Past Studies
Secondhand store3.7(12 Google reviews)Past Studies is a secondhand store in Chicago, IL. You’ll find it at 213 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607. It’s one of 126 secondhand and resale shops we track in Chicago.
The store keeps hours 5 days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 5:30 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.
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 3.7 out of 5 on Google across 12 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
- 213 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607
- Hours
- Monday: ClosedTuesday: ClosedWednesday: 12:00 PM – 5:30 PMThursday: 12:00 PM – 5:30 PMFriday: 12:00 PM – 5:30 PMSaturday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMSunday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +13125326028
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 (12 PM – 4 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Past Studies located?
Past Studies is located at 213 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607.
What are Past Studies’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +13125326028 to confirm.
Is Past Studies open on Sunday?
Yes — Past Studies lists Sunday hours of 12 PM – 4 PM.
What kind of store is Past Studies?
Past Studies is a secondhand store in Chicago, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Past Studies?
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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