TheOldPittsHomestead
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Come on in to The Old Pitts Homestead: Unique vintage goods from the 1890s - 1990s.
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Come on in to The Old Pitts Homestead: Unique vintage goods from the 1890s - 1990s.
•••• Let's get social ••••
Instagram: @oldpittshomestead
Facebook: @theoldpittshomestead
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shauna on Jul 13, 2022
5 out of 5 starssuch a lovely primitive piece to add to my collection, thank you!
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Forever on Jul 4, 2022
5 out of 5 starsVery fast communication when I made an error in my order (product was a gift and I placed a regular order - non gift). The issue was corrected within minutes of my order. Shipping was ahead of estimated time, the gift was well received and a happy birthday was made happier. Thank you so much!!!
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morettic7 on Jun 1, 2022
5 out of 5 starsVery unique looking. Wish it was bigger to see the fine workmanship. Thank you.
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pantonda on Mar 26, 2022
5 out of 5 starsSo lovely! Such a precious piece. Please let me know if you get more!
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Benedict Decilio on Mar 19, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThe seller was super helpful and responsive. One of the best packaging I’ve seen so the item was well protected during shipment (they took care and time to do this :)). And the item is very unique and lovely.
About TheOldPittsHomestead
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The Old Pitts Homestead, circa 1908 -
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The founder of The Old Pitts Homestead, my great-great-grandfather, Michael (seated) and family, 1900 (approx.) -
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Michael's sons, John and Orrie, created and ran the Pitts Bros. general store in 1909 until 1960. -
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The Pitts Bros. General Store interior. -
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The Old Pitts Homestead near Alexandria, South Dakota. 1950s
The Old Pitts Homestead was started in 1882...
...when my great-great-grandfather Michael came to America from Luxembourg. He and his wife Maggie, along with their three sons, farmed the land near Alexandria, South Dakota. Eventually, the three sons grew up: Orrie and John started the Pitts Bros. General Merchandise in 1909 and my great-grandfather, Charles, took over the farm. Our family lived in the homestead through the influenza epidemic, two world wars, many presidents, and offered shelter to cousins, aunts, uncles, friends and relatives from all over the world, until the recent passing of my great uncle, Dwight. Many family members have lived, loved, and gone beyond the walls of the Pitts Family Homestead, but the celebration of their lives remains in the beautiful collectibles they left behind. Fine china from around the world, tell the tales of my ancestors’ various journeys. Antique and vintage wares, some never used or opened, tell the story of The Pitts Bros. General Merchandise, which was in operation until 1960. Souvenirs from World’s Fairs, National Park and tourist destinations recall vacations long past. Japanese pottery and war memorabilia tell the story of my great uncles, who fought in multiple wars. Vintage advertising and farming products recall the life of a rural farming homestead that my family operated for over 100 years. Handmade clothing, notions and tools illustrate the skills required to live off the land in a remote and sometimes harsh area. And of course, porcelain shoe and salt & pepper collections show an admiration for whimsey and beauty. Each treasure tells the tale of those who loved it. Now these treasures need your love, your stories. Come on in to The Old Pitts Homestead and find a new, old treasure of your own!
Shop members
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Libby Baker
Owner
Shop policies
Shipping
Customs and import taxes
Payment options
Returns & exchanges
I gladly accept returns
I don't accept exchanges or cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for: