County Seat Antique Mall

08/31/2026

We are saddened to hear of the passing of our long time friend and vendor, AD Schutt. He had a tremendous knowledge of the sport card history and was a great help to Joe and the mall. Joe would always joke that AD had forgot more about cards than Joe knew. He will be missed! Please keep his family and friends in your prayers.

https://www.pylefuneralhome.com/obituaries/AD-Schutt?obId=49413172&fbclid=IwdGRzaAUCocpjbGNrBQKhuHBkb2YFZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEeOwuKJrbsJDeOs_JRi2S7jZyd-EtAYY_zM6pKxUG7eh1SEWKxVbOsvswzQLg_aem_BPdXXPae7wgdLlxX9eREgQ

View A.D. Schutt's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

08/25/2026

Check out some of the Amazing Booths here at the mall!! We are 95% Antique Only, with over 28,000 Square Feet of Quality Antiques! We are open 7 days a week and are located in Historic Downtown Benton, Illinois, Exit 71 on Interstate 57, it's worth the drive!!

08/08/2026

If your looking for items Grandma used to have, we have the selection you're looking for!! Grandmacore items are located throughout the entire mall!

We are located in Historic Downtown Benton, Illinois, Exit 71 on Interstate 57, open 7 days a week, over 28,000 Square Feet of Quality Antiques, we are 95% Antique Only, it's worth the drive!!

07/02/2026

We will be closed on Saturday, July 4th so our families can celebrate the 250th Anniversary and Independence of the USA!!
We are open normal hours on Friday, July 3rd and Sunday July 5th.
Stay safe as you celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America!

07/01/2026

We have entered the Patriotic contest along with several other businesses. Go to the Benton/West City Area Chamber of Commerce page and vote by liking the Business Decorations you like the best. We would appreciate your vote.

06/29/2026

Joe put the flags up for the third time, hopefully the storms stay away for a while and dont tear them off again!
Happy 250th to the USA!!

06/07/2026

After checking out the DuQuoin Flea Market, come on over to Benton to the County Seat Antique Mall , we are 95% Antique Only, we are open on Sundays from 1pm to 5pm, It's worth the drive!!

06/04/2026

Joe has brought in an amazing night watchman to help keep an eye on the place during the evenings and nights. Be sure to check out the life-size statue of the Soldier on display here at the mall.

05/27/2026

We are saddened at the loss of Bob Rea, our Franklin County Historian, and definitely a friend to all. He has helped Joe at the mall on so many occasions to determine the history behind items we have had come to the Mall. His knowledge is not replaceable.

My last conversation with Bob was concerning a post card I had just received - I believe was his Grandfather running for election - it had Model T cars and Rea signs. He said he had a photo of it but not a post card. He was thrilled to see the post card of his family. He was working to help me make contact concerning post cards in another Southern Illinois town. He asked if he helped me with that contact, would I give him the post card of his family, I agreed. I will make sure the card goes to Hilary Rea Remm now in his honor. I will add a photo of the card as soon as I get a photo of it.

Thank you Bob for your friendship and the many times you helped us here at the Mall. From all of us at the County Seat Antique Mall. We offer condolences and our prayers for the family, friends, and the community.

RIP Bob, til we meet again.
Joe and crew.

05/26/2026

We want to wish our Manager Rich a Happy Birthday today!! He has the day off today, so be sure to tell him Happy Birthday the next time you see him.

Happy Birthday Rich!!