Retrospect
Secondhand storeRetrospect is a secondhand store in Mid-Cambridge, MA. It’s the only secondhand shop we currently track in Mid-Cambridge, so the nearby list below reaches into neighboring towns.
The store keeps hours seven days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 9 PM on its longest days. 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.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- Mid-Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139Exact street address not on file — the map pin below is precise.
- Hours
- Monday – Sunday 12:00 PM – 9:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
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 – 9 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Mid-Cambridge

Friends and Family
Secondhand store1073 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA0.2 mi
Monday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Jmw Gallery
Antique store358 Broadway, Cambridge, MA0.3 mi
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Great Eastern Trading
Secondhand store49 River St, Cambridge, MA0.3 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

The Attic - Cambridge
Secondhand store1218 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA0.4 mi
Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; 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 – 6:00 PM
Boomerangs
Secondhand store563 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA0.5 mi
Tu-Su 10:00-17:00

Goodwill
Thrift store520 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA0.5 mi
Mo-Sa 11:00-18:00
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Frequently asked questions
What are Retrospect’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Sunday 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead to confirm.
Is Retrospect open on Sunday?
Yes — Retrospect lists Sunday hours of 12 PM – 9 PM.
What kind of store is Retrospect?
Retrospect is a secondhand store in Mid-Cambridge, MA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Retrospect?
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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