Since the mid-1980s, Cody's lamps has been a staple of local illumination. Started by Richard and Glenda Henson in a local flee market, Cody's moved in 2006 to what was a 6,000+ square foot garage in the Phoebus section of Hampton. They specialize in lighting from prior to 1960, but I saw lamps as new as the 1980s mixed in. Cody's consists of two floors of vintage goodness with whole lamps and tons of extra parts. I went and spoke to Mr. and Mrs. Henson recently about their lighting buisness. They expressed that getting into a buisness like this all starts with a love of history and resourcefullness... finding parts for some of these lamps is near impossible. Richard makes sure to save every part of lamps he feels he can use. "I have a 2 story garage at home filled with extra parts and pieces to help complete my projects." I am very impressed with Cody's selection and would recommend the store for anyone looking to buy or repair a vintage lamp.
Check out some of their selection!
Cody's Lamps
201 E. Mellen St.
Hampton, VA 23663
(757) 727-0333
codyslights_repair@verizon.net
Hours:
Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays
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