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Lakeville, Minnesota: Hot Sam's: Big Weird Junk

Ten wooded acres of big, weird junk collected (and built) by Bobbie Jake Hood since 1986. Everything is for sale, although you'd need an exceptionally large trunk for some of the items.

Hot Sam's Antiques

Address:
22820 Pillsbury Ave., Lakeville, MN
Directions:
Hot Sam's Antiques. I-35 exit 81. Drive east a quarter-mile on Hwy 70/210 St. W. Turn right at stoplight onto Kenrick Ave. Drive south two miles, continue through traffic circle, then continue south another quarter-mile. You'll see the entrance on the right.
Hours:
F-W 10-6, closed Th. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
952-469-5922
Admission:
Photo fee: $10 smartphones, $25 cameras.
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Hot Sam's: Big Weird Junk

Astounding! A wonderland of antiques and mystical and imaginative sculptures and other creations, most of which are made on the property. Super wholesome and kind owners stated "everything is available for purchase or trade and everything is negotiable." Notable sights include giant sunflowers, the Petticoat Junction water tower, Doc Hudson from the movie Cars, a giant motorcycle, a mini Jurassic Park, and countless other gems.

[emma, 04/24/2024]

Futuristic car and flying saucer.

Hot Sam's: Big Weird Junk

Hot Sam's is an insane collection of Americana and antiques, everything from alien paraphernalia to giant statues, wrecked vintage cars, and creepy dolls. This is a veritable Mecca for fans of the unusual.

[Kealan, 08/03/2021]
Hot Sam's

Interesting, eclectic, weird. Interesting for both kids and adults and a photographer's dreamland. One thing to note: the $10 fee that people have mentioned about taking pictures only applies to people with cellphones. If you're using a "real" camera you will be asked to pay $25. That was a surprise I wasn't ready for.

[James, 09/14/2017]
Hot Sam's: Big Weird Junk

This place is open every day but Thursday. Admission is free but if you want to take photos (which you will), the fee is $10.

[Jen, 06/14/2016]
Hot Sam's Shark and Guitar

Hot Sam's is closed for remodeling as of 2/20/2015.

[lindsey, 02/21/2015]

The phone number on the closed sign is 952-469-5922.


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