Josie's
Antique storeJosie's is a antique store in Wilmette, IL. You’ll find it at 545 Ridge Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091. It’s one of 3 secondhand and resale shops we track in Wilmette.
The store keeps hours 4 days a week and is closed on Sunday, staying open as late as 5 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
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
- 545 Ridge Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091
- Hours
- Monday: ClosedTuesday: ClosedWednesday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PMThursday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PMFriday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PMSaturday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PMSunday: ClosedHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +18472567646
- Website
- josies545.com
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.
- It’s closed on Sunday — plan the visit for another day.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Wilmette
West End Antiques
Antique store619 Green Bay Road, Wilmette, IL0.7 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
Federalist Antiques
Antique storePark Drive, Kenilworth, IL0.8 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
YWCA Shop for Good: Women's Resale Boutique
Secondhand store1107 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL0.9 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
George Ritzlin Antique Maps & Prints
Antique store1937 Central St, Evanston, IL1.4 mi
Closet Freaks Resale Boutique
Secondhand store8743 Kimball Ave, Skokie, IL2.4 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 – 6:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Crossroads Trading
Secondhand store1730 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL2.7 mi
Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; 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: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Josie's located?
Josie's is located at 545 Ridge Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091.
What are Josie's’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed. Hours can change — call ahead at +18472567646 to confirm.
Is Josie's open on Sunday?
No — Josie's is closed on Sunday according to its posted hours.
What kind of store is Josie's?
Josie's is a antique store in Wilmette, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Josie's?
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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