Creative Chicago Reuse Exchange
Art Supplies,
Community Services/Non-ProfitsHours:
2124 W 82nd Pl, Chicago IL 60620 Hours
About Creative Chicago Reuse Exchange
Creative Chicago Reuse Exchange is a wonderful educational supply store that promotes sustainability and creativity. Located at 2124 West 82nd Place, it offers a wide range of donated art and school supplies, including fabrics, books, paint, construction paper, building materials, and office supplies. The store is a favorite spot for teachers, artists, and crafters who enjoy finding fun and useful items at affordable prices, often filling boxes for around $20. Visitors describe it as a delightful treasure hunt with helpful staff, and many find it to be a creative’s heaven. The Exchange encourages volunteering, attending workshops, and supporting their mission to reduce waste and foster eco-friendly practices. It’s a place where creativity thrives, and the community is invited to embrace sustainability while exploring a variety of supplies for projects, classrooms, and artistic endeavors.
Most Recent Reviews
October 2025
CCRX is a hidden gem- hard to believe considering its size! All kinds of things for educators, artists, creatives, parents, etc. Well organized with a helpful staff. You have to visit to understand!!
September 2025
One of my all time fave places to pop in. Everytime I leave I have 2 or 3 bags of items. Lots of fabrics, books, needles work stuff. Lots of craft room items, office supply and stuff for your teacher room.
September 2025
I tell every teacher I know about this warehouse. I love it. It's now on my monthly to-dos. I go to get stickers, games, books, and all kinds of fun things for my students from here, all for $20 to fill a decent sized box. It's a teacher's dream come true.
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