Subtext
Antique storeSubtext is a antique store in Lexington, KY. You’ll find it at 231 Woodland Ave, Lexington, KY 40502. It’s one of 33 secondhand and resale shops we track in Lexington.
The store keeps hours 4 days a week and is closed on Sunday, staying open as late as 5 PM on its longest days. 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.
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Store information
- Address
- 231 Woodland Ave, Lexington, KY 40502
- Hours
- Monday: ClosedTuesday: ClosedWednesday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMThursday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMFriday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMSaturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PMSunday: ClosedHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Website
- subtextlex.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.
- It’s closed on Sunday — plan the visit for another day.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Lexington
Central Christian Church Thrift Shop
Thrift store219 E Short St, 1st Fl, Lexington, KY0.6 mi
Monday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM; Friday: Closed; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed
Univtg
Secondhand store371 S Limestone, Lexington, KY0.7 mi
Monday: 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Broadway Art and Antiques
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Wearhouse
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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 – 5:00 PM
Liberty Hill Antiques & Fine Furnishings
Antique store934 Winchester Rd, Lexington, KY1.4 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Sunday: Closed
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Subtext located?
Subtext is located at 231 Woodland Ave, Lexington, KY 40502.
What are Subtext’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed. Hours can change — call ahead to confirm.
Is Subtext open on Sunday?
No — Subtext is closed on Sunday according to its posted hours.
What kind of store is Subtext?
Subtext is a antique store in Lexington, KY.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Subtext?
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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