Paraphernalia Antiques
Antique storeParaphernalia Antiques is a antique store in Wilmington, IL. You’ll find it at 112 N Water St, Wilmington, IL. It’s one of 3 secondhand and resale shops we track in Wilmington.
The store keeps hours 5 days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 5 PM on its longest days. It’s closed on Monday and Tuesday. 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
- 112 N Water St, Wilmington, IL
- Hours
- Wednesday- Saturday 10am -5pmSunday 11am - 5pmMonday & Tuesday: CLOSEDHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +18154769841
- Website
- paraphernaliaantiques.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.
- Sunday hours are on file (11 AM – 5 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Paraphernalia Antiques located?
Paraphernalia Antiques is located at 112 N Water St, Wilmington, IL.
What are Paraphernalia Antiques’s hours?
Listed hours: Wednesday- Saturday 10am -5pm; Sunday 11am - 5pm; Monday & Tuesday: CLOSED. Hours can change — call ahead at +18154769841 to confirm.
Is Paraphernalia Antiques open on Sunday?
Yes — Paraphernalia Antiques lists Sunday hours of 11 AM – 5 PM.
What kind of store is Paraphernalia Antiques?
Paraphernalia Antiques is a antique store in Wilmington, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Paraphernalia 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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