Independent Bookstore Day - April 26

Exploring local bookstores is a delightful way to immerse oneself in the community. Here's a curated list of independent bookstores in Minneapolis and St. Paul, complete with addresses and a map showcasing their proximity to our four homes: Mac House, Groveland Inn, The Hart, and Wenonah House.

📍 Independent Bookstores

1. Birchbark Books & Native Arts
   2115 West 21st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55405
   An Indigenous-owned bookstore offering a curated selection of literature and Native arts.
   

2. Magers & Quinn Booksellers
   3038 Hennepin Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55408
   A large independent bookstore with a vast collection of new and used books.
   

3. Tropes & Trifles
   2709 E. 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406
   The Twin Cities' first bookstore dedicated exclusively to romance novels.
   

4. Big Hill Books
   405 Penn Ave S., Minneapolis, MN 55405
   A general interest bookstore in the Bryn Mawr neighborhood, offering a welcoming atmosphere.
   

5. Comma, a bookshop
   5011 34th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55417
   A cozy neighborhood bookstore with a thoughtfully curated selection.
   

6. Moon Palace Books
   3032 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55406
   An independent bookstore with a diverse selection and a café.
   

7. Strive Bookstore
   80 South 8th Street, Suite 254, Minneapolis, MN 55402
   A Black-owned bookstore located in the IDS Center, focusing on diverse literature.
   

8. Paperback Exchange
   2227 W. 50th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55419
   A long-standing bookstore with a vast collection of used books. Note: Temporarily closed due to a water main break.
   

9. The Irreverent Bookworm
   5163 Bloomington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55417
   A whimsical bookstore offering a wide range of genres in a cozy setting.
   

10. Uncle Hugo’s Bookstore
    2716 E. 31st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406
    Specializing in science fiction and fantasy books.
    

11. The Book House
    1316 4th St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
    A treasure trove of used and rare books located in Dinkytown.
    

12. Milkweed Books
    1011 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
    A nonprofit bookstore offering a curated selection of literary fiction and nonfiction.
    

13. Once Upon a Crime
    604 W. 26th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55405
    An independent bookstore specializing in mystery fiction since 1987.
    

14. Inkwell Booksellers Co.
    913 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55408
    A community-focused bookstore with a diverse selection of books and events.
    

15. Wild Rumpus Books
    2720 West 43rd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55410
    A whimsical children's bookstore featuring live animals and a unique shopping experience.
    

16. James & Mary Laurie Booksellers
    250 3rd Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    Specializing in rare and antique books, maps, and prints.
    

17. Boneshaker Books
    2002 23rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
    A volunteer-run bookstore with a focus on progressive literature.
    

18. DreamHaven Books & Comics
    2301 E. 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406
    Offering a wide selection of science fiction, fantasy, and horror books and comics.
    

19. Eat My Words Bookstore
    214 13th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
    A cozy bookstore featuring used and new books, with a focus on local authors.