Article by Jennifer Miller | Photos by Nathan Satran

For more than a decade, Olivia has dreamed of creating a space where people can find beautiful, sustainable pieces for their homes; a place that blends her love for vintage, quality, and community. That dream slowly came to life after she and her husband, Ben, moved back to Billings from the Flathead Valley in 2011.

What started as a side passion selling preloved items from their own home quickly became something more. “Two years ago, we were having so much success reselling things from our home that I thought, why not try offering other pieces?” Olivia recalls. She decided to host a one-time pop- up in Laurel, just to see what would happen. The response was overwhelming; shoppers came not just from Billings but from as far as Bozeman, eager for something unique.

With Ben’s encouragement, Olivia decided to keep taking one step at a time. “We told ourselves we’d walk through every open door unless God closed it,” she says. “And He just kept opening doors.”

A Lifestyle Boutique with a Purpose

When it came time to define what Anthology would be, Olivia knew she wanted something different from what already existed in Billings. “There are three types of vintage and antique stores,” she explains. “First, there are traditional antique and collectible shops. Next, there are flea market-style shops — a mix of vintage, collectibles, and random finds. Finally, there’s what I’d call a lifestyle boutique: a hybrid of vintage, antique, and new items but no collectibles.”

The first two options were already well represented locally, so Olivia chose the third — creating a curated, lifestyle-focused space with a secondhand-first approach. “I’m so passionate about creating an aesthetic life using secondhand whenever possible,” she says. “It allows people to enjoy quality and style sustainably and at a more accessible price point.”

Carefully Curated Finds

About 60% of what shoppers find at Anthology is vintage or secondhand, and Olivia sources each piece with an eye for quality and character. Midcentury furniture is among her most popular items to stock, but the goal is to bring in pieces that strike a balance of timelessness and functionality.

The remaining inventory is filled with handpicked makers and artisans, each bringing their own unique flair. Current vendors include:

Preya Natural Soap

clean soaps, moisturizers, and candles

Gathered Goods

Vintage furniture and decor

Rubies & the Fig Trees

hand-sculpted polymer clay jewelry and pop sockets

Iver & Isla

an heirloom kids’ clothing line designed in Billings and handmade in Peru

Pluck Floristry

a Laurel-based micro-flower farmer & florist

Cuddle Care Stuffed Animal Rescue & Adoption

a reclaimed stuffed animal adoption program run by Olivia’s kids

European Baked Delights

chocolates sourced from Dubai -not sourced from Dubai, but "a style of chocolate bar filled with kadayif (chopped filo pastry) and a pistachio-tahini cream."

Olivia still has space for up to four more vintage vendors and looks forward to welcoming the right ones in the future. “Each vendor is intentionally chosen to create a fresh, inspiring mix,” she says.

A Monthly Market Experience

One thing that sets Anthology apart is its monthly schedule. “It gives us time to completely reset the store and create a brand-new experience each time,” Olivia says. “I joke that antique stores can feel like museums if you’re not careful. I want people to look forward to every market and know they’ll find something different each time they come.”

The approach works — every opening since her first market has drawn a line at the door. “Early birds come for first pick, but I tell people there are treasures to be found no matter when you visit.”

Catch this month’s market on Friday, November 7, and Saturday, November 8. Looking ahead to December, Anthology will open during its regular First Friday weekend and extend holiday shopping opportunities with additional days on Saturday, December 13 and 20 at 1807 Grand, Suite 2. In addition to her signature collection of curated vintage and handmade pieces, Olivia will feature a selection of thoughtfully chosen, gift-ready retail items perfect for the season.

The Heart Behind the Business

Olivia is quick to credit her husband, Ben, as a driving force behind Anthology’s success. “None of this would be possible without him,” she says. “He’s the angel investor, logistics coordinator, furniture hauler, IT professional, handyman, stocker, cashier, cleaner — the list goes on! He works a demanding full-time job and still makes this dream a reality. Anthology truly wouldn’t exist without him.”

For Olivia, Anthology is more than a store; it’s a passion project and a reflection of her family’s life. “I’m a wife, a mom, a business owner,” she says. “This setup allows me to do something I love while still having the flexibility to be present for my family. It’s truly been a dream in the making — and I’m so grateful for what it’s become.” 

Originally printed in the November 2025 issue of Simply Local Magazine

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