Creative Reuse Marketplace

Recycling Center in Springfield, Illinois

📍 2501 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
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About This Location

Creative Reuse Marketplace is Springfield's community donation center for art supplies, craft materials, and household goods — keeping reusable items out of landfills by reselling them for creative reuse.

What this location Accepts

✓ Art supplies — markers, watercolors, studio tools
✓ Craft materials — fabric, needlework, paper, craft kits
✓ Kitchen items — wine corks, glass jars, vases, cutlery
✓ Toys, board games, DIY-related books
✓ Office supplies — staplers, scissors, tape, glue, stickers
✓ Garage/shop items — machinery parts, tools, craft wood
✓ Business materials — bags, signs, stickers, display fixtures
✓ Attic items — filmstrips, handmade items, records

Related recycling guides: Glass · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Items with animal droppings, mildew, stains, dead bugs, or bad odors
✕ Electronics / e-waste
✕ Hazardous household waste
✕ Clothing or textiles (not in their category list)
✕ Furniture (not listed as accepted)

Programs & events

  • Creative Reuse Donation Drive — Accepts donated reusable materials and resells them affordably to promote creative second use and divert waste from landfills.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drop off electronics or appliances at Creative Reuse Marketplace?

No. Creative Reuse Marketplace focuses on art supplies, craft materials, office goods, and similar reusable items. Electronics and appliances are not in their accepted categories. For e-waste in Springfield IL, check with Sangamon County's solid waste program.

Are donations at Creative Reuse Marketplace always open on Wednesdays and Saturdays?

Typically yes — the shop and donations run on the same Wed/Sat 11 AM–3 PM schedule — but the organization announced donations were paused in October 2026. Check their website or email creativereusemarketplace@gmail.com to confirm current availability.

Can I buy supplies at Creative Reuse Marketplace, or is it donation-only?

It is both a donation center and a marketplace. The organization resells donated materials at affordable prices so community members can buy reusable craft and art supplies.

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Contact & Location

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2501 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
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Springfield, Illinois

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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