The Skate Shop That Became a Vintage Furniture Haven

In a hidden gem tucked behind a skate shop in Fort Wayne, Lee Bender’s vintage furniture store The 6040’s bursts with midcentury charm—chairs on tables, art everywhere, and decades-old treasures from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Born from his passion for matching his 1961 home’s style, Bender turned excess furniture into a thriving business after selling his skateboard collection for $4,000. With retail and Vans marketing experience, he’s built a store modeled after LA and SF spots, focusing on durable, timeless pieces. He hunts rare finds across online auctions, even tracking down specific items like Chesterfield sofas for customers. The store not only fuels his own stylish home but also lets him swap in new treasures as he discovers them—open weekends and at Vintage Treasures, it’s where vintage meets punk-rock soul. 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/f38ab92421c8af8c