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1218 South Halsted Stree (Halsted & Roosevelt), Chicago, IL
Bookstore · University Village - Little Italy · 3 tips and reviews
Explore Chicago: In business since the 1960s, Barbara’s Bookstore has earned a reputation in Chicago for it’s personalized service, amazing author event schedule and great book selection.
Explore Chicago: Quimby’s features one-of-a-kind publications such as small and independent press books, magazines, zines, and underground comics, like Chicago cartoonist Chris Ware's Quimby the Mouse.
Explore Chicago: With 3 floors of books stacked from floor to ceiling, Myopic is one of Chicago’s oldest and largest used bookstores. They also have a curious piece of memorabilia: Charles Bukowski’s “last breath”.
2917 1/2 N Broadway St (at W Oakdale Ave), Chicago, IL
Gift Store · Lake View East · 9 tips and reviews
Explore Chicago: Home of the latest creations from artists, illustrators and crafters, Inkling hosts a wide selection of original art, greeting cards, art prints, jewelry and more.
Arts and Crafts Store · Wicker Park · 9 tips and reviews
Explore Chicago: Truly a one-stop shop for DIY goodies and the work of over 300 artists! An extension of the Renegade Craft Fair, the store serves as a permanent locale for people to buy & sell unique handmade items.