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Ampersand Books

Ampersand Books is an independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstore serving the Rochester reader community. Its strengths include art, photography, architecture, design, museum publications, literary titles, children’s art books, and creative events.

About Ampersand Books

Ampersand Books is an independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstore serving the Rochester reader community. Readers visit for art, photography, architecture, design, museum publications, literary titles, children’s art books, and creative events. The shop provides a local alternative for discovery, knowledgeable recommendations, special ordering when available, and direct support of the region’s literary life.

This profile is part of the Indie BookSellers directory of independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstores. Store inventory changes frequently, so contact the bookseller with a title or ISBN when you are looking for a specific edition.

Books, specialties, and services

Specialty

Children’s books

Service

Author events Online ordering

Format

New books

Store hours

Current hours have not yet been independently verified.

Hours can change for holidays, events, and seasonal schedules. Check the bookstore’s official website or call before making a special trip.

Accessibility information

Detailed accessibility information has not yet been verified.

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