Rhonda helped me find the perfect gloves to finish my costume. I was looking for black vintage…read morecotton day gloves, and she instead steered me toward a pair of kid leather that "fit like a glove", literally. I have small hands, but as most people know true vintage runs VERY small compared to current sizes. These gloves completed my costume and I went on to win "Best Overall Costume at the Clarke Very Victorian Tarot & Tea Party". This shop is hard to find, you can't see it from the street, so look for The Pub restaurant located in the Creamery building/ Arcata Play house. The store is behind the restaurant down a little alley. Amazingly low prices for the quality you get. Going there is like a treasure hunt!

Everytime I talked with the owner, Jane, and staff, I have had excellent service and great ideas…read morefrom them when I cannot make a choice of my own. They all are extremely helpful. I highly recommend this store based on the great customer service and awesome selection of clothing, shoes, and so much more!

Great vintage finds in great condition, great prices, great people working there. A super positive…read moreall-around experience. Plus, a beautiful sunshiny girl was tryin on a dress that was absolutely dynamite on her and all the women gathered to gas her up.

When to buy some more clothes and complemented the guy ringing me up since he was wearing a nice…read morecowboy hat and he gave me the most petty reply oof.

I have been shopping here for two years, and usually get my velvet scrunchies and cozy over the…read moreknee socks from here. Recently had the chance to bring them an Anthropology wedding dress that did not work out for me and the ladies working here were very accepting and kind. Beautiful selection and great store.

Upon entering I was delighted by the eclectic inventory which is dominated by color, variety, and…read moreuniqueness. Pleased as well to be able to purchase items made by local artists.

How do they only have one review?!…read more I walked by this place on the way to a chocolate shop (did not make it there) and it was one of the best thrift shops I've been to. I went straight to the vintage dresses and found a roaring 20's dress as well as a new with tag gunne sax dress with the puffy shoulders and light pink lace. Gunne sax is really sought after in the vintage clothing community for its limited releases and style. I was thinking of wearing the roaring 20s dress to an artdeco themed bar like Monroe or decidable in sf. I have no idea where I'll be showcasing this beautiful Victorian Gunne sax dress but I can't wait to post them! Thank you the amazing owner for her cheery attitude as she was helping other customers and then helping me. It made the visit so welcoming and I felt like I could browse around and admire everything. Btw! There was this huge "tv display" the size of the back wall with curtains. I was curious what was back there but I loved it. Wish I had more time to really navigate the whole store. I guess I have to come back soon!

The cutest store with a large variety of vintage gear for a good price the staff is friendly…read moreJASMINE helped me such good vibes she so helpful I will go back found some sweaters for a good price and jackets ,

The annual ArMack orchestra rummage sale weekend is a huge fundraiser for the combined high school…read moreorchestra, of Arcata and McKinleyville high schools. This event draws hundreds both days for this two day fundraiser event. Held in the gymnasium at Arcata high in November, this event helps raise money for the orchestra students annual performance and trip. Every year the orchestra travels either internationally or in the USA to perform in an environment of substantial exposure for these young musicians. This fundraiser allows the students to raise money individually as well as for the group collectively. There are always lots of great items available for thrifters and bargain hunters alike. Lots of clothing, footwear, artwork, glassware, kitchen appliances, furniture, tools, collectibles and vintage items to be had. Tables and tables fill the gym and there is even a high end section. This annual event is a great way for the community as a whole to show support for this great music program. Well worth to stop to shop and show support! 00149

Although I can't speak to the quality of the items, it is a rummage sale after all, I can speak to…read morethe quality and dedication of everyone involved with the Arcata McKinleyville orchestra. I have seen so many of our young folk go through this orchestra and be the better for it. Such a fortunate aspect of our education system here in Humboldt!

Whether you're a local or just visiting the area, Brainwash Thrift in the Sunnybrae Shopping Center…read moreis a must-stop! The selection of thrifty finds is outta this world, the crew is fun and friendly, and you'll be supporting an Indigenous, woman-owned business! Brainwash Thrift, as well as its sister store, Prism Gallery Arcata, are beautiful safe spaces for the BIPOC, queer, and neurodivergent members of this community. Don't listen to that 1-star hater. Come check out this awesome scene yourself.

I'm a long time local, I have come here a few times to check it out. Overall an aggressive and…read morepushy vibe.

Pretty cute! Glad they hang show posters in the window, it…read moregot me to come in. They have a sweet $1 bin where i saw a $100 retail skirt! Wild. They also had some cool costume hats and leggings :) Also fancy novelty socks, misc jewelry, and glittery cat paintings!

Yesterday, 6/18/24, my daughter and I were wandering around old town Eureka & we stumbled upon this…read moreamazing shop. This is a place you could easily spend hours in discovering treasures. The selection is truly impressive, from literal Victorian clothing, to 1970's disco jumpsuits. My daughter found a gorgeous dress with a black tulle skirt and red satin rhinestone embellished sash for only ten bucks! But the real star of the show was the girl who worked there & I wish I'd gotten her name. She had short dark hair & was the sweetest, most wonderful young woman. She couldn't have known how much her kindness mattered, but it did. We have just moved here & my daughter is having a tough time, worrying about whether or not she'll fit in or be happy here. This salesperson was precisely the kind of person my daughter admires and we talked briefly about anime and video games and...maybe it didn't seem like much to her, but it meant a lot to us. We will certainly be back. Often.

I came here hoping to buy things for my daughter's costume and it was a money grab... to say the…read moreleast. 10 bucks for used socks? 40 bucks for cheap wigs? 40 bucks for a partially fufilled cheap costume? Don't bother coming here unless you are prepared to spend 100 bucks atleast. You can spend significantly less for something amazon quality (which is returnable)... if you purchase something here it is NON-RETURNABLE/EXCHANGEABLE).

Great store. Lots of fun clothing. Super friendly owner. Always enjoy shopping. I'm glad they are…read morehere!

These folks have a lot of interesting, older furniture and housewares. But, I am a little skeptical…read moreof the quality of their products. We bought a rocking chair from them a few months ago. It was a little squeaky and when we went to tighten the screws, we found that the screw attaching one arm to the back was missing! This is not a minor thing and someone should have looked over the chair before selling it (especially since we paid almost $100 for it). I might forgive something like that if I bought from some random on Craigslist, but I expect some basics repairs and cleaning when I buy from a store.

Really nice people working there who are quick to offer help and free shipping. But wow, why is…read morevintage furniture with creaky drawers so overpriced here? Really cool unique selection but they need to think about lowering their prices by about 50% for used old style furniture that doesn't work all that reliably... Drawers that don't pull out evenly and get stuck.

Pricey for what the selection is and I tried to donate some books, but was rejected. I saw a woman…read morewalk in after me with a BIGGER box of books and they accepted hers. The manager stated they weren't taking books right now. But clearly didn't want the books that I had. I suspect it had something to do with the books being queer/LGBTQ+ friendly. Very disappointed in this transphobic/homophobic run store. The cashier woman was very kind, though. 5/5 stars for her.

I've been coming here for YEARS and love it. I love the mission behind the organization and as…read moresomeone who works in healthcare dealing with hospice patients it's close to my heart. Hard not to support such a stand up business that supports its community. It's great for clothing, then antique furniture. Sometimes they have other bits and baubles but the clothes and furniture are most consistent good finds.