Tucker’s Treasures: Antiques

Tucker’s Treasures is truly an out of the way treasure in Southwest Alabama. Located between Nanafalia and Myrtlewood in the southern part of Marengo County, it is hard to find, but worth the effort. It has four warehouses full of antiques, collectibles, rugs and glassware. Every piece of furniture is filled or covered with china, lamps and odds/ends. Many tourists have found their way to Tucker’s Treasures. The Tuckers have shipped furniture to 18 states and as far away as Canada. Visitors have included family members of the Secret Service who guard the President. All who come agree that the antique prices are reasonable. In fact, there are many antique dealers (both in the Black Belt and far beyond) who hope you won’t find this place, because they shop there.
Directions to Tucker’s Antiques: From the intersection of Hwy 69 & 10 near Nanafalia, travel north on Hwy 69 approximately 5.5 miles to the intersection of Marengo CR 90 (located near mile marker #60). Turn left onto Marengo CR 90. Travel approximately 0.8 miles and you will see a mailbox on the right with the number 860. Turn right at this mailbox. The Tucker’s home is on the left and the antique warehouses are up the hill behind the home approximately 100 yards. Please call before visiting to ensure that someone will be available (Tel # 334-295-8356).
A trip to Tucker’s Treasures is a destination in itself, but makes a good outing when combined with lunch or dinner at Compton’s Store in Nanafalia at the junction of Hwy 69 and 10 or at Ezell’s Fish Camp, a local landmark on Hwy 10 just across the Tombigbee River Bridge. If heading to Ezell’s, be sure to try the fried pickles!