Design Archives Emporium
Secondhand storeDesign Archives Emporium is a secondhand store in Winston-Salem, NC. You’ll find it at 636 W Fourth St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101. It’s one of 38 secondhand and resale shops we track in Winston-Salem.
The store keeps hours six days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 8 PM on its longest days. It’s closed on Tuesday. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Secondhand stores buy or take in used goods and price them to move, so the floor changes constantly; expect a mix of everyday clothing, housewares, and the occasional standout piece priced well below retail.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
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Store information
- Address
- 636 W Fourth St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
- Hours
- Monday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMTuesday: ClosedWednesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMThursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMFriday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PMSaturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PMSunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +13366022452
Getting there
Design Archives Emporium is in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Get directions36.09755, -80.25080
Before you go
- Ask at the register which tag color is on sale this week and which is newest — the sale racks are cheap, the newest racks are where fresh donations land.
- Check garments under good light for stains and test every zipper; most thrift sales are final.
- Bring a tape measure and your key measurements — sizes vary wildly across eras and brands.
- Sunday hours are on file (12 PM – 6 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Winston-Salem
Twins Vintage
Vintage store835 Burke St, Winston-Salem, NC0.3 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Epoca
Antique store107 W 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC0.3 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Trouvaille Home
Antique store938 Burke St, Winston-Salem, NC0.4 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
Major Tomms
Secondhand store608 N Trade St, Winston-Salem, NC0.4 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Off The Rack
Secondhand store619 N Trade St, Winston-Salem, NC0.4 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Still Grimy
Secondhand store91 W 6th St, Winston-Salem, NC0.4 mi
Monday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Design Archives Emporium located?
Design Archives Emporium is located at 636 W Fourth St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101.
What are Design Archives Emporium’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +13366022452 to confirm.
Is Design Archives Emporium open on Sunday?
Yes — Design Archives Emporium lists Sunday hours of 12 PM – 6 PM.
What kind of store is Design Archives Emporium?
Design Archives Emporium is a secondhand store in Winston-Salem, NC.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Design Archives Emporium?
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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