Where Forgotten Bags Find New Life
Ever wondered what happens to the luggage that never finds its way back to its owner? In Scottsboro, Alabama, there’s a store turning mystery into a spectacle. Unclaimed Baggage, the only shop in the US that resells items from unclaimed airline luggage, has just unveiled its annual Found Report for 2025, and the contents are as wild as ever.
Every year, after airlines attempt to return lost bags over a 90-day period, anything left unclaimed gets sent to this 50,000-square-foot retail curiosity. Drawing over a million visitors each year, the store is a magnet for bargain hunters and collectors of the bizarre.
Historical Surprises and Luxe Leftovers
This year’s highlights include a signed 1944 letter from none other than Eleanor Roosevelt, a shooting script from the cult classic The Goonies, and a 1941 newspaper clipping documenting the Pearl Harbor attack. These aren’t just quirky relics; they’re tangible pieces of history left behind in overhead bins.
Also on the list: an 18K gold Rolex worth a cool $20,000, Chanel loafers, and a full Louis Vuitton travel set. It’s a luxury parade that somehow slipped through airport cracks.
Bizarre and Baffling Finds
But not everything is posh. Among the year’s weirdest discoveries were a rattlesnake preserved in whiskey, silicone butt pads, freeze-dried chicken feet, a glass eye, and even a toilet seat. If you think you’ve seen it all, think again.
The Found Report doesn’t just catalogue goods; it reflects trends. A growing number of pet-related items and loungewear pieces show how deeply remote work and pandemic-era comforts have embedded themselves in travel habits. Even political campaign merch from the 2024 US elections made an appearance.
Hidden Gems at a Fraction of the Price
All these forgotten treasures are made available to the public at discounts of up to 80% off their original prices. With daily inventory updates, there’s always something new on the shelves – whether you’re looking for a vintage collectible or just a great story to tell.
