The Brass Grasshopper
Antique storeThe Brass Grasshopper is a antique store in Matthews, NC. You’ll find it at 1325 Matthews Mint Hill Rd, Matthews, NC 28105. It’s one of 9 secondhand and resale shops we track in Matthews.
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 Tuesday and Wednesday. 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
- 1325 Matthews Mint Hill Rd, Matthews, NC 28105
- Hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PMTuesday: ClosedWednesday: ClosedThursday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PMFriday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PMSaturday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PMSunday: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +17048473003
- Website
- thebrassgrasshopper.com
Getting there
The Brass Grasshopper is in Matthews, North Carolina.
Get directions35.11842, -80.70112
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 (1 PM – 5:30 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Matthews
Once Upon A Child
Secondhand store9623 - J East Independence Blvd, Matthews, NC0.8 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
ZABS Place
Thrift store100 North Trade Street, Matthews, NC1.2 mi
Sunday: 12:00–18:00; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 10:00–18:00; Friday: 10:00–16:00; Saturday: 00:00–00:00
Backporch Treasures Thrift Boutique
Thrift store119 North Ames Street, Matthews, NC1.3 mi
Mo-Sa 10:00-17:00
Precious Restorations Art & Antique Restoration
Antique store315 W John St, Matthews, NC1.4 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Plato's Closet
Secondhand store10035 E. Independence Blvd., Matthews, NC1.4 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Thrift store2447 East John Street, Matthews, NC1.9 mi
Su, Mo off; Tu-Fr 10:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-17:00
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Brass Grasshopper located?
The Brass Grasshopper is located at 1325 Matthews Mint Hill Rd, Matthews, NC 28105.
What are The Brass Grasshopper’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Sunday: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +17048473003 to confirm.
Is The Brass Grasshopper open on Sunday?
Yes — The Brass Grasshopper lists Sunday hours of 1 PM – 5:30 PM.
What kind of store is The Brass Grasshopper?
The Brass Grasshopper is a antique store in Matthews, NC.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near The Brass Grasshopper?
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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