Material Objects
Secondhand store4.5(113 Google reviews)Material Objects is a secondhand store in Portland, ME. You’ll find it at 500 Congress Street, Portland, ME. It’s one of 5 secondhand and resale shops we track in Portland.
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 Monday. 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.
Shoppers rate it 4.5 out of 5 on Google across 113 reviews. 6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 500 Congress Street, Portland, ME
- Hours
- Monday closedTuesday – Thursday,Sunday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PMFriday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1 207-774-1241
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 (11 AM – 5 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Material Objects located?
Material Objects is located at 500 Congress Street, Portland, ME.
What are Material Objects’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday closed; Tuesday – Thursday,Sunday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +1 207-774-1241 to confirm.
Is Material Objects open on Sunday?
Yes — Material Objects lists Sunday hours of 11 AM – 5 PM.
What kind of store is Material Objects?
Material Objects is a secondhand store in Portland, ME.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Material Objects?
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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