Wakefield Scearce

The main entrance to the Gallery on a bright and sunny day

The Courtyard

Silver Vault

This past weekend I had the pleasure of tagging along with my in-laws to Wakefield Scearce Galleries in Shelbyville, KY. I have been hearing about this place for several years but never before saw it with my own eyes. It truly was as wonderful and cozy and festive as they promised it to be. Everything was decorated so beautifully for the holidays. It gave me instant Christmas fever. We shopped the cute boutiques in the courtyard---I was pretty good, but did manage to pick up a few treasures---and toured the antique gallery and silver vault. Wakefield Scearce is supposedly one of the largest collections of antique English furniture, silver and home decor in the United States. You'll believe it too once you see it.

Midday we took a break from our browsing and dined in the gallery cafe. James was even able to meet up with us and it made it all the better! The cafe is well known for their southern cooking and believe me the fried chicken and mashed potatoes didn't disappoint! My lunch felt more like dinner and was complete with a glass of wine and sinful dessert.

I honestly can't imagine a better way to spend a cold and rainy fall day. It was wonderful sharing quality time with my in-laws and even reminded me a bit of similar things I used to do with my parents and sisters. It boost my spirits and made my day.

P.S. I was bummed once I realized I forgot my camera hence the generic pictures I pulled from their website.