Pink Elephant Antiques in Livingston, Illinois, is a heck of a fun stop, even if it the actual store is closed (as it was on the day I happened by).
The building appears to be a funky art deco school building--or perhaps just the Gymnasium building of an old school campus? I'm not sure. But I loved it.
There is a funky elephant coming out of the front of the building near the entrance. It's keen.
A shot of my husband standing in front of the building. And look at that spectacular Muffler Man-esque beach dude. I wonder if he used to stand in front of a beach stand with a hot dog or a coke in his hand.
He sure is big!
I love him.
Around the side (you can see Mr. Beach's elbow in the picture) there is another elephant and another huge ANTIQUES sign. It's pretty sweet. I hear there is a real Muffler Man inside--sure wish they'd been open!
Just imagine the treasures inside! *sniff*
This is the Pink Elephant!
Like any good roadside attraction, it's right there next to the expressway.
Pink Elephant Antiques in Livingston, Illinois, is a heck of a fun stop, even if it the actual store is closed (as it was on the day I happened by).
The building appears to be a funky art deco school building--or perhaps just the Gymnasium building of an old school campus? I'm not sure. But I loved it.
There is a funky elephant coming out of the front of the building near the entrance. It's keen.
A shot of my husband standing in front of the building. And look at that spectacular Muffler Man-esque beach dude. I wonder if he used to stand in front of a beach stand with a hot dog or a coke in his hand.
He sure is big!
I love him.
Around the side (you can see Mr. Beach's elbow in the picture) there is another elephant and another huge ANTIQUES sign. It's pretty sweet. I hear there is a real Muffler Man inside--sure wish they'd been open!
Just imagine the treasures inside! *sniff*
This is the Pink Elephant!
Like any good roadside attraction, it's right there next to the expressway.
2 comments:
Yes, I believe these Beach Guys originally held cans of Coke. Here's one that used to be in NJ:
http://www.agilitynut.com/p/seasguy.jpg
and another in WV:
http://www.agilitynut.com/giants/wvmm.html#Unger
Oh, neat! Thanks for the links.
And I see you have quite the passion for the roadside culture! I'll be sure to check out your blog.
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