Minnesota's got three Goodwill outlet locations, offering that classic by-the-pound thrifting experience with a nice dose of "Minnesota nice" thrown in. If you enjoy the excitement of digging for unique finds, you'll feel right at home at these Goodwill bins. The outlets here see everything from vintage Nordic sweaters and Prince-era vinyl, to basic household goods – it's a true mixed bag at each Goodwill outlet. Shoppers line up around the bins with typical Midwestern politeness, but once that signal gets given, they dive in with serious gusto. Regulars at the Goodwill bins include college students hunting for cheap decor, resellers stocking their online stores, and families looking for clothes on a tight budget. The atmosphere is generally pretty friendly; you might even swap tips or stories with a complete stranger over a bin of books at the Goodwill outlet. Still, competition can definitely heat up when a particularly interesting item surfaces in the Goodwill bins. Pro tip: show up in the morning with work gloves and an open mind ready for anything. Carts are sometimes limited at the Goodwill outlet, but a big Ikea bag works just as well for hauling your haul around. Between the three outlets, you could easily make a whole day of "Bins-hopping" around the Twin Cities area. And with daily restocks at each Goodwill outlet, even if one location is a complete bust, another might have that hidden gem just waiting for you to discover it.
