About Us

As a lover of history and a true collector, Joey Sutton has always been interested in how the past affects our world. His own worldview was expanded when, as a child, he had the privilege of attending Camp Androscoggin in Maine. For a kid from the deep south, that experience was profound. He still owns the baseball bat that was given to him as an award for the “Best Baseball Player.” That special keepsake evokes a fond memory, thus beginning his personal appreciation for how “items” can link you to the past. Whether it’s a signed guitar from a musician whose words touched your life or an autographed book that expanded your thoughts, collectibles can evoke positive memories.

As a passionate learner, Joey Sutton is constantly on a quest to understand himself and the world around him. Joey has a BA in history, and is a graduate of Tulane University’s School of Law. After his experience with Volunteers in Service to America, VISTA, his passion for adventure was ignited. Following a brief career in law, Sutton re-directed his talents to what he loves best, retail. As a third generation descendant of brothers Jack and Joe Sutton, Joey followed his family’s lineage and began his own retail endeavors in New Orleans.

In 1998, Sutton opened his first gallery, which featured celebrated autographs. His commitment was to provide collectors with one-of-a-kind pieces while offering the finest customer service with guaranteed authenticity. Whether historic memorabilia or signed items from the world of sports, entertainment or literature, Sutton created a highly unique gallery that reflected his many passions.

His newest venture, Vintage 329 located on historic Royal Street in the French Quarter, expands into a broader spectrum of merchandise, which include antique weaponry, rare books and maps. Vintage 329 is the exclusive representative for the History Channel’s Sean Rich’s private collection of antique arms and armor, coins and model ships. Joey Sutton is proud of his newest venture and looks forward to introducing collectors to his expanded gallery.

Lois Sutton, a New Orleans native and pervasive French Quarter business woman, is a major driving force behind the expansion of Vintage 329.  As the publisher of Where Magazine New Orleans Lois has her hand on the pulse of the city.  Consistently involved in events, projects and out-reach through-out the French Quarter, Lois is the representative of Vintage 329 in our community.

Carly Brown holds a Baccalaureate Degree in Art History and Archaeology with a specialization in Museum Curatorship from the University of Maryland. She has been working for Mr. Sutton since March 2008 and has now filled the shoes of Gallery Director at the new 329 Royal location. Previously she has been involved in research and transcription for the U.S. Senate. Bringing her acute and well-developed talent for research to the Vintage family has helped to develop our product base and support our life-time authenticity guarantee. Coming from a family of art-dealers and businessmen, she has a keen eye for the unique and savoir-faire that ignites that sales-floor.

Fred has worked for the Sutton family for over 40 years at more than 14 different galleries.  He is our renaissance man.  Fred was an integral part of the launch of Vintage 329 as he worked tirelessly to complete construction build out, gallery layout and design.  More resourceful than MacGyver, keener than Elliot Ness, more local than Mardi Gras, and smoother than James Dean, Mr. Fred is the finest of the fine

Pamela brings an extremely strong retail sales and management background to the Vintage 329 team.  As the star of our sales floor she excels in all manners of customer service and client relations.  Coming to New Orleans from Ocean Springs, Mississippi Pam is a long time Gulf Coast resident.  Outside of work she is heavily involved in promotion and support of the local music scene in New Orleans.  Enthusiastic about everything that she does Pam is extraordinarily valuable to the City of New Orleans and Vintage 329.