Falls Church Antique Annex

When Paul Quinn met his wife, Cathy, they discovered a shared love of period furniture and vintage collectibles, and together opened a family business. What began as a small booth in an antiques mall is now a longstanding co-op on West Broad Street where vendors come together to sell a diverse array of old-timey goods, from jewelry and housewares to furniture, toys and oddities. Quinn remains at the helm, dedicated to offering unique finds at fair prices, even after the death of his wife of 53 years in July. Among his most prized finds: a table once owned by George Washington that expands from a modest 36-inch round to a grand oblong banquet piece stretching 14 feet. –Michael Gueltig