Federalist Antiques Closes After 54 Years

After 54 years, The Federalist Antiques is closing its doors — a bittersweet farewell for Michael Corbett, who founded the shop in 1972 at age 85. His son Justin, who co-ran the business, reflects on how e-commerce and shifting collector habits have reshaped their world, even as Michael’s love for the stories behind each antique endures. With a museum studies background, Michael was drawn to the craftsmanship and hidden histories of Federalist-era furniture — a passion his wife once warned might drive him mad if unfulfilled. Though the physical store shuts down, Justin plans to launch his own antiques venture to carry on the family legacy, while remaining inventory heads to local auction houses. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/faf37ec7ccff6705