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 A book lover's haven |
416 East 31st Street Baltimore, MD 21218-3449 United States +1 410 243 4356 |
Whether they're searching for a specific long-out-of-print work, or simply browsing, lovers of used books find joy in the hunt. At this tiny, crammed-to-the-rafters store in the midtown neighborhood of Waverly, the hunting is terrific. Upstairs, you'll find shelves full of volume on cooking, literary criticism, biography, science and art. Plus there are special sections covering the railroad industry, philosophy and Maryland history. There are paperbacks as well as hardbacks, and the countless titles are all moderately priced. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Counter-culture bookshop |
1100 West 36th Street Baltimore, MD 21211 United States +1 410 662 4444 http://www.atomicbooks.com |
"Literary Finds for Mutated Minds." This is the sign that welcomes visitors to this bookshop, a haven for counter-culture fans and would-be revolutionaries. Autographed photos of film director John Waters and porn king Ron Jeremy adorn the walls. The store's inventory includes comic books, magazines on conspiracy theories and body art, and B-film videos. You'll also find an odd collection of action figures, from Ozzy Osbourne to Kiss, and plastic replicas of Van Gogh's ear. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Fabulous retro thrift store |
833 West 36th Street Baltimore, MD 21211 United States +1 410 467 6030 |
Part thrift store and part curiousity shop, this small store in Northwest Baltimore's Hampden neighborhood has the look and feel of a 1970s yard sale. Baltimoreans flock here to take a step back in time and check out an astounding collection of retro clothing, furniture, paintings, knick-knacks, magazines and LPs. Items range from a few dollars to a couple of hundred, but the browsing is free and, if you love the things you find, priceless. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Retro and vintage fashions |
927 West 36th Street Baltimore, MD 21211 United States +1 410 889 5237 |
This fashionable Hampden shop has two floors of retro and vintage clothing, as well as an assortment of home accessories. You'll find old records, throw pillows and gently used sweaters and Levis jeans. You may even find a dress perfect for the prom or a pair of barely worn Addidas running shoes. Be prepared to hunt for treasures, though. This place is packed floor to ceiling with polyester and faded denim at reasonable prices ($5-$25). Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A little bit of Baltimore |
1001 W 36th Street Baltimore, MD 21211 United States +1 410 662 4438 |
This Hampden gift shop perfectly captures the commingling of traditional blue-collar values and the offbeat that wonderful Baltimore attitude celebrated in the films of director (and Baltimorean) John Waters. You'll find miniature hand-painted window screens (screen painting is a traditional Baltimore craft) and local cuisine cookbooks alongside plastic beehive-hairdo hats and Orioles checkers. If you want to take home a real piece of Charm City, this is the place to shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old, rare and used books |
32 West 25th Street Baltimore, MD 21218 United States +1 410 235 6810 http://www.kelmscottbookshop.com/ |
Although you'll find everything from cookbooks to travel guides here, this store specializes in old, rare and used books by well-known authors. If you're looking for a first edition or collectible book, this is the place to come. This four-story book shop boasts some 85,000 titles, including a first edition of Moby Dick (spotted on a recent visit) and relics from as far back as the 15th century. The shop encourages browsing and offers something for every budget, from half-price paperbacks to rare and costly books. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Brandon Bartoszek |
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Alternative art objects |
813 W 36th Street Baltimore, MD 21211-2508 United States +1 410 467 8698 |
There are plenty of gift shops in town that offer Orioles caps and stuffed crabs, but for a souvenir that's uniquely Baltimorean, this is the place to shop. The handcrafted art objects for sale in this small gallery perfectly capture the quirky essence of Baltimore's whimsical, yet edgy, decorative arts scene. Here you'll find giant insects carved from telephone poles, fish with tin-can scales, plenty of very affordable jewelry, pottery and distinctive knickknacks. Nothing says 'Baltimore' like a beehive hairdo refrigerator magnet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Normal's Books & Records |
425 East 31st Street Baltimore, MD 21218 United States +1 410 243 6888 http://www.normals.com |
This bookshop offers a vast collection of small/regional press publications and second-hand titles. The inventory includes an impressive fiction and poetry section and children's books. You'll also find art books for the coffee table, and titles that cover a range of topics from African American culture to Zen. The store also stocks a large selection of records, compact discs, 45s and videos. The owners, a group of four men, also provide information on poetry readings and alternative music. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Great deals, knowledgeable staff |
711 West 40th Street Baltimore, MD 21211 United States +1 410 467 7777 |
Though it's a bit of a drive from downtown, Rotunda Wine & Spirits is worth the effort. This fine wine shop is located in a small mall near Johns Hopkins University, and neighbors a small movie theater (usually showing foreign or respected new films), bookstore and small shops. You'll find plenty of special occasion wines at affordable prices. The clerks here love what they do and they're only too happy to educate you about wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wide variety of religious titles |
4 East University Parkway Baltimore, MD 21218-2437 United States +1 410 243 1727 |
Located on the parish grounds of the Cathedral of the Incarnation, one of the city's most venerable religious shrines, this tiny Charles Village bookstore is a treasure house of religious tomes. The shelves here are literally stuffed with a wide range of new ecumenical titles, including feminist-oriented volumes and books on mysticism, as well as those on various forms of Christianity and other religions. If you can't find the title you seek, they'll be happy to order it, and you can also join their mailing list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Environmentally friendly fashions |
4001 Falls Road Baltimore, MD 21211 United States +1 410 889 7562 |
This funky fashion store had humble beginnings. A group of women opened the shop to sell the jewelry they make. But over the years, La Terra has grown to include an impressive collection of eco friendly gifts displayed gallery style against pastel colored walls. Most of the items offered here, from jewelry to furniture and children's toys, are made with recycled materials. The gems you'll find here are crafted by artists across the globe who turn trash into treasure. Review © 2007, Wcities |
