Open Books :: Chicago Bookstore

It's been called "the most beautiful bookstore in Chicago," and it holds more than 50,000 donated books for sale to help support our literacy mission. Come visit!

213 W. Institute Pl.
Chicago, IL 60610

Monday - Saturday
10am - 7pm
Sunday
12noon - 6pm

The Open Books store will be closed on
Monday, May 27
for Memorial Day.

Map | Public Transit | Parking

1 block north of Chicago+Franklin
on the Brown / Purple lines.

312.475.1355 x 100
[email protected]

Can't make it to the store?
Buy our books, shirts, and more online!

	Memberships and Gift Cards
	Want special savings in the store, early entrance to sales, and more? Become a member!
	Share the love of literacy with everyone on your list by giving them Open Books store gift cards.
	Goodbye, summer reading slump...hello, Kids' Book Club! Find out how to get free books by visiting the store this summer.

Book Search

Looking for a particular book? Fill out our quick search form and we will check our shelves!

Store Events

From storytime and special sales to author readings, book clubs, and more, there's always something happening at the store. See the full calendar!

Open Book Club

Join us every month for our free and friendly book club! Get the details and see what we'll be reading.

Store Updates

Store Extras

Photos - See the gorgeous store!
Shop - Buy books, shirts, mugs, and more online.
Private Events - Find out about hosting your party, book club, or other event in the store.
Volunteering - Sign up to help sort, shelve, and do other things in the store.
Membership - Get special store discounts and other great perks by becoming a member!

Newsletter: Join our What's In Store mailing list and get store news, updates, and more sent straight to your inbox.