COMO Thrift Shop
An Eclectic Mix of Bargains
Repurpose—Reuse—Rejoice
The shop’s inventory features quality, gently-used clothing, furniture, jewelry, books, bric-a-brac, one-of-a-kind treasures, and more! Every item comes from the donations of our generous patrons. Your support is what helps the COMO and its programs year-round. Donations are gratefully accepted. You may call to arrange to drop off your donation at 860-535-9041. Established in 1947, at the end of WWII, by Mrs. A. H. Gildersleeve, the Stonington COMO operates one of the oldest thrift shops in the area. Gildersleeve determined the British War Relief efforts should be directed locally, specifically to benefit the COMO.
Most people know 45 Cutler Street as the home of COMO Thrift but our shop of wonders has popped up at various locations over the years! First located in the Potter Block on the corner of Water Street and Wall Street, COMO Thrift then moved to Mrs. Elizabeth Carlson’s basement at 22 Pearl Street. Next moving to the home of Robert S. Jones at 152 Water Street, followed by 161 Water Street, just a short distance away. Finally, COMO Thrift found its perfect spot at the Seaport Ford Building at 45 Cutler Street on May 1, 1975. The Seaport Ford, built in 1946, is approximately 6,600 square feet on a 1.8-acre parcel which now includes the COMO Paddle Courts and Children’s Garden!
Contact Information
45 Cutler Street
Stonington, Connecticut 06378
Beneath Viaduct to Borough
(860) 535-9041
Store Hours
Closed Mondays
Tuesday – Saturday | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday | 1-5 p.m.
Donation Hours
Tuesday – Saturday | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Holiday Hours Update
COMO Thrift Shop will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 for Veteran’s Day and then open Wednesday, November 12 for the Tinsel & Treasures After Hours shopping event!
Tinsel & Treasures
After Hours on Nov. 12
An enchanting evening to kick off the holiday season in style! Come shop the Tinsel & Treasures After Hours event Wed., November 12, from 5-7 p.m. at the COMO Thrift Shop! Find unique and meaningful gifts, stunning holiday decorations, stylish home goods, fashion treasures, and designer accessories to make the holiday season special.
Volunteer with us!
Help make a difference in your community by volunteering at COMO Thrift! Thrift Store volunteers help fuel this critical fundraising arm of the COMO. Volunteer activities may include processing donations, organizing the sales floor, assisting customers, and helping to create window displays. Volunteer schedules are flexible so you can spend as little (or as much!) time volunteering as you’d like!
Donations
Donations to the COMO Thrift Shop are much appreciated and tax deductible. For those who are gracious enough to arrange a large drop-off, please first contact the COMO Thrift Shop Manager at 860-535-9041 to arrange an appropriate drop-off time, as space can sometimes be limited. Please be sure that donations are in good condition for resale. As a nonprofit organization, we incur the staffing and disposal expenses of items that are not suitable. If you have any additional questions regarding donations accepted at the COMO Thrift Shop, please feel free to contact us 860-535-9041.
Donations sought include:
Please note we are unable to accept:
Prom Shop
The Prom Shop at COMO Thrift is open! Gather your friends and find that perfect dress! Shop our incredible selection of formal and semi-formal wear. We have dresses and suits of every color, size, style, length, and design to fit your taste. We know prom can be expensive. For families that need assistance, any Stonington youth in grades 9-12 can show a school ID at the counter to choose a free gown or suit, accessory, and handbag through the COMO Prom Shop program.
Thrift Shop In-Store and Social Media Standards:
The Stonington COMO Thrift Shop is a warm and inviting retail establishment that provides funding to the non-profit Stonington Community Center. While we welcome the sharing of feedback while shopping or donating at our shop location; there are some comments and behaviors we do not allow.
Behavior of this kind may result up to and including being asked not to return to the shop:
Behavior of this kind will result in being banned from the store and depending on circumstances, may be reported to the police and prosecuted.
