Souvenirs-. Where You Have to Shop

TO get A mannequin of your own, check out Grand & Benedict’s “Used Annex” at 122 SE Morrison Street. They usually have enough naked dummies for a creepy afternoon in the Twilight Zone. For a cheap souvenir or a relic from Portland’s history—we all have that magpie urge to acquire stuff—check my favorite places for finding something unique without spending a ton.

The “As-ls” Bins
Officially, this is the Goodwill Outlet Store, but locals have called it “the bins” forever. Come pick through the bins of unsorted, unwashed goods at 8300 SE McLoughlin Boulevard and pay for your new wardrobe by the pound. Phone: 503-230-2076.

Periodicals & Books Paradise
The world’s largest store for used magazines is right here at 3315 SE Hawthorne Boulevard. From nudie mags to Sears catalogs, it’s waiting for you to spend a rainy day here. Phone: 503-234-6003.

The Rebuilding Center
Here are salvaged chunks of Portlands best buildings, selling for cheap. For doors, lights, masonry ornaments, ironwork, lumber, and plumbing fixtures, go to 3625 N Mississippi Avenue and drool. Phone: 503-331-1877.

Red, White, and Blue Thrift Store
It’s courting death to tell you about every local’s favorite used-clothing and junk store. But it’s at 19239 SE McLoughlin Boulevard. Phone: 503-655-3444. Good luck with parking.

Wacky Willy’s Surplus
An always changing mix of craft and medical supplies, electronics, toys, sporting goods, and more. Here is your next big art project waiting to happen. One store at 2374 NW Vaughn Street. Another store at 2900 SW Cornelius Pass Road. Phone: 503-525-9211.