Alley Kats Arts, Crafts & Antiques
Antique storeAlley Kats Arts, Crafts & Antiques is a antique store in Bloomington, IL. You’ll find it at 401 South Center Street, Bloomington, IL 61701. It’s one of 10 secondhand and resale shops we track in Bloomington.
We don’t have hours on file for this location yet — the phone number or website below is the fastest way to check before visiting.
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
- 401 South Center Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
- Phone
- +1-309-820-0777
- Website
- alleykatsantiques.com
Getting there
Alley Kats Arts, Crafts & Antiques is in Bloomington, Illinois.
Get directions40.47550, -88.99520
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 Alley Kats Arts, Crafts & Antiques located?
Alley Kats Arts, Crafts & Antiques is located at 401 South Center Street, Bloomington, IL 61701.
What kind of store is Alley Kats Arts, Crafts & Antiques?
Alley Kats Arts, Crafts & Antiques is a antique store in Bloomington, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Alley Kats Arts, Crafts & Antiques?
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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