Lost Eras
Antique store4.3(151 Google reviews)Lost Eras is a antique store in Chicago, IL. You’ll find it at 1511 West Howard Street, Chicago, IL 60626. It’s one of 126 secondhand and resale shops we track in Chicago.
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.
Shoppers rate it 4.3 out of 5 on Google across 151 reviews. 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
- 1511 West Howard Street, Chicago, IL 60626
- Hours
- Monday – Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +17737647400
- Website
- losteras.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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lost Eras located?
Lost Eras is located at 1511 West Howard Street, Chicago, IL 60626.
What are Lost Eras’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +17737647400 to confirm.
What kind of store is Lost Eras?
Lost Eras is a antique store in Chicago, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Lost Eras?
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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