Treasure Hunting in Hermann: There is no shortage of Hermann, Missouri antique stores to explore during your stay at Hermann Hill Vineyard and Inn.

It's been said that one man's trash is another man's treasure. Finding just the right treasure is what antique collecting is all about. For some, collecting is a passion. Like eating peanuts--you just can't stop. Collecting antiques is said to be a passion with a payoff since many are purchased because of their monetary value. 

By definition, an antique is an object that is at least 100 years old. Some are family heirlooms that have been handed down through the generations, while others are purchased items that evoke nostalgia. But, whatever reason people have for collecting and antiquing, both have become top leisure time activities in the United States. Hermann, Missouri is a destination for antique lovers who will find a wide variety of antique shops, auctions and malls that sell everything from fine quality antiques to flea market bargains.