Parisa Burton 
An authentic 1840’s grist mill in Lafayette NJ has had a second life as the home of the Lafayette Mill Antiques Center. This multi-dealer antique mall opened in 1980 and has become a staple of any vintage treasure-hunter’s journey. Read on to learn more about The Lafayette Mill Antiques Center in Lafayette, NJ.
About The Mill
Located just off Route 15 at 12 Morris Farm Road in Lafayette, NJ, The Mill is an antique center housed in a red wooden barn that once served as a grist mill. Today, it features 55 independent antique dealers across three stories and 23,000 square feet of space. The building is heated and air-conditioned year-round and includes free on-site parking.
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A visit feels like walking through the decades, with vendors displaying their one-of-a-kind collections in room-like settings. There’s something for every collector, from furniture and accessories to fine art, lighting, toys, sports collectibles, and jewelry, all affordably priced with authenticity guaranteed, according to its website.
The Millside Café is located on the same premise of the Antique Center at 12 Morris Farm Road, allowing antiquers to grab a bite before or after their shopping venture. It is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9AM-5PM
On the last Sunday of every month from April through October, The Mill hosts its Outdoor Vintage Market from 10AM-4PM, which often follows different themes. There is also a flea market held in conjunction, located on the Lafayette Park field at 15 Route 15. Interested vendors can apply here.
Meet The Vendors
Maria Hanson has been a vendor at The Mill for 17 years, specializing in antique French + English porcelain, antique + classic books, handwoven rugs, antique mahogany furniture, and artwork.
Maria told MG that her favorite part about being a vendor is meeting people who share an interest in antiques and hearing the stories behind buying and selling. She often learns new information about items in her shop and also enjoys advising customers on estate-related and item-specific questions.
“The Center has a nice, easy atmosphere for selling and talking about antiques and collectibles with both customers and fellow antique dealers,” Maria said.
Chris Kutlow, a relatively new vendor at The Mill, moved into her booth in December 2025. She grew up visiting the center as a teenager, which is when she first fell in love with antiques. Chris specializes in folk art, Americana, and primitives. She connects to pieces that are “slightly naive, whimsical, and deeply human.”
“Coming back to The Mill felt like coming home,” Chris said. “Its historic setting takes people back to a quieter time and almost demands that they slow down…There’s truly something for everyone, and every booth has its own personality because the dealers sell what they genuinely connect to.”
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One of the most rewarding parts of the job for Chris is educating buyers about pieces and watching them discover objects that bring them joy.
The Mill operates Thursday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM, and on holiday Mondays during the same hours.
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