The best antique, thrift & vintage shops in Bloomington

6 antique, thrift & vintage shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Old House Society

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Old House Society is the local treasure trove for second-chance building bits, with aisles of salvaged doors, windows, and old hardware…

214 Douglas St

Old House Society is the local treasure trove for second-chance building bits, with aisles of salvaged doors, windows, and old hardware ready to give your project some lived-in charm. Stop in when your older home needs a matching doorknob or you just want inspiration that doesn't come in a flat box.

From the Bloomington newsletter, September 4, 2026

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A Gridley Antiques

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

From 17th to 20th century furniture, Blue & White and Yelloware ceramics, to bronze and pewter pieces, clocks, lighting, rugs, and seasonal…

217 E Front St

From 17th to 20th century furniture, Blue & White and Yelloware ceramics, to bronze and pewter pieces, clocks, lighting, rugs, and seasonal decor, Asahel Gridley Antiques is a curated time machine for Bloomington folks this week. Local art from Mark Forth, Nicolas Africano, and Gerard Erley keeps it fresh.

From the Bloomington newsletter, September 16, 2026

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The Flea Thrift

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

The Flea Thrift lives up to its tagline with odd and unique antiques, art, and more that instantly upgrade your space with personality.…

1202 S Towanda Ave

The Flea Thrift lives up to its tagline with odd and unique antiques, art, and more that instantly upgrade your space with personality. Swing through when you want a quick hit of inspiration and a find that feels like it picked you, not the other way around.

From the Bloomington newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Plato's Closet Bloomington

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Chain retailer buying & selling trendy secondhand clothing for teens & young adults.

1407 N Veterans Pkwy

Chain retailer buying & selling trendy secondhand clothing for teens & young adults.

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Antiques & Uniques

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Antiques & Uniques is a multi-dealer mall in downtown Bloomington packing antiques, vintage, collectibles, jewelry, and handcrafted finds…

309 N Main St

Antiques & Uniques is a multi-dealer mall in downtown Bloomington packing antiques, vintage, collectibles, jewelry, and handcrafted finds that change constantly. If your shelves need character or you love a good rabbit hole, pop in this week and discover the piece you didn’t know you needed.

From the Bloomington newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Clothes Mentor Bloomington, IL

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Resale clothing chain stocking pre-owned brand-name apparel, shoes & accessories for women.

1407 N Veterans Pkwy

Resale clothing chain stocking pre-owned brand-name apparel, shoes & accessories for women.

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