King Richard's Antique Center

King Richard's Antique Center is much more than a shop. It is a place to immerse yourself in the world of antiques, vintage items, collectibles and history. The building itself is historic: built in 1903, it has been California's largest antique center for more than 30 years. There are more than 300 dealers on four floors covering 57,000 square feet, and the variety of goods on display and for sale guarantees that there is something for everyone.

In 2008, King Richard's Antique Center went up for sale, and Chuck (a former NASA engineer) and Martha Garcera (a former sheriff's deputy) jumped at the opportunity to purchase the state's largest antique store. It was an obvious choice for the Garcera family, as Martha and her daughter Sara have had a passion for antiques for many years. In August of 2022, after years of working with her parents to develop King Richard's Antique Center, Sara Garcera struck out on her own and opened her own antique store, Slater St. Antiques, in Merriam, Kansas.

Walking through King Richard's Antique Center is like taking a walk down memory lane. In addition to antique paintings, furniture, jewelry, ornaments, weapons and armor, there is also an area dedicated to TV and movie memorabilia and collectibles, as well as historical political propaganda. You certainly don't have to buy anything to make a trip here worthwhile, but it's hard to leave empty-handed. Whatever your area of interest, you will find something worth buying at King Richard's Antique Center.

The sheer size of King Richard's Antique Center can make the shopping experience a bit overwhelming. The best time to shop is when visitors do not have a specific item in mind and are happy to take a leisurely stroll through the various floors. If you are looking for something specific, it will take some time to orient yourself before you find the right part of the complex! However, the shopkeepers are all incredibly friendly and there are also general assistants on hand to help.

Everyone at King Richard's Antique Center is very knowledgeable about their wares, and customers are welcome to make offers and bargain for items of interest. In addition to the shops, there are auctions, painting classes, lectures and workshops on a variety of topics. Spend a day immersed in the past and leave with a souvenir or two!