General Business

Open Books

In West Loop Gate

Chicago's first nonprofit literacy bookstore and learning center, opened in 2009 as part of the Open Books nonprofit at 651 W Lake Suite 100. The space features 50,000+ used and donated books across bright wooden shelves, reading nooks, and a dedicated children's section. All proceeds fund adult, family, and computer-literacy programs citywide.

Address
651 W Lake St First 100, Chicago, IL, 60661
Getting there
  • By L Clinton GreenPink · 820 ft · ~3 min walk
  • By car Laz Parking · 609 W Lake St · 440 ft · ~2 min walk
Phone
(312) 475-1355

Hours

Mon Closed
Tue Closed
Wed 12 PM – 6 PM
Thu 12 PM – 6 PM
Fri 10:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10:30 AM – 6 PM
Sun 10:30 AM – 6 PM

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