Creative Reuse Warehouse

The Creative Reuse Warehouse was established by Chicago’s Resource Center to save usable materials from going into the landfill and redistribute them back into the community. In particular it provides a valuable resource for artists and educators, helping them find affordable supplies for their classes and projects. The inventory changes constantly, but typical materials available include textiles, ribbon, tile, wood, wire, foam core, and office supplies. For only $4.00, you can fill a grocery bag full of materials – and they even have the bags on hand. Specialty items are priced individually.

Donations are welcome. The warehouse accepts surplus goods, supplies, equipment, remnants, samples, and seconds. As the warehouse is run by the not-for-profit Resource Center, all donations are tax-deductible. Call first, if you have questions.

Please note that the warehouse is no longer located on O’Brien Street near the old Maxwell Street Market. When the University of Illinois at Chicago took over the land, the entire neighborhood was lost to condos and new dormitories. Faced with demolition, the warehouse relocated to the main office address of the Resource Center, and the staff is currently looking for a more central location to better serve all of Chicago. Still, it’s worth the drive to make a visit.

The Resource Center is Chicago’s oldest not-for-profit recycling organization, providing recycling, reuse, food recovery, urban gardening, and composting opportunities throughout the city. For more information, click here.

222 E. 135th Place
Chicago, IL 60627
(773) 821-1351

Hours:
Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Closed Sundays