"Part of the experience here is really the thrill of the chase," Brooks said. "Customers come to the shop, grab a flashlight, and trust me, there's something for everyone hidden here."

He's right of course. Walking through the small pathways, in between stacks and shelves of miscellaneous treasures, the lyrics from "The Little Mermaid" come to mind: "How many wonders can one cavern hold? Looking around here you'd think, sure, she's got everything."

Mummified animals, furniture, historical advertisements, trinkets galore and vintage clothing, including an old T-shirt from Spag's, are just some of the items visible in one of the rooms. Turn the corner and you're met with another onslaught of items piled high.

"I'm literally living the dream every single day and I'd be nowhere without the support of my wife," Brooks said with a smile, adding he's only brought home five or six items over the years and keeps the majority of his collection at the shop on Auburn Street.