Bench492

Bench492 is a small, owner-curated antique shop in Glen Ellyn specializing in 'made and found' objects. Owner Kathryn Alcock combines her handmade jewelry with carefully selected vintage and antique finds including industrial furniture (workbenches, type cabinets, card catalogs), architectural salvage, vintage cameras, brass microscopes, and curated curiosities. The shop also features contemporary collaborations with artists like Freshie & Zero jewelry and Gabriel John Candles, creating a unique blend of historic craftsmanship and modern artisan work.