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Shedd Aquarium

A mess of things.

726 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, IL 61350

Specialty Stores

Welcome to "a mess of things". You will find vintage, shabby chic, repurposed, recycled, home decor, clothing, accessories, this and that...and more!

When you don't know what you want, odds are you'll find something you do want at this store.  Run by a Graphic Design Technology instructor and program director at Illinois Valley Community College, this store is truly a labor of love - one that is worth stopping at.  

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