About us

Our Story

Welcome to Beardo’s Curiosities, where the spirit of New Orleans mystique meets the heart of Cincinnati! Step inside and you’ll feel the energy of the French Quarter — a blend of voodoo charm, southern gothic style, and the allure of the unknown.

Founded by Brad “Beardo” Hester in August 2021 as a traveling oddity shop and manifested itself into a physical location since September 2023, Beardo’s brings a touch of the Bayou’s magic up north. We specialize in the strange and the spiritual — from vintage medical instruments and antique taxidermy to voodoo-inspired art, curious relics, and handcrafted decor that channel the mystery and folklore of Louisiana’s dark beauty.

Each item in our shop carries a story, a whisper from another time or place — whether it’s something to spark curiosity, stir the soul, or simply bring that New Orleans energy into your world.

At Beardo’s, we don’t just sell the unusual — we celebrate it. So come on in, explore the odd, and let a little voodoo magic find its way into your life.

Beardo’s Curiosities — bringing the spirit of New Orleans to Cincinnati.