4544 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL | Call us: (773) 751-3398 | New guitars, banjos and mandolins are in! | Instrument rentals are easy at Old Town:

Chicago's acoustic source.

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This shop is excellent. I could (and have) spent hours here just browsing, trying...

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I was looking for a well-fitting guitar for my small frame and hands. I went to Old...

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Purchased an acoustic through them and received in a timely manner, with no damage...

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I called Old Town School Music Store to get info on one of their ODE Magician Fretless...

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Picked up an amazing Martin 000 17 - great customer service and a fantastic instrument...

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I visited to play around with ukuleles and see which size appeals to me. I just started...

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I had excellent service at the Old Town School store. I bought my first guitar after...

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Since 1957, Chicago's non-profit music store.

The Old Town School of Folk Music's true non-profit music store houses a nationally acclaimed collection of instruments, accessories, and educational materials for musicians at any step of their journey. 100% of every sale supports the life-shaping classes, concerts, and community of the Old Town School of Folk Music. Thank you!

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Old Town School Music Store 4544 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60625
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Hours:

Monday: 11:00 AM — 8:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM — 8:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM — 8:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM — 8:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM — 5:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM — 5:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM — 4:00 PM