Interview with Lea McAnally, owner
Q: How did you get involved in this business?
A: My mother had an interest in antiques and I just sort of picked it up from her and that’s how it all started. We have a lot of country primitives in my home and we carry many of them in the store.
Q: What distinguishes you from other businesses in your category?
A: The volume that I carry and the quality of the items. We have a large volume of old butter churns, spinning wheels and crocks. Furniture is our most popular category. People come for tables, chairs and small items like decoys. We have a lot of duck decoys.
Q: What do you like best about your line of work?
A: The people I meet. You meet a variety of people. I have lots of interesting conversations. People have come from as far away as South Dakota.
Q: What is your business’ biggest challenge?
A: Hiring people. It’s hard to find people who want to work the hours I am open.
Q: Something people might be surprised to learn about you or your business:
A: The house that I occupy is over 100 year old. I restored it completely when I bought it. It had previously been a business and a private residence. I have four cats that live there.
Profile
Business: Different Drummer Antiques
Address: 5465 Manhart Ave., Sedalia
Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Monday through Saturday
Founded: 1987
Contact: 303-688-0133
Employees: 5
