Ann arbor antiquarian book

Book lovers can partake in the kerrytown book fest or the ann arbor antiquarian book fair. Nearly 40 dealers from across the country selling rare books, classic childrens literature, prints, photos, autographs, manuscripts, and more. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair promoter jay platt reached the unhappy but necessary decision on march 30 that the 2020 edition of the book fair will be postponed until 2021. A bookworms guide to downtown ann arbor bookstores the. West side book shop, abaa abebooks ann arbor, mi, u. Dancers can enjoy themselves during dancing in the streets or the dawn dance weekend. We are strong in travel and exploration, especially the polar regions, americana, modern first editions and books on books. The book of ann arbor is broken down into 40 or so short chapters, each covering an interesting story or piece of history ranging from the citys birth first chapter to the dexter swamp gas situation to a rundown on the citys most prominent train crashes. This bookselling concern works closely with librarians and curators in. Back in the mid1970s, the antiquarian book trade was experiencing a modest renaissance.

Ann arbor antiquarian book fair sunday, may 16, 2021. Annual ann arbor antiquarian book fair the best oneday popup book shop in the midwest. Selling antiquarian and used books for over 30 years, including. Featuring the thirtyfifth annual ann arbor antiquarian book fair, sunday, may 19, 20, 11. Our store is the only place you will find all of these authors books in one place, ready to purchase. They bring a variety of kinds of items, most of which are selfexplanatory. It may be hard to explain these seemingly incompatible facts, but let me try. Having opened in 1975, west side book shop is the oldest of the ann arbor bookstores on this selfguided walking tour. The 53rd california international antiquarian book fair takes place in pasadena, california over the weekend of february 79, 2020. Every may, theres the ann arbor antiquarian book fair at michigan union, an excellent place to find first editions or collectibles for avid bibliophiles. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair moved up prior to michigan.

Ann arbor hotels named in human trafficking lawsuit 1 month ago. Canceled ann arbor antiquarian book fair at university of michigan michigan union ballroom 530 s. The ann arbor antiquarian booksellers association presents ann arbor antiquarian book fair ball room of the student union on university of. The 30th annual ann arbor antiquarian book fair takes place sunday in the michigan union on the university of michigan campus.

Situated 41 miles outside of downtown detroit sits south ann arbor, michigan. Expired 38th annual ann arbor antiquarian book fair. Welcome to garrett scott, bookseller, a specialist since 1998 in uncommon printed and manuscript material dealing with american social thought, popular medicine, unpopular literature, eccentric entertainments, interesting religious material, american imprints, and outsider authors of the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair features ephemera, photos, michigan history, postcards, art, counterculture, general sto continue readingck and much more. Ann arbor white pages phone books in michigan mi whitepages.

Between ann arbor and the neighboring areas, there are several bookish events that you might be able to enjoy when you visit ann arbor. Ann arbor is well known for its thriving literary scene and excellent bookstores. Apr 06, 2020 ann arbor antiquarian book fair promoter jay platt reached the unhappy but necessary decision on march 30 that the 2020 edition of the book fair will be postponed until 2021. The dawn treader book shop is located in ann arbor, michigan, where we have been selling used and rare books for twentytwo years. Annual events such as the african american downtown festival and the ann arbor antiquarian book fair solidify the citys commitment to the arts, while the kelsey museum of archaeology houses more than 100,000 ancient and medieval objects from the mediterranean and near east. We have 10,000 books in all subjects, with over 2,400 catalogued on our site in over 50 catalogs. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair the ann arbor antiquarian book fair hosts nearly forty dealers annually in the month of may. Literati bookstore is an independent, general interest bookstore in downtown ann arbor, michigan. The ann arbor book fair has been postponed until 2021. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair, ann arbor usa 10times. Ann arborarea carryout, delivery, curbside and more 1 week ago. This events list is updated each month by our enews editor, anne stewart odonnell. Because the michigan union is closing on may 1 for major. First editions, rare books, americana, fine printing and good used books in all areas.

Please visit them and tell them you saw their ad on. Welcome to the website of garrett scott, bookseller. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair one of the midwests longest. The 38th annual ann arbor antiquarian book fair is tomorrow in the ballroom of the michigan union. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair, 530 s state st, fl 2nd. We focus on american and european history, books about books, childrens books, and scholarly titles. The ann arbor film festival features six days of experimental films. We welcome many exhibitors to each show, some of them longtime participants and some new faces. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair promoter jay platt reached the unhappy but necessary decision on march 30 that the 2020 edition of the book.

Ann arbor antiquarian book fair sunday may 17, 2020 11. Mar 02, 2006 selling antiquarian and used books for over 30 years, including. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair sunday, may 17, 2020. The michigan student union which has been home to the fair for over 40 years is closed until the end of this year due to a major renovation project. The ann arbor book society fosters an appreciation for and access to books for all. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair one of the midwests. Three dozen dealers in books, rare books, post cards and other interesting printed matter will be on hand. Note that the 2020 ann arbor book fair has been cancelled. We are a used and rare bookshop in ann arbor michigan, with both more common and antiquarian books. Specializing in antiquarian material, the shop is known for books on books, modern first editions, americana, and travel and exploration, particularly of the polar regions. As a relatively young fellow who never knew a pre90s ann arbor, i was compelled by.

In that time we have grown from a tiny basement shop to a spacious storefront offering over seventy thousand titles. Ballroom of michigan union, ann arbor, mi please check out additional listings on or search for listings on ebay our customer name is wonderlandbooks. For six hours in may, ann arbor turns into the worlds best book store. Ann arbor, mi the annual ann arbor antiquarian book fair is celebrating its 40th edition a couple of months earlier than usual. May 28, 2019 between ann arbor and the neighboring areas, there are several bookish events that you might be able to enjoy when you visit ann arbor. An antiquarian term that may be less familiar is ephemera, which refers to printed items that were not expected to be saved as collectibles. Nov 21, 2018 having opened in 1975, west side book shop is the oldest of the ann arbor bookstores on this selfguided walking tour.

Historically known as an extraordinarily diverse town focused on education, fine arts, and scientific research and advancement, ann arbor provides a laidback lifestyle with bigcity amenities. Ephemera could be newspapers, tickets, pamphlets, brochures, flyers, advertisements, and so on. Please support us by shopping online, or making a donation. We are thrilled to be the 2019 publishers weekly bookstore of the year. Search our online phone book to find phone numbers, addresses, and more. Garrett scott aspires to be ann arbors captain charley. The booksellers offer a wide range of material, from collectible americana, literature and childrens books to scholarly reference works, antiquarian maps, prints and ephemera.

For nonkindle lovers looking for the right gift or just a fellow book lover to chat with, the ann arbor antiquarian book fair boasts more than 40 book, map and print dealers making their wares available for purchase, with firstedition books, rare finds, childrens books and literature on display. See dealers from toronto, maryland, chicago, tennessee, virginia, and other exotic locations. Were getting geared up for some cool stuff at the ann arbor book fair at the michigan union on may 19. Technology hasnt put an end to goodoldfashioned dead trees yet. Whitepages provides the top free people search and tenant screening tool online with contact information for over 250 million people including cell phone numbers and complete background check data. For the safety and wellbeing of our community, please, stay at home. It is cohosted by jay platt of west side book shop and garrett scott, bookseller of larrytown fame.

Its hard for me to believe the ann arbor antiquarian book fair is thirtyone years old this year. Come to think of it, it was born thirtythree years ago. Empowering local performers with licensing agreements by jeff milo 29 feb 2020. This list will be changing, so check back as the may 17, 2020 date draws closer. Indeed, there is something for everyone in ann arbor. Arnolds of michigan antiquarian booksellers, judith a. Please check out additional listings on or search for listings on ebay our customer name is wonderlandbooks. Ann arbors antiquarian book fair in the digital age. The sign is a reference to joseph mitchells sketch hit on the head with a cow and the proprietor of the private museum for intelligent people, captain charley, explains garrett scott. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair the ann arbor antiquarian book fair which began in 1976 and is one of if not the oldest book fair in the midwest will be taking a year off in 2019. Booksellers and dealers welcome your inquiries prior to a book fair.