More than your average shopping trip! This unique collection of antique shops in and around Ipswich, offering vintage wares and more are housed in some of the regions finest buildings, each boasting their own piece of local history.With the largest number of pre-1945 homes in Queensland as well as numerous heritage listed commercial buildings, Ipswich has plenty to offer the avid history buff. Originally a mining settlement, Ipswich’s history began in 1827 with much of its original architectural, natural and cultural heritage still left untouched in the area.But the history doesn’t stop at the architecture, the Ipswich area also boasts an impressive collection of vintage and antique shops. Hop in the car and travel the Ipswich area admiring the historical beauties, while you browse these gorgeous antique collections, and sample the many flavours of the region at local historical pubs and/or cafes.