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

Map | Public Transit | Parking

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

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

Store Events

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

Coming Up...
	Literacy Olympics June 14
	Half Off Sale June 23-24

See the full calendar!

	Memberships, Gift Cards, and More Want special savings in the store, early entrance to sales, your own awesome Open Books t-shirt or bag, 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, Open Books Official Kids' Book Club Card! Find out how to get FREE kids' books this summer.

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

What are Open Books staff, interns, and volunteers talking about? Check out The Short Story videoblog for our reading recommendations!

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.