Gifts · Andersonville
Strange Cargo
on Andersonville, with 6 more shops within a short walk
T-shirt shop that has been a Chicago staple since 1983, selling Chicago-themed and custom-printed tees plus novelty items like Garbage Pail Kids cards and socks.
Hours
- Monday
- 11am–5pm
- Tuesday
- 11am–4pm (pickup and phone orders only)
- Wednesday
- 11am–6pm
- Thursday
- 11am–6pm
- Friday
- 11am–6pm
- Saturday
- 11am–6pm
- Sunday
- 11am–5pm
Checked October 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
On the map
Good to know
- Parking
- Metered street parking on Clark Street and the side streets. The CTA #22 Clark bus runs along the shopping stretch.
- Andersonville shops
- Most independents open around 11am and close 5–7pm, with shorter Sunday hours.
Shops a few minutes away
All of Andersonville →Before you go
What are Strange Cargo's hours?
Strange Cargo is usually open Wed–Sat 11am–6pm, Sun–Mon 11am–5pm, Tue 11am–4pm (pickup and phone orders only). Hours can change on holidays, so check the shop's site before a special trip.
Where is Strange Cargo?
Strange Cargo is at 5216 N Clark St in Andersonville, Chicago.
Is Strange Cargo open on Sunday?
Yes, usually 11am–5pm on Sundays.
Where can I park near Strange Cargo?
The closest option for Andersonville is Metered street parking on Clark Street and the side streets. The CTA #22 Clark bus runs along the shopping stretch.. Most of the district is also an easy walk from the L.
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