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The Women of
Hillyer House
Above: Shelby Riley, Paige Hunt, Jaylynn Seymour and Meg Long. Left: Paige Hunt and Susannah Snyder.
Founded in 1970 in the wake of Hurricane Camille, Hillyer House began in a Pass Christian living room as a heartfelt effort to help neighbors replace household goods. By the mid-1980s, it had evolved into a premier gallery for American artists, featuring hand-blown glass, artisan pottery, jewelry, and more, many crafted by makers whose
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work remains on display decades later Hillyer House. Now located in historic downtown Ocean Springs,
Hillyer House continues that legacy under the stewardship of owner Paige Hunt, who has been involved since the very beginning and personally hand-selects every item alongside her dedicated “mermaids.” Susannah Snyder,
at the helm for the past 10 years, helps lead the mermaid team and ensures a welcoming experience for every visitor.
Now in 2025, Hunt’s daughter Shelby has revived the original vintage and antique offerings from the shop’s earliest days, sourcing treasures from across the country while also introducing trendy new merchandise like quilted goods handmade in Fort Worth, Texas, and modern glassware. The combination of deep heritage and fresh innovation keeps Hillyer House as charming and vibrant as ever.
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