Amazing time, quant, peaceful & informative(: The Roman…read moreEmpire exhibit was super unexpected & exciting in my opinion w/the coin collection & history of empresses. Honestly really good exhibits. Love the landscape of Iowa w/amazing security around the facility & front desk

I'll go ahead and give them five stars because it was free the day/time I went, and they don't…read moreforce you to exit thru the gift shop. Otherwise it's a bit small but since I don't know what they charge even I won't judge them for that. What they did have was generally pretty impressive, the Grant Wood collection was surprisingly beautiful. The Roman section had some great historic items as well. There's as a large focus on local Iowa artists, and a lot of landscape works at the moment at least. Plenty of free parking in the area on weekdays, I saw a garage too but don't know the situation. Staff is friendly and helpful. Definitely worth checking out. Building is old and pretty cool.

This local antique shop is everything I want in a vintage home goods store. It features several…read morefloors (don't miss that there are two separate basements!) of reasonably priced cookware, toys, books, dishes, and more! They don't seem to do clothes and the large furniture collection is small. This is much more about finding a fun, old-timey centerpiece or a new piece for your vintage cooking collection. They have an entire wall of fantastic quality (many well pre-seasoned!) cast iron skillets of all sizes. If you're looking for a steal to spice up your next dinner party, this is the place for you.

As a beader, this store is a dream come true. Every item I need from the wires, beads, threads,…read moreneedles, etc. are all in one place. They even carry ultra-suede for my beaded embroidery. The completed projects on display are pure eye candy for me. They also sell some gorgeous completed items for the non-artistic. The only slightly downside to this location is the parking, but it is worth walking a few blocks to visit.

I don't make jewelry. I wear it, though. I haven't ever purchased beads, or even really taken the…read moretime to think about the different types of beads before. But one day, I decided-- 'What the hell. I'm gonna go see what Beadology Iowa is all about.' And I'm glad I did. This store definitely deserves some Yelp love. First off, the storefront and sign are eye catching. And while Beadology Iowa changed names like a decade ago, this go-to bead store has lived in Iowa City for over 30 years. I walked in and was greeted with a smile. (That's always the best, isn't it?) As a non-jewelry maker I was amazed to see the different materials the beads were made of? Like; stone, pearl, metal, organic, glass, chrystal and one-of-a-kind flamework beads. WOWZA. Beads. Beads. Beads. Everywhere! Organized chaos of every color and from all over the world. There was eclectic jewelry for sale throughout the store-- which was made in house? I believe. Plus, an assortment of tools for jewelry making and other supplies. The staff appeared to be super knowledgeable, but I mean-- it's not like I'd have known :) The thing that really impressed me was just how passionate everyone I chatted with seemed. They were definite artists pumped to educate me on their craft. Classes are offered-- which I definitely need to hit up sometime. Wirework, stringing, knotting, flame-work, glass work, etc... Beginners and professionals are welcome! (Just be warned parking COULD be a concern at this location!) Overall, this rainbow store had a non judgey, creative vibe. And even thought I knew nothing, I felt ok coming in just to peruse while an obvious avid customer shopped along side me. I'll definitely come back for some custom accessories, perhaps a repair -- or a class!

Mike, the owner of Knock on Wood, does a fantastic job restoring antiques. He restored a number of…read moreitems for us - a depression era dresser, several tables, a Danish chair and many other things. His rates are very reasonable and when he can (and he is always booked in advance) he will accommodate you in between big jobs. Highly recommend his business!

If you're willing to put in a little elbow grease, some sanding, and a coat of paint, the Habitat…read moreFor Humanity Restore is a great place to find discount/used furniture, light fixtures, and other appliances for your home! A lot of the furniture is in pretty good shape and can be fixed up with some new upholstering, sanding, or painting. They also have a significant selection of appliances, lighting, and other odds and ends (like sinks and countertops) that could be a good fit if you're looking for something for a small space. I was thrilled when I looked at the prices on some of the desk/dresser/drawer items in particular. I came looking for a filing cabinet, and found one for just $5! Doesn't get much better than that.

This review is on their pickup service for donation…read more Habitat for Humanity Restore is a treasure chest of items... and that is because folks donate. And ALSO because you can schedule pickup for items you plan to donate. MAN does that make donating an old couch easy! We contacted on them on Monday and they came by to grab our sofa that Friday morning. They gave us an hour window a few days prior-- they were on time! Professional and prompt, a two man team came up in a truck, got it and were gone. In the blink of an eye! They take appliances, cabinetry, doors, hardware, flooring, furniture, art, mirrors, lighting, vents, exercise equipment, garden tools, bricks, pavers, fencing, lawn equipment, roofing, windows, tile, power tools, lumbar and more. One mans junk truly is another mans lucky day. Donate to Habitat for Humanity Restore-- and give them a shout-- they'll make the entire process painless by moving it for you. Cheers to that.

Best framing shop in Cedar Rapids. So good that having moved out of state I still return to them,…read moredrop off the art, then come back a couple months later to pick it up. Great prices, too, which is important when you're having several pieces framed at one time, which can be costly...

I'm fairly certain that the owner has to sell items in order to bring more in. There is almost…read moreliterally no where to put anything else. The shelves, walls, floor, and ceiling are all packed with stuff. Don't expect a bunch of staging here, but do expect to find some gems for amazing prices! We ended up buying a lot more than we anticipated, but there was just so much amazing pottery that we couldn't help it. The owner is an incredibly nice gentleman who was cleaning and polishing some of the wares the whole time we were there. He was very helpful in answering our questions. While it would be helpful to see a greater degree of organization to the pieces, I don't know how that would be possible without shutting the place down, clearing it out and starting over. There is, again, SO MUCH STUFF that you're bound to find a treasure.

Okay, I admit it. This place may seem a little dirty and strange when you first walk in. But once…read moreyou go through several rooms you begin to notice how there is some good stuff. And how dirt cheap it is. Literally. Most things are under three dollars. It's a really good shop so you need to go despite what you think from the beginning. It's a neat place with great stuff.

This place is AWESOME!!! The style is a great mix of everything from modern to mid century to farm…read morehouse. The store is easy to shop and beautifully kept. Owned by a local mother/daughter duo this is a MUST SHOP BOUTIQUE!!!!!! Whether you're looking for a unique birthday present, or for something great to add to your own home you must come here.