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How we got to be consignment experts

The simple story...

After 60 years of participating in the world of auctions, owner, Tressa Mills, recognized an increasing number of people that are in the stage of life where they are downsizing, or estates that are being liquidated by grown children that already have their “stuff.”    Having provided consignment services for many years, the 30 year old Lakeshore Antiques retail business was closed and the "Event Center" concept was born.


Peoples homes are filled with treasures collected through their lives. Many people have so much, while at the same time, many people don't have enough.  The idea to create a place where people can find homes for preloved treasures while at the same time doing good for the Lakeshore Community became an obsession. 


  • The fastest growing segment of the retail industry is Second Hand Shopping.
  • Estate Sales can be done better if they run for a month rather than just a few days.
  • Our Consignment process combines estates that add value for everyone.
  • Auctions are the most efficient way of moving merchandise. They also move prices up rather than discounting prices down.
  • 20% of your treasures are typically 80% of your Estate Sale value.  We assure those items get a worldwide audience.






Areas of Specialties

Traditional, Modern & Contemporary Art

As a passionate artist herself, owner Tressa Mills, loves to work with others to bring a new way of finding homes for art pieces. Lakeshore Event Center is home of Lakeshore Art Studios, providing space for local art lovers events.

Jewelry, Coins, Watches

Our team consists of knowledgeable and experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our clients.

Orientalia, Decorative Arts, Collections

We offer a range of services including estate sales, online auctions, and private sales to help our clients with all their estate liquidation needs.

Consignment & Estate Sale FAQ

How does the consignment program work?

Items that are offered for consignment are reviewed and determined what auction is a good fit.  Items are catalogued with descriptions & key words, professionally photographed and prepared for the auction.  Once sold, the auction items are prepped and arranged for shipment.        We will meet you at your home to review your project and put together a plan to fit your particular needs.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FROM THE AUCTION DATE TO THE CONSIGNMENT CHECK?

Items that sell at auction are reconciled within 45 days. Your items are part of a single consignor order life cycle beginning the date of your first auction. The second auction runs online only two weeks later. Consignor checks are issued thirty days following the second auction.

What happens if an item doesn’t sell?

Items that don't sell, may be retrieved by their consignor within 30 days if so desired. Otherwise, these items will be donated to one of the local partner thrift stores. Consignors receive a tax deductible donation form to report these items along with their settlement checks.

What happens to items not eligible for consignment?

We do auction donations for charity, and often together in mixed group lots. Items that arrive with estates that are damaged, or do not meet the threshold for auction, might be sold from the gallery floor on preview days or passed to local charity groups, elementary school fundraisers, local religious groups, or other partner charities as we are limited on space.

I NEED HELP GETTING ITEMS TO THE GALLERY. CAN YOU HELP?

Moving consignments to the gallery is the responsibility of the consignor. LEC often helps by reserving our preferred team of bonded movers in a 16ft truck within a 20 mile radius. Alternatively, we receive deliveries of both donations and consignments weekdays between 10AM and 4:30PM with an appointment once items have been approved.

Buyers Information

How do I buy from your auctions?

Can I preview items before I buy?

Can I preview items before I buy?

It's easy! Sign up on our own LiveAuctioneer site and you'll be able to bid on items right awau! Need help? Just call!

Can I preview items before I buy?

Can I preview items before I buy?

Can I preview items before I buy?

Absolutely! We have scheduled times before each auction for viewing items. We also are happy to set up private viewing appointments for you!

I won an item, do you ship?

Can I preview items before I buy?

I won an item, do you ship?

Yess we do! We work hard to find the best way to ship your item using our Shipping Department team.

I am a tax exempt buyer.

Why is there a buyers Premium?

I won an item, do you ship?

Just fill out the tax exempt information on our auction site and you'll be set to go.

Why is there a buyers Premium?

Why is there a buyers Premium?

Why is there a buyers Premium?

In order to bring high quality auctions, the consignors need to get a good return for their items. The buyers premium helps share the cost for the auction transaction.

Can I place a bid directly?

Why is there a buyers Premium?

Why is there a buyers Premium?

Yes.  We are happy to help facilitate your bids if that is easier for you. Just give us a call.

10300 West Olive Road, West Olive, Michigan 49460, United States

616-836-6553

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