The staff was friendly and always moving to keep the place running smoothly. Unlike most "antique"…read moreshops, most of the items here are NOT overpriced by their sellers (some are, but most are not). The building was formerly a medical facility so the "booths" are exam rooms that are well-lit and well organized. There are a range of sellers, from typical nostalgic toys and games to the usual novelty glassware, Pyrex, trading cards, clothing, books, VHS tapes and DVDs, records and CD's, some framed prints (we purchased one) and mirrors - even live plants. You can also find a range of old cameras that make nice decorations and other shelf-fillers and conversation pieces. Maybe you need a flip-top hinged wood box to sit on your table that you open up to reveal a clock when you want to know the time of day, instead of looking at your watch or phone. Maybe you're old school like that. This place has your back. The store has 3 levels, and all are clean, spacious, and well organized. There are a couple of niche "tricks" and novelties but I won't spoil the surprises - go see for yourself. Also there were a few pinball games and arcade games (bring your quarters) to keep little ones entertained, if they aren't constantly asking you what a cassette is or what you do with that GI Joe action figure. The layout and presentation by the vendors is imaginative with plenty of clever lights and scents. On a humid summer day the plethora of window AC units supplementing the main HVAC worked wonderfully. The owner has gone out of their way to decorate the common areas in clever and entertaining ways. As a nice plus, because this was a medical facility there were actually spacious and well-running bathrooms, not the mop closet smelling like mold, RAID insect spray, mustard gas, and livestock that most antique stores throw a toilet in (which generally has about a 25% success rate of actually flushing). The entire place is wheelchair accessible and has a functioning elevator, although fitting a wheelchair in every aisle of every booth is not possible. However, I bet the very kind staff there or a fellow peruser would be happy to help you. They even have a never-used porta-potty dressing room to try on clothing (don't be a snob, you're the one trying on used clothes). In all, I bought a couple of items and will come back to see how the stock has rotated. Pro Tip: go to the checkout area first near the ground floor entrance; they sell canned booze like Truly and several varieties of beer as well as water and novelty flavored sodas and root beers. There are also packaged snacks and candy. Do this first so you can enjoy your sundries as you stroll this expansive joint. We were in there for almost 3 hours and didn't get bored. My only regret was not knowing I could have enjoyed some adult beverages while doing so.

I've never been to this new location or the old one. What a nice surprise. The place is amazing…read more Three floors with incredible booths. Each vendor does an incredible job making there treasures stand out. The check out room has check out lanes with conveyor belts like grocery stores. How cool is that!

It may take a couple days to full go through what this place has. It can be dark in some rooms and…read moredirty, but it's worth it!

I love thrift stores, antique store, and garage sales. But in the Chicagoland prices are insane,…read moreeveryone seems to thing they have gold. On tv show you see people getting awesome things for very cheap, but I've never experienced it, that is until now. This place is absolutely amazing! This place is exceptionally dirty, unorganized, and has no rhyme or reason, and I wouldn't have it any other way! It is a thrifters dream. Don't wear something nice, you will get dirty. If you have allergies, take a Claritin before hand. It is worth a visit, trust me! They have furniture, China, glassware, lamps, art, kitchen stuff, old nuts/bolts/fittings, old tools, and more. They have a little bit of everything. It's a labyrinth of small paths, dead ends, strange rooms, all full to the ceiling with stuff, literally stuff hanging from the ceiling.

Schoolhouse Antiques is a great antique and resale market just off Lincoln Highway...you can't miss…read moreit! It's chocked full of vintage nostalgia items with fair prices. It's a little bit scattered and not really organized in any particular format. Yet there are treasures to behold if you've got the time to browse for them. My only ding: parking is tight, and both when I got there and when I was leaving, I saw almost 3 fender benders happen in the parking lot with people trying to maneuver in and out of there.

I love coming to this place. It has a very nice atmosphere full of unique items. Ive bought many…read moredifferent items from this building and they're all wonderful and I refuse to let go of them...they will not be returning to ANY thrift store. Whoever wrote "goodwill is better" on a mirror outside once when it was all steamed up-I will personally challenge you to a game of schoolhouse education.

This is one of the better antique malls we've been too. Well laid out and a little bit of…read moreeverything for everyone. The staff were incredibly helpful and respectfully made sure to check if we needed anything brought up to the counter. This was super helpful and freed up our hands as well ended up finding many Royal Haeger treasures. Once they knew we were set on the pieces they began wrapping and boxing our items carefully while we finished shopping. It was easy to be wrung up and they were the kindest people. This is a must-stop if you are in the area!

It's like a Museum up in here! BUT it's all on sale! If you keep your eyes open you'll find…read moresomethingj, but it'll probably be expensive. I found a "Murderers' Row" canvas print of The Great Gambino and Lou Gehrig on sale! BUT that was after combing the whole place with fine comb, though it's fun cuz it's a museum

A large antique store with multiple levels of well organized displays. There is a large selection…read moreof antiques and most are nicely displayed. The building is packed with a great variety of vendor booths. They have everything from vintage toys and mid-century furniture to old signs and retro kitchenware. It is easy to spend a considerable amount of time reminiscing. You could spend at least an hour or two to see it all.

FUN! Lots of interesting things, a small comic store inside, and creepy downstairs with more fun!…read moreYadaadadadada I got a yellow chick hat here.

A nice combo of vintage paraphernalia and clothing items, including shirts with quirky captions and…read moretees from Sun Records in Memphis (a classic label that produced Elvis, Johnny Cash and other early rock and country). Smaller than some of the other antique mall-type stores we visited in town, but nicely curated.

The cutest little boutique in Morris! On trend clothes and jewelry, scarves, candles and bits of…read morevintage and antiques. The owner is super helpful and is great at helping to put looks together. A must stop in this shopping district.

This is one of the better thrift stores & for a good cause. Large variety of items from…read morehouseware,furniture, to clothing, etc.. Some prices were a little bit higher, but most of them were reasonable and they always have specials for the day. The people that are working there are very nice. This is definitely one of my stops for a thrift store.

If you're looking for the W in a huge WIN, give MorningStar Missions Treasure Chest a Whirl. If you…read morehave an overflowed closet or your dresser drawers are packed to the gills with too many clothes or maybe your're needing to revap your wardrobe. MorningStar Missions Treasure Chest thrift store in Joliet is the place to bring those extra items or for your closet refresh. Everthing that sells goes directly to their homeless shelter, located in Joliet. That's a huge WIN. This store is packed with goodies! They have womens, mens, childrens clothing, jewelery,dresses for occassions, toys, home decor, at fantastic prices! Hop on in and take a look for yourself. The employees are friendly, joyful, helpful and upbeat. MorningStar is located off poppin Jefferson Street. Next time you're out that way, stop in and grab yourself a gem. The treasure in the name will not disappoint. AND you'll help someone else out in the process. Now that's a winning move right there.

Paraphernalia is a gem. I use the word in the most literal sense, because if you walk toward the…read moreback of the shop you'll find some of the most beautiful jewelry in Will County. There's aquamarine and opal earrings, peridot and garnet bracelets, diamond and pearl necklaces, emerald and ruby bands...you'll be in awe by the selection inside the long glass cases. I began going as a kid, tagging along with my dad when he would buy my mom piece of jewelry for a special occasion. I loved accompanying him and having a say in what he should get her. The last few years I've gone on my own, spending many hours trying on diamond engagement rings and wedding sets. Sue, the owner, has always been gracious (and patient) in letting me wear and admire ring after ring. Some of her rings have a good story behind them, and I always enjoy hearing where certain pieces came from, their style, etc. (Fun fact: her oldest ring is over 200 years old!) Last December, I FINALLY bought a ring from Paraphernalia, which I like to refer to as my "back up engagement ring". The antique engagement ring--dating back to the 1890s--has a row of five stones of mine-cut diamonds and alternating sapphires. It's simple, it's elegant, and--most importantly--it's from an antique from a shop I cherish. For those of you looking for a piece of jewelry, I encourage you to pay a visit to Paraphernalia before walking into any other jewelry store. Once you see all that glistens and sparkles inside Sue's glass cases, you're going to want to stay awhile and try on all of them.

Charles is amazing! The merchandise is breathtaking! I remember when he had a multi drawer cabinet…read morewith old postcards. I could just sit there all day reading them. The older furniture is just as incredible. I will always recommend his stores!