University of Minnesota ReUse Program — Attraction in Minneapolis

I absolutely loved getting to finally explore this place for my first time! Such a wide array of items, gadgets and furniture and accessories and books galore! Very friendly and professional staff, too. Surprisingly well organized given the immense quantity of items they’ve accumulated. I found some brand new Mother’s Day, Easter & thank-you card which were a great find. I also found some small boxes of personal hygiene items including one mini bottle of hand sanitizer which was a shocker to find unclaimed given the times we are in. I didn’t see any prices for the bicycles though and was curious how buying/selling those work if they are for sale, or if they can be picked for parts, etc. I know there are some nonprofits who may be highly interested in the bicycles and/or their parts for use in helping disadvantaged people have access to a bike. Bottom line though, I’d highly recommend giving this place a look-through! They said the selection changes...

Do you love to look thru random things, and wonder if you could Reuse things for other purposes? Do you love a deal? Man! This place is for you! Come here and try to park on the decline angled section near the loading dock, so you don't have to pay to park! Check out my photos, I was there just a few days ago. Books are $0.10/lb and I actually found White Barn candle, used, but for like $2.00 with a discount, I bought kids books & that candle for a total of about $2.57!! Awesome! They do sell other wacky stuff like a diving board! Medical devices, U of M furniture, dentist chairs, massage tables, Gigantic desks, and other...

I’m an avid thrifter and was quite excited to discover this trove. I feel like folks that are good at seeing the potential in items are going to find a great spot here. Also great for any theatre/film professionals looking for things to fill sets. However, if you’re looking for things in mint condition or good bargains, this may not be the place for ya. I also found furniture pricing too high for the condition.

Overall- a potential 5 stars for many folks but I would say it is an average thrift for the first standard...