Krenek's Antiques
Antique storeKrenek's Antiques is a antique store in Forest Park, IL. You’ll find it at 7501 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130. It’s one of 3 secondhand and resale shops we track in Forest Park.
The store keeps hours six days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 6 PM on its longest days. It’s closed on Wednesday. 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
- 7501 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130
- Hours
- Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMTuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMWednesday: ClosedThursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMFriday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMSaturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMSunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +17083661242
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.
- Sunday hours are on file (11 AM – 5 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
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Studio 8 Artifacts
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Krenek's Antiques located?
Krenek's Antiques is located at 7501 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130.
What are Krenek's Antiques’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +17083661242 to confirm.
Is Krenek's Antiques open on Sunday?
Yes — Krenek's Antiques lists Sunday hours of 11 AM – 5 PM.
What kind of store is Krenek's Antiques?
Krenek's Antiques is a antique store in Forest Park, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Krenek's 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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