Second Act Thrift Store

Second Act Thrift Store Household goods will be given a new lease on life! Keeping things out of the landfill and having affordable goods on hand to help make a house a home.
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Proceeds will go to Matchbox Children’s Theatre to fund all our programs.
*NOTE: NO Consignment* Matchbox Children's Theatre now offers your very own thrift store, here to help all in Southeastern MN. This operational program's mission is to fuel imaginations and create sustainability for MCT and our community through donated goods, resources, and outreach. Our Shopping Policy

- All sales are

as-is and final. Check carefully before making your purchase. No returns or exchanges.

- No personal checks accepted. We do accept cash, credit card and Apple Pay.

- No tag, no sale. Items with no tag are returned to the pricing room.

- No pets in the shop. Fragile items need extra caution and some of our customers are allergic.

- No food or beverage in the shop, these are best consumed outside.

- Children must be under adult supervision at all times.

- No large bags or backpacks in store. Can be securely left at check out. ACCEPTABLE DONATIONS

Accepting donations during the following hours:
Wed - Fri 3pm-6pm
Saturday 10am-6pm

**Please come around to back door and knock**
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Questions? Please call 507-438-6376
or email [email protected]
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Clothing in good condition - No rips, stains or holes. No unpackaged under garments (socks, bras, underwear). If you would not wear it due to its condition, please do not assume that someone else will. Furniture - Nothing that has been recalled or has strong odors. If it is broken beyond simple repair please dispose of it. Knick Knacks - Not broken or lewd in nature. Small appliances - Blenders, hand mixers, microwaves, toasters, toaster ovens in clean, working condition. Electronics - Must be in working condition.


***NO DUMPING*** - Violators will be prosecuted. Property under video surveillance. WE CANNOT ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING:

Tube TV's
Recalled Items
Stained/Ripped Clothing
Large Appliances
Mattresses
Air Mattresses
Carseats/Booster Seats
Life Jackets
Small Toys
Pianos
Bagged Vacuums
Bedframe Headboards
Large Exercise Equipment
Used Humidifiers
Skis (of any kind)
Glassware (currently at capacity)
Mismatched Plates
Single Sheets/Pillowcases


***NO DUMPING*** - Violators will be prosecuted. Want to volunteer to help at the thrift store? We'd love to have you!! Also - we can sign off on your volunteer hours! Call us, email us, or stop in and talk to Jen!
507-438-6376
[email protected]

Second Act is hiring a Thrift Shop Manager! If you’re interested in applying, please send a resume and letter of interes...
05/31/2026

Second Act is hiring a Thrift Shop Manager! If you’re interested in applying, please send a resume and letter of interest to [email protected]. The position is open until it’s filled. Interviews will be prioritized for applicants who submit their materials by June 7, 2026.

All pictures, wall art, and frames $1 a piece! Also, free books as far as the eye can see. We’ll be loading up the free ...
05/30/2026

All pictures, wall art, and frames $1 a piece! Also, free books as far as the eye can see. We’ll be loading up the free spot all day. We’ve got stuff piled in the back and it needs to go!

Coca-Cola lovers will want to come in tonight to snag this patio table and chairs set!
05/29/2026

Coca-Cola lovers will want to come in tonight to snag this patio table and chairs set!

Supporting Second Act is Supporting Matchbox. Thanks to KSMQ for featuring MCT and the Store on your Off90 program!
05/26/2026

Supporting Second Act is Supporting Matchbox. Thanks to KSMQ for featuring MCT and the Store on your Off90 program!

On this episode of Off 90, we travel to Mankato and pay a visit to ...

We have way to much stuff! A lot of stuff will be in the free spot, as well as great new product on the floor. Cloths on...
05/23/2026

We have way to much stuff! A lot of stuff will be in the free spot, as well as great new product on the floor. Cloths on the table are $5 for a full garbage bag. They are all nice cloths that have been checked. We just don’t have the room for all the donations! Come on out!

5 Dollar Bag day! All day long we will be filling this table with cloths. Everything you can fit in our bag you get for ...
05/21/2026

5 Dollar Bag day! All day long we will be filling this table with cloths. Everything you can fit in our bag you get for $5!

Come on out.

Shout out to our good friend Geoff Smith for putting together this awesome Donation Guide!
05/07/2026

Shout out to our good friend Geoff Smith for putting together this awesome Donation Guide!

05/06/2026

A quick Second Act update: beginning this week, our Saturday hours will be 10:00 AM–4:00 PM.

We’ll still be here every Saturday with great finds, friendly faces, and plenty of ways to support Matchbox Children’s Theatre. Thank you for shopping local and supporting our mission!

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Austin, MN
55912

Opening Hours

Wednesday 3pm - 7pm
Thursday 3pm - 7pm
Friday 3pm - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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