“Each object has a story. And we’re just a temporary steward.” For Micah Bleiweis Christensen, standing amid the extraordinary collection at Anthony’s Fine Art & Antiques, the word “steward” comes up again and again. It is how he describes his role in a business filled with objects that have already survived generations, crossed oceans, passed through families and estates, disappeared, and occasionally been rediscovered, only to arrive - sometimes rather improbably - in Salt Lake City.

“I had $500 and an idea.” Ron Green’s journey to founding The Green Ant was not meticulously planned. It unfolded naturally, shaped by his love for vintage furniture and an unexpected turn in his career.

“I’m a preservationist of history. Every piece here has a story.” Capital City Antique Mall, a cornerstone of Salt Lake’s antique scene since its opening during the summer of 1999, is more than just a store to Ralene Barton; it is a living museum. Ralene, the shop’s third owner, has been part of the store’s journey since she became a dealer in 2011.