The Thing
Secondhand storeThe Thing is a secondhand store in Brooklyn, NY. You’ll find it at 1001 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222. It’s one of 43 secondhand and resale shops we track in Brooklyn.
The store keeps hours 5 days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 7 PM on its longest days. It’s closed on Monday and Tuesday. 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.
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Store information
- Address
- 1001 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222
- Hours
- Monday: ClosedTuesday: ClosedWednesday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PMThursday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PMFriday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PMSaturday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PMSunday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1-718-349-8234
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 (10:30 AM – 7 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Brooklyn
Store Called Store
Secondhand store141 India St, Ste 4, Brooklyn, NY0.1 mi
Monday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Billy's Antiques & Props
Antique store196 Greenpoint Ave, New York, NY0.3 mi
Awoke Vintage
Vintage store107 Franklin St, Brooklyn, NY0.3 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: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Dream Fishing Tackle
Secondhand store59 Norman Avenue, Greenpoint, NY0.6 mi
Monday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thrift Lab
Thrift store37 Greenpoint Ave, Ste 405, Brooklyn, NY0.6 mi
Dobbin St. Vintage Co-op
Vintage store39 Norman Ave, Brooklyn, NY0.6 mi
Monday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Thing located?
The Thing is located at 1001 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222.
What are The Thing’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +1-718-349-8234 to confirm.
Is The Thing open on Sunday?
Yes — The Thing lists Sunday hours of 10:30 AM – 7 PM.
What kind of store is The Thing?
The Thing is a secondhand store in Brooklyn, NY.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near The Thing?
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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