Mallatt’s Pharmacy and Costumes shops were a Madison institution. Needed just the perfect glitter eye-shadow, powdered wig or pointy ears for your costume? Drawing a total blank and the hours were ticking until a party? Mallatt’s always had just the… Continue Reading →
Anyone driving the tedium of Highway 41 near Oshkosh has seen the faded billboards with the moose, and slogan “Where do they get this stuff?” Perhaps the more pertinent question is “who buys this stuff?” The Oshkosh store is even… Continue Reading →
The University of Wisconsin’s Surplus With A Purpose shop is a treasure trove of used bits and bobs from the University. There is always plenty of useful stuff – office furniture, computer monitors, sporting equipment, washing machines and more. There… Continue Reading →
The Columbus Antique Mall and Museum is a short drive from Madison. Housed in what appears to be an old mill or factory, the antique mall seems to go on for miles. Grab a basket or cart on your way… Continue Reading →