One thing I've learned so far visiting West Virginia: This part of Appalachia is obsessed with…read morecryptids. Mothman, Bigfoot, Sheepsquatch ... the gang's all here in West VA. The community really leans into myths and spooky legends, and you'll find restaurants, shops, food and drinks named after these cultural conspiracy theory characters all over the place. The Thrifty Mountaineer is the place to visit in Morgantown if you're into cryptids, because there are so many cryptid items for sale! Plushies, t-shirts, books, keychains, patches and so much more available. Mothman is THE cryptid of the state, and there are lots of Mothman things here. We picked up some Mothman potato chips, because we were curious what Mothman chips would taste like. (Turns out, Mothman tastes a lot like barbecue Lay's.) The store is also an overstock and liquidation store, a notary public and a place to get financial coaching. I can't even make this up. This store is so cool and random, and there are surprises around every corner. The people who work here are hella chill. But you'd have to be if you own and operate a friggin' store dedicated to cryptids, right? If you sell soap that smells like the Flatwoods Monster, you can't take yourself too seriously. These guys like to have fun.

Such a fun place to stop while in the Morgantown area! They have a decent sized parking lot and…read moresome fun signage outside. The inside consists of two rooms full of cryptid merchandise, general thrifty items, clothing, and your typical touristy gifts. They have a thrift "bin" which is essentially a table full of random stuff for $2. We found an unopened 6-pack of Hanes boxers and some replacement inner tubes that would fit a dirt bike. They have very fairly priced shirts for men, women, and children. I left with a $3 Bacardi tshirt and a $.50 corkscrew in a velvet drawstring bag. The staff couldn't be more friendly or helpful. They were so pleasant. There are two comfy chairs in the middle of the main room where you can relax while the rest of your party shops around. I'll definitely be back to share this experience with others.

I've been here twice now, and every time I love their new unique finds. My most recent visit was…read moreDec 18th, and I was able to get my list all finished. Everyone is always super kind and helpful, and it's all super well made for the price.

My favorite business ever!! I can't say enough about this place, but I'll start with the…read moreenvironment. Hoot and Howl has such a charming interior and warm and friendly staff. The variety of products sold is also a huge plus! With the addition of Euphorbia, (for those with plants or aspiring plant parents!!), this quickly became a place close to my heart. Highly recommend for anyone looking for cute decor, jewelry, and much more!

A tremendous organization in service to the local community. The current staff and leadership are…read moreresponsive. State tax credit in the form of the Neighborhood Investment Program are available for donations of $500 or more.

From the owner: MonValley Habitat for Humanity ReStore proceeds goes directly to serve the mission of MonValley…read moreHabitat for Humanity. Mon Valley Habitat for Humanity is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles that seek to put God's love into action by building homes, communities, and hope. Mon Valley Habitat for Humanity serves Marion, Monongalia, and Preston counties.

I have attempted to go here a time or two before but they were closed, but today I lucked out and…read moremade it in before they closed at 3pm The parking lot is free and it's located inside the Mountaineer Mall. They are located near the center of the mall. The store is large and the prices are very reasonable. I was lucky to find several great pieces. A percentage of the proceeds go towards Animals.... that's a great cause! Definitely going back again.

Visited this thrift store over the weekend. They had a large book selection, which I loved. The…read moreplace was pretty clean, but not blowing me away. Wish they had more clothes. I didn't end up buying anything, but my wife got a book series for really cheap. We didn't need any assist so didn't interact with the staff much.

Very organized, color coordinated store. I was very impressed with the layout, and can't wait to…read morereturn. I found two dresses for $2 per item, they were both 1/2 price and the color of the week.

Salvation Army has amazing deals on items that need a second life! I check the store out at least…read moreonce every week or so and I've gotten some great finds!

Lovely thrift store located inside the Morgantown Mall and all the proceeds go to help animals…read more Lots of merchandise and they accept more donations. Fairly priced and clean store.

From the owner: ReTails by M-SNAP is like no other. It is staffed by volunteers, the community donates new and…read moregently used items they no longer want or need. Every week the store is restocked so you never know what treasures you might find, and items are attractively displayed - making it a great place to shop! Plus, the proceeds support Mountaineer Spay Neuter Assistance Program (M-SNAP) - a wonderful spay/neuter non-profit that helps animals by reducing pet overpopulation.

Unpleasant odor. Poorly organized clothing racks (men's and women's items mixed into each other's…read moresections. Mirrors are near front of store/check out -- not convenient to clothing area. Otherwise very friendly staff. Got an Izod pullover and a Claiborne jacket for $7.98!

Fantastic store, great service, choice place for bargain hunters who want to help make a difference…read morefor betterment of humanity.

I've never been here, never visited the state either. But I like to online shop at other Plato's…read morebecause I get so bored with my local ones. This isn't the first time I've online shopped at stores I've never actually stepped foot in, but this is the only store who has neatly folded the clothes I bought, wrap them in tissue paper and write me a nice note on my receipt. All my items I got were well tagged (no holes in garment when I took tags off) no stains or signs of wear, and were super cute! The only complaint I could give is one of my tops I ordered was an XL and was listed as an XL on the site, I ordered it cause I thought it would look really cute as an oversized sweatshirt but turns out it was a child's XL and fit like a small, luckily it still fit. But all in all, I will definitely be ordering from them again!

I had such a great experience at Plato's Closet! The staff was incredibly friendly, which made…read moreshopping so much more enjoyable. Thank you Braelin for all your help. The store itself was very organized and easy to browse, with everything laid out in a way that made finding what I needed simple. I'll definitely be coming back--highly recommend if you're looking for a fun shopping trip with helpful staff and a clean, well-arranged store!