The Cheshire Cat Antiques 301 East Avenue East, Alpine, TX 79830

"Best antique store in the West. Russ who owns the place, wrote his dissertation in Texas spurs. His knowledge is deep and he shares it generously. He is also generous with his dragons horde of rocks, gems and skulls. He went out back to find me the perfect rams skull in the condition and price range that I was looking for. Then he offered my kids free geodes on our way out. After spending the week exploring far West Texas, including Big Bend National park, Russ and Cheshire Cat Antiques is what my kids talked about the most. And yes there are plenty of of cats to pet on the front porch."

"What an absolute gem of an antique store! Incredibly curated with a very knowledgeable staff. They were very excited and gracious in sharing fun things to do around town. This is a must stop!"

"Sweetest staff! Had a great chat and picked up some amazing crystals. Very well-priced and high quality! :) will definitely drop by on the way back to Houston"

"The owner was so nice and accommodating. When I told him I was buying amethyst crystals to take home for my grand children, he gave me two geodes for them to crack! They were so excited to open their "magic rocks ""

"We had a great time shopping here today! They have great antiques, but we stayed around for the rock collection! It was incredible and the prices were great! The owner went above and beyond talking to us about all the rocks and just gave great service! Will definitely come back any Rome we are in the area!"