You Could Disappear For Days At The Midwest's Largest Magic Shop In Illinois
By Elizabeth Crozier|Published November 13, 2018
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Elizabeth Crozier
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An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
The Midwest’s largest magic shop is a treasure trove of unusual props and traditional tools all magicians need to master their craft. Located in Franklin Park, this little-known store is a world of wonders that will bring you hours of fun.
Whether you’re an amateur or a professional, this shop will have what you need to be the best trickster. Check it out:
Midwest Magic in northern Illinois is a humble shop with more than 12,000 items on sale that will help you preform just about any kind of magic. It claims to be the largest magic shop in the world, so try not to get lost.
From the moment you walk inside, your senses will be overtaken by decks of cards, props, dice, illusions, books, and a wealth of other wacky items. You're bound to find whatever you are looking for at this place, and if not, the shop will try to order it for you.
Even rare items can sometimes be hunted down by staff at the shop, so don't hesitate to ask for what you can't find.
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Additional items you'll find here include artwork, juggling balls, gags and tricks, CDs and DVDs, rings, coins, and decoration. You're bound to find more than you can imagine at this unique shop.
The staff at Midwest Magic have a combined 60 years of experience in both sales and performance, and they are always on hand to answer your questions. Learn all about the history of magic as well as the modern tools magicians use to keep their audiences enthralled today.
Different lectures and lessons take place throughout the year at the largest magic shop in the world. Magicians, puppeteers, and storytellers grace the store every so often. Follow their Facebook page or check their website (links below) for upcoming events.
Midwest Magic is open Monday through Friday between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. as well as Saturday between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. The store is closed on Sundays, but you can always shop online.
