: 4 PM – 7 PM

– Saturdays and Sundays: 11 AM – 6 PM

 

*Please note that the Exhibition Gallery will be closed the weekend of November 9th and 10th for a Bucks County Playhouse workshop.*

 

Location: Lambertville Hall, 57 Bridge Street, Lambertville, NJ

 

Lambertville Hall, formerly the First Baptist Church, is a Romanesque Revival building constructed in 1868. It now serves as a performance and rehearsal center for the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, making it a perfect setting for this art exhibit.

 

www.makersalley.org

 

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30th Annual Outdoor Juried New Hope Arts & Crafts Festival

30th Annual Outdoor Juried New Hope Arts & Crafts Festival

 

September 21 – 22, 2024

Saturday 10 am – 5 pm • Sunday 10 am – 4 pm

New Hope-Solebury High School, New Hope PA

182 West Bridge Street in New Hope, PA

(only one 1-Mile away from the People’s Store in Lambertville, NJ)

 

Outdoors * Rain or Shine * Entertainment * Children’s Art Activities * Festival Food *

Free Shuttle to/from Downtown & Paid Onsite Parking

Admission:  $5

Over 160 juried fine Artists and Craftsmen will exhibit using media such as oil paintings, watercolors, pastels, sculpture, fine and fun jewelry, ceramics, works in wood, fiber, furniture, wearable art, glass art, photography, outsider art, and more. The Festival takes place at the New Hope – Solebury High School parking lot, just a few minutes walk from the center of the business district, and there is a free bus to from the Festival parking to South Main St at the Bucks County Playhouse.

Please “Like” New Hope Arts and Crafts Festival on Facebook If you haven’t seen our commercial in your area, watch the video here.

 

For More Information:

New Hope Arts & Crafts

George Price

newhopeartsandcrafts@gmail.com

 

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Old Punks Social Dance Party

After a day of shopping at the People’s Store, walk on over the bridge to the New Hope Arts center. There are plenty of places in town for a pre-party or after party.

Old Punks Social Dance Party

October 12, 7 pm-11 pm

Join DJs Alex Vance (Zadars) and Ted Jacobs (Tender Trap, BKLN) Saturday, October 12th from 7 to 11 pm at the New Hope Arts Center as they spin the best in Punk, New Wave, and Alternative music from their misspent youth.

 

$10 cover. All proceeds go to help support New Hope Arts.

 

There will be a donation bar of beer and wine, and themed signature cocktails, and plenty of dancing!

 

No costume required Because Everyday is Halloween!

 

New Hope Arts Center

2 Stockton Ave, 2nd floor

New Hope, PA 18938 

 

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GREASE – the play

Grease

August 9 – September 8, 2024

 

Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey

Directed by Hunter Foster

 

BUCKS COUNTY PLAYHOUSE

70 S. MAIN ST.

NEW HOPE, PA 18938

BOX OFFICE

215-862-2121

 

It’s Rydell High in 1959, and the duck-tailed, hot-rodding “Burger Palace Boys” and the gum-snapping, hip-shaking “Pink Ladies” rule the roost. After a summer romance, Danny and Sandy are unexpectedly reunited for their senior year, but can they survive the good and bad times at Rydell High?

 

 

Choreographed by ALISON SOLOMON

Musical Direction by LUKE MOLLOY

Scenic Design by SETH HOWARD

Costume Design by NICOLE V. MOODY

Lighting Design by KIRK BOOKMAN

Sound Design by JEFF SHERWOOD

Hair & Wig Design by SARAH NORTON

Casting by HARDT CASTING

 

 

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Solving Our Human Problems |Talk & Meditation

 

 

Solving Our Human Problems |Talk & Meditation

with Rob Kelly

Date: August 24 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Location:  204 N. Union Street, Lambertville NJ

Join them for a class that explores solutions to our daily problems and difficulties, using Buddha’s teachings to change our world by changing our mind. No previous meditation experience is needed. Everyone welcome.

$12 (bring a friend for FREE!)

For more info, visit: https://www.meditationinnewjersey.org/events

 

Menlha Kadampa Meditation Center

Menlha Kadampa Meditation Center exists to provide everybody in our region with the opportunity to learn about and practice Buddha’s teachings. To fulfill this aim they have created a peaceful sanctuary located in Lambertville, NJ. The center’s founder, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso devoted his entire life to the learning and flourishing of Buddhist teachings throughout the world, and their insights and meanings are all presented in a format that is accessible and suitable for modern-day practitioners. Everyone, regardless of nationality, culture, age, gender, religion, race, or sexual preference has the opportunity to practice scientifically proven methods for solving problems of every day life that ultimately lead to true and lasting happiness.

 

Afterward, visit us at the People’s Store Antiques Center at 28 North Union Street, Lambertville. We have four floors, with working artist studios on the 3rd floors, open every day 10-6.

You’ll find lots of creative energy within our town and the People’s Store.

Starman – A Tribute to Bowie – NEW HOPE PA 02/23

 

Starman – A Tribute to Bowie

Fri, Feb 23, 2024 at 8:00 PM

Havana, 105 S Main St, New Hope, PA, 18938

 

Together since 2014, STARMAN: The Bowie Tribute was recently chosen as one of the top 10 NJ Tribute Bands by both NJ 101.5 (2016 & 2021/22) and NEW JERSEY MONTHLY.

STARMAN presents the entire dynamic David Bowie Experience, covering all stages of his career. This includes mid-set costume changes -executed flawlessly- to represent his ever evolving stage personas and musical styles. Performed with much humor and a deep love of his music, the concert is authentically presented by an ensemble of 7 dedicated musicians who perform David Bowie’s catalogue with care, humorous reverence, and impeccable attention to detail.

 

 

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