General Business
Open Books
Chicago's first nonprofit literacy bookstore and learning center at 651 W Lake Suite 100, opened 2009 as part of the Open Books nonprofit. 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.
Notable for chicago's first nonprofit literacy bookstore.
From open-books.org — verified 2026-05-19. Check the site for current hours and details.
- Address
- 651 W Lake St First 100, Chicago, IL, 60661
- Ward
- 34
- Nearest L
- License type
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- Limited Business License
- Phone
- 312-475-1355
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