Our Story
The Bank Antiques is a family owned and operated business! We offer 48,000 sq. feet of architectural antique salvage. Proudly located in New Orleans, here at The Bank we have the largest selection of New Orleans Architectural elements anywhere.
Open since 1972!
Our Founder
Big Mike
James Wilkerson (Big Mike)
Mike established "The Bank" on Felicity St. In 1972 in an old bank building where he restored doors, shutters and other architectural treasures in keeping with the culture and history of New Orleans. He always had humorous remarks and comments for his customers and was featured on the renovation TV show "This Old House" several times. Mike retired several years ago but his interest in architectural treasures is being sustained by his children Sean and Kelly.