The Picker Knows
Antique storeThe Picker Knows is a antique store in West Des Moines, IA. You’ll find it at 1208 Prospect Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50265. It’s one of 13 secondhand and resale shops we track in West Des Moines.
The store keeps hours seven days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 7 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.
Store information
- Address
- 1208 Prospect Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50265
- Hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMTuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMWednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMThursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMFriday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMSaturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMSunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +15152553238
- Website
- thepickerknows.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.
- Sunday hours are on file (10 AM – 5 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Picker Knows located?
The Picker Knows is located at 1208 Prospect Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50265.
What are The Picker Knows’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +15152553238 to confirm.
Is The Picker Knows open on Sunday?
Yes — The Picker Knows lists Sunday hours of 10 AM – 5 PM.
What kind of store is The Picker Knows?
The Picker Knows is a antique store in West Des Moines, IA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near The Picker Knows?
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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