The Junk Drawer
Antique store4.5(52 Google reviews)The Junk Drawer is a antique store in Galesburg, IL. You’ll find it at 74 N Chambers St, Galesburg, IL. It’s one of 7 secondhand and resale shops we track in Galesburg.
The store keeps hours six 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.
Shoppers rate it 4.5 out of 5 on Google across 52 reviews. 6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 74 N Chambers St, Galesburg, IL
- Hours
- Monday: 10 AM – 5 PMTuesday: 10 AM – 5 PMWednesday: 10 AM – 5 PMThursday: 10 AM – 5 PMFriday: 10 AM – 5 PMSaturday: 10 AM – 5 PMSunday: ClosedHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +13093716568
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 Galesburg
Not Too Shabby
Antique store123 S Cherry St, Galesburg, IL0.0 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; 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: Closed
The Galesburg Antiques Mall
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Monday to Saturday: 10am-4pm
The Purple Hanger
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Mo 08:30-16:30, Tu 08:30-16:30, We 08:30-16:30, Th 08:30-16:30, Fr 08:30-16:30, ,
Community Treasures
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Monday: Closed; uesday – Friday: 10 am – 5 pm; Saturday: 10 am – 4 pm
The Salvation Army
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Monday - Saturday 9am-9pm
Goodwill
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Mo-Sa 09:00-20:00; Su 11:00-18:00
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Junk Drawer located?
The Junk Drawer is located at 74 N Chambers St, Galesburg, IL.
What are The Junk Drawer’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: 10 AM – 5 PM; Tuesday: 10 AM – 5 PM; Wednesday: 10 AM – 5 PM; Thursday: 10 AM – 5 PM; Friday: 10 AM – 5 PM; Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM; Sunday: Closed. Hours can change — call ahead at +13093716568 to confirm.
Is The Junk Drawer open on Sunday?
No — The Junk Drawer is closed on Sunday according to its posted hours.
What kind of store is The Junk Drawer?
The Junk Drawer is a antique store in Galesburg, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near The Junk Drawer?
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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