Exploring Grand Junction, Colorado’s Vintage Bookstores

In a time when everyone in Colorado seems to be dominated by digital screens, there is something very satisfying about turning the pages of a physical book. Thank goodness Grand Junction is home to a community of independent bookstores, which are also a treasure trove of local history.

Let’s look at some of the Grand Valley’s unique bookstores and highlight what makes each one a place you should visit regularly.

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Visiting Grand Junction's Bookstores

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• Plan Ahead: Before your visit, check the store's hours. They may be hosting a special event.
• Support Local: Buying from Grand Junction's local book stores means helping our local economy, getting to know local authors, and gaining a sense of the cultural scene here and now.
• Engage: Staff at these bookstores love books like you do. They love making recommendations and are happy to help you look for things and find answers.
• Explore Nearby: How convenient that many of these bookstores are not far from Grand Junction and Fruita coffee shops and bakeries? Art galleries and parks are nearby, too.

Don't Forget To Visit the Mesa County Library

If you love to read, it's just as important to visit the Mesa County Public Library as it is to visit our locally owned bookstores in downtown Grand Junction. Enjoy new releases, local authors, free Wi-Fi, comfortable seats, author talks, writing workshops, and book clubs. Teens can find a teen zone upstairs.