James & Mary Laurie Bookseller

I was just walking by and happened to glance through the windows and couldn't resist. I ended up staying until close. What a fantastic gem of a bookstore! They also have an excellent selection of prints and vinyl. James is a fascinating gentleman and I'm truly sad I didn't have more time just to chat with him. I will make a point to set aside time for a proper visit the next time I'm in Minneapolis.

Stumbled upon this while walking in downtown. The owner (I think) was very kid and introduced his little dog to my son who was in the stroller. Very expansive collection! Excited to return.

Awesome gem of a book store! You could literally spend open to close browsing at the variety of books here, old to new, religion to fiction, maps and art, they have everything! Got to chat with the owner for awhile, super cool older gentleman and I loved his little dog, buddy, who gets to run around the shop and greet guests.

For what it is, it's a fantastic little bookshop. I stayed mainly in the nonfiction area, and the browsing material was wonderful. All kinds of little gems, like a small but fat embroidery encyclopedia, which had DMC-patterned paper between the covers and the pages. Most of the books were first editions or vintage/collector's items. I walked out with a book from the 60's cataloguing pre-ancient Greek artifacts in black and white photography. It reminds me of something I'd find in my academic grandparents' house. It's a fantastic place to browse or find vintage books. The bookseller I met was curmudgeonly but also friendly, and obviously loved books. Stacks of books and art in the rows between shelves. If you're looking for a cheap used book shop, or somewhere that will have the bestsellers list in stock however, this isn't it.

Coolest place for a bookworm! So many interesting and unique books, vinyls, comics, etc. I could stay there all day.

They only sell hardcover books which has its pros and cons. But this place is a wonderland of older books, incredible editions, and illustrations like you wouldn’t believe.

Very unique place! The owners are very kind and foster a warm and comfortable environment. The amount of books can be overwhelming at first but once you dive in you’ll find so many unexpected treasures!