The Farm Gate

06/17/2024

Just love this little birdhouse framed by the stained glass window. ❤

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

06/17/2024

Happy Sunny Monday! 😊

With a beautiful day in the forecast, it's the perfect time to head on down to the Antique Shops in Great Village. 😊

Clair and Robby both brought in some awesome new items on the weekend and with four Shops in the Village there is lots to explore and discover. 😊

Robby delivered this gorgeous cupboard to the Shop yesterday. ❤ And check out the Fisherman carving on top of it! 😊

It was awesome to see all the Dads yesterday. I got to meet a fabulous young couple from Ontario with their 8 week old son. What a sweetheart. ❤ He was getting Daddy his first Father's Day gift. ❤

Looking forward to seeing you in the Village today! 😊

Clair's Classics and Antiques & Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

06/15/2024

Father's Day is tomorrow! Drop on down and find Dad the perfect gift! 😊

We are OPEN until 5 today! 😊

Clair's Classics and Antiques & Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

06/12/2024

Some fabulous new pieces arrived at Robby's Shop today!! 😊

Including...

This gorgeous Chest on Chest Dresser which is from the 1800's and is in incredible condition. ❤

These four sets of plates are made in France and each have a lovely fun, whimsical theme to them. From Oranges and Apples to Camembert Cheese and Lemons. What great gifts they would make! 😊

And this amazing Bust of Sir Robert Borden, the 8th Prime Minister of Canada and who was born in Grand Pré, Nova Scotia, is simply stunning. 😊

And so many more items! Drop on down tomorrow. We are Open from 10 to 5. 😊

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

06/09/2024

A few pictures from upstairs at Robby's Shop this afternoon. 😊

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

06/08/2024

Make a wish. ❤

06/08/2024

A few pictures from downstairs at Robby's Shop this afternoon. 😊

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

06/01/2024

The Warehouse Sale is happening now! 😊

425 Station Road, Great Village

06/01/2024

Hello Weekend!! 😊

Drop on down to Great Village this weekend and check out all the new items! So much to see! And don't forget Clair"s Warehouse Sale is happening today! 425 Station Road. There is something for everyone. 😊

Clair's Classics and Antiques & Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village

06/01/2024

This is definitely the Sale that you don't want to miss!! Check it out! It's happening tomorrow! 😊

05/31/2024

So rich in history and charm. ❤

Starting last summer I’ve spent countless hours restoring the exterior this beautiful church. It should be good for another century now! It’s the perfect size to turn into a house or perfect for a short term rental or business!
And if you need ideas with what to do with it, I’ve got tons of those as well. I just have too many projects and this one is ready to be passed on to a new owner.

https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/26956082/6910-highway-2-portapique-portapique

https://remaxnova.com/commercial/portapique-real-estate/6910-highway-2-portapique-mls-202411877

05/30/2024

Have you checked out the "Book Nook" lately??? 😊

So many awesome books... local interest, local history, sports, catalogues, nature, cooking, glassware, and more!! 😊

And don't forget the puzzles and DVDs section! Perfect for those rainy days at the Cottage. 😊

The Book Nook is located just at the top of the stairs in the main Shop.

Clair's Classics and Antiques, Great Village.

05/28/2024

A few pictures from the Warehouse today. A sneak peek of some of the treasures just waiting to be found. There is definitely something for everyone. This is THE SALE that you don't want to miss!!

Drop on down to 425 Station Road this Saturday for Clair's Warehouse Sale!! 😊

Clair's Classics and Antiques, Great Village

05/28/2024

Are you ready??? 😊

Clair is having his Warehouse Sale this Saturday, June 1st!! 😊

If you have never checked out the Warehouse before, this is the time to go! So many treasures just waiting to be discovered!

I was just out there and here are just a few of the things I spied...

Wooden trunks, Chest of Drawers, Wooden Corner Shelf, Waffle Maker, assorted kitchen utensils, pots, and pans, artwork and frames, DVDs, sewing machine stands, patio table, wooden tables, wood box, tools, tool boxes, blueberry rakes, wooden blueberry totes, glass lamp chimneys, Canada flags, books, Christmas Decor, Pew Benches, Chairs, Chairs, and more chairs!! And so much more. 😊

Drop on down this Saturday, 425 Station Road, you'll be so happy you did!! 😊

Clair's Classics and Antiques, Great Village.

05/26/2024

Sending out some very special wishes today to an amazing group of ladies. The girls at Angel's Diner. ❤

These ladies are just incredible. They have brought such happiness and sunshine to so many people's lives. We have been incredibly spoiled since the day the Diner opened by their caring hearts and kind souls. And of course, the incredible meals they provided.

As you move on to the next chapter in your lives, please know ladies how much your presence will be missed here in the Village and how much joy you brought to so many people.

I look forward to our paths crossing often. You gals are the absolute best! ❤

05/26/2024

It's a wonderful feeling when you are able to help someone find something that has special meaning to them. 😊

We recently had this amazing painting come into the Shop. Unfortunately, due to some light glare, this photo is not doing it justice at all. This painting was done by Nova Scotia Artist, Brian Porter. Measuring approximately 4' x 3', it is such a breath taking eye catcher.

A couple came in yesterday and were quite taken with it and were delighted that it was done by this artist. It turned out that the gentleman went to school with this Artist and his wife's mother had given him art lessons. 😊

Needless to say this painting went to it's new home yesterday. It was just meant to be. ❤

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village

05/21/2024

Some of the incredible new pieces that arrived in Robby's Shop today. 😊

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

05/20/2024

It's a gorgeous day in Great Village and we are Open until 5 today! 😊

Clair's Classics and Antiques & Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

05/18/2024

These beautiful cat plates are just "purr-fect". ❤

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village

05/17/2024

Are you ready for the Weekend?? It's here! And it's a holiday weekend! 😊

So come on down to Great Village! Our Antique Shops are filled with amazing treasures just waiting to be discovered. Whether it is a special collectible, something that you watched your grandparents use, or indoor, outdoor decor pieces, we have it all and more! 😊

And don't forget, Lowland Gardens and Angel's Diner are both open this weekend. 😊

Great Village...it's the place to be! 😊

Clair's Classics and Antiques & Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

05/16/2024

A few pictures from downstairs at Robby's Shop this afternoon. 😊

05/16/2024

Some awesome nautical pieces came in yesterday also. 😊

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

05/16/2024

This amazing Drop Down Desk arrived at the Shop yesterday. 😊

I just love the drawers and especially the two secret ones. ❤

What an incredible addition this will make to someone's home. 😊

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

05/11/2024

Looking for a Unique Gift for Mum this Mother's Day??

Drop on down to your favourite Antique Shops!! 😊 We have an incredible selection on hand with new items arriving daily. We have something for everyone! 😊

Make Mother's Day Weekend Extra Special for Mum with a Trip to Great Village! Browse the Antique Shops, Skip on over to Lowland Gardens and enjoy the Beauty of Blooms, and then Hop back to Angel's Diner on the Corner for a meal Mum won't forget. 😊

Great Village.... Yes, it's definitely all happening here! Don't Miss Out! See you in the Village this Weekend!! 😊

Clair's Classics and Antiques & Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

05/10/2024

This Dutch Immigrant's Box is such an incredible piece of history. ❤

The books are dated in the 1700's and although damaged the Barometer is just stunning. ❤

Box and contents are sold separately.

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

05/10/2024

Need some Mother's Day gift inspiration??

Drop on down!! 😊 We have an amazing selection on hand and we would be delighted to help you find the perfect gift. 😊

Clair's Classics and Antiques & Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

05/09/2024

Another incredible piece which arrived yesterday is this equisite Wall Hanging Tapestry. ❤

(Approx. 5' wide x 6 1/2' high)

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village

05/09/2024

Majestic. 1870's. Simply stunning. ❤❤

(Double Size)

Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

05/09/2024

Happy Thursday!! 😊

Don't let the rain dampen your spirits. 😊 It is a perfect day for Antiquing! 😊

We are Open Today 10 to 5 and have some awesome new arrivals. See you in the Village! 😊

Clair's Classics and Antiques & Robby MacKinnon's Antiques, Great Village.

05/07/2024

One of my first customers last weekend was a lady from the Halifax direction.

She said it was her first visit to the Shop since last year and asked if I remembered her buying a framed picture of a gentleman from years ago. The picture had been located near the main doorway. I did.

She told me that whenever she came to the Shop she was drawn to it. She thought about buying it various times but didn't. One day when she was in, another lady was looking at it and discussing buying it. She told the lady that she would like to buy it. That she felt it needed to go home with her and she would be sad if it was gone.

So she bought the picture and took it home. She showed it to her mother. Her Mother asked her where she had gotten it and if her grandmother had given it to her. Her mother told her to show the picture to her grandmother.

Feeling slightly puzzled she took the picture to her grandmother. Again, she was asked where she had gotten it. Her grandmother then said that she thought it was gone with some other things a long time ago. Her grandmother proceeded to tell her that the picture was of her father, the lady's great grandfather. 😊

I think there was a little bit of special Antique Shop magic in the air that day and it was time for that gentleman to go home. ❤