🕰️ Roundup: Thrift, Antique + Vintage Stores of Martha's Vineyard

sustainable options for getting unique, antique, cheap or free items on island

Sep 11, 2023

Martha’s Vineyard has tons of stores, but there are some hidden gems selling second-hand items to give them a new life. We love this sustainable model, so we’ve rounded up plenty of options to choose from. Ditch Amazon and go explore on a treasure hunt for your next unique find!

Non-Profit, Traditional Thrift Stores

Act Two Second Hand Store

Store Type: Traditional thrift store - housewares, clothing, etc.
Proceeds Benefit: Supporting Arts + Education on MV
Info: Located on Main Street in Vineyard Haven, this option is newer to the scene - more info here

Chicken Alley Thrift

Store Type: Traditional thrift store - housewares, clothing, etc.
Proceeds Benefit: MV Community Services
Info: Located near Five Corners in Vineyard Haven. This is likely to be the most crowded option on the list as it is well-known for their low prices and high-end donations. Info and hours here.

MV Clothes To Go

Store Type: Donated clothing for all ages, clothes can be taken free or for an at-will donation
Proceeds Benefit: No proceeds! Donations go directly to the community who need it
Info: Located at Stone Church in Vineyard Haven, check their page because they have limited hours

Antique and Vintage Stores

Second Treasures MV

Just outside of Oak Bluffs, this antique and vintage store also works with estate sales and has unique finds.

Island Vintage

Off Main Street in Vineyard Haven, this clothing-focused store also has vintage designer options available.

Past and Presents

This two part store in downtown Edgartown offers unique antique finds and upscale house furnishings that I can’t resist.

Pyewackets

This quirky store in Vineyard Haven has antiques and vintage home finds, but it’s a toss-up on the hours the store is open.

I’m sure I missed an antique store, so please send me a kind message if you’d like to be added to this roundup!

Other Options

Consider joining Facebook Marketplace to purchase items directly from locals, or the groups like MV Free Items, MV Anything for Sale, MV Stuff for Sale etc.
You can check The Bargain Box in the MV Times - this is popular amongst locals and available in print and online.
Vineyard Gazette also has a Classifieds section.
MV Family Center has a swap-shop room in the back for baby and kid items - free to give + take
Martha’s Closet was a consignment store that is closed and under new ownership, we are hopeful to see it re-open this year.
Lani Beach Club has a pre-loved section in the back as well.

For the purposes of consolidating, this post does not include free food options, though there are so many of those too!