The Collector's Cave

ABOUT THE COLLECTOR CAVE

The Collector’s Cave is your one-stop shop for authentic sports memorabilia and sports collectibles. Our upstart website offers thousands of authenticated items from the National Football League, NCAA Football & Basketball, Major league Baseball, National Basketball Association, National Hockey League, PGA Tour and more.

Our fast-growing brand is recognizable in the sports memorabilia industry and is synonymous with excellence, authenticity and great value. Our always growing, diverse collection of sports memorabilia makes it easy to find the exact sports item you are shopping for. We have a major online and social presence in the memorabilia world.

At Collector’s Cave we strive to bring the best athletes to the Chicago-land region creating a once an a lifetime experience. We work with locals venues who share our same passion for sports.

We offer JSA witnessed authenticated products with the best quality jerseys and framing. Our prices are competitive as we strive to be the largest sports memorabilia company in the Chicago-land area.

Were just not collectors – we’re fans. Upgrade your man cave with The Collector’s Cave.

MEET AARON BARNES Owner

Aaron has been collecting cards and memorabilia for over 3 decades! Aaron graduated from Purdue University where he swears he had drinks with Drew Brees one night. Aaron is also Executive Director of Network Technology Services, a managed information technology provider based out of Las Vegas, NV.

In 2018, Aaron founded Region Sports and Memorabilia, also adding the d/b/a The Collector’s Cave. Aaron spends his free time going to White Sox, Bulls, Blackhawks, and Bears games. He also enjoys golfing and relaxing with his children.

MEET MICHAEL HAYES Owner

Michael graduated from Calumet College in 2004 after he was the first committed recruit in their inaugural basketball season. He was a four year starter at Calumet College. Mike also is co-owner of Shirer Insurance in Crown Point, Indiana.

Mike is very active in the NWI market and has connected CC with multiple organizations,

Michael fell in love with watching the Chicago

Bulls win 6 championships and has been obsessed with Chicago Sports ever since! Michael has a love for sports memorabilia and co-founded The Collector’s Cave. He loves hunting, sports, fishing, & spending time with his wife and step-daughter.