AIA Bookstore

Book store · Center City East

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"The AIA Bookstore, one of the most unique shops in the city, holds a million surprises. It stocks a vast selection of art, architecture, and design books, but also offers an amazing array of fun and creative toys, gifts, and novelty items, as well as men’s and women’s accessories and jewelry, picture frames, household goods, one-of-a-kind postcards, and Philly-themed wares. Behind the store is a separate exhibition space that hosts rotating exhibits, including an annual show held each winter dedicated toclassic construction and building toys. Admission to the galleryis free."

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1218 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Get directions

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