Acorn Antiques and Consignments
Antique storeAcorn Antiques and Consignments is a antique store in Ames, IA. You’ll find it at 319 Main Street, Ames, IA 50010. It’s one of 6 secondhand and resale shops we track in Ames.
Hours are listed below as the store posts them; they can change seasonally, so call ahead before a long drive.
Antique dealers price by research, age, and provenance, so expect fewer accidental bargains but far more depth per shelf — furniture, glass, jewelry, and collectibles with real history. Many dealers negotiate on larger pieces, especially for cash.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 319 Main Street, Ames, IA 50010
- Hours
- Wednesday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PMThursday – Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +15153372052
Before you go
- Bring cash and ask politely whether there is any flexibility on price — many dealers discount 10–20% for cash.
- Check marks, joints, and repairs; a phone photo of the maker’s mark lets you look up comparable sold prices before you commit.
- Measure doorways and your vehicle before falling for a large piece — most antique stores are cash-and-carry.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Acorn Antiques and Consignments located?
Acorn Antiques and Consignments is located at 319 Main Street, Ames, IA 50010.
What are Acorn Antiques and Consignments’s hours?
Listed hours: Wednesday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Thursday – Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +15153372052 to confirm.
What kind of store is Acorn Antiques and Consignments?
Acorn Antiques and Consignments is a antique store in Ames, IA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Acorn Antiques and Consignments?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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