Open House at the Book House
–The following was first published in The Floyd Press on June 13, 2024 – The Book House (132 N Locust St) celebrated its Open House as part of the Floyd Artisan Trail on Saturday.
Owners Kim Dulaney and Leah Cantrell, who were first place winners of the 2023 Floyd C4 Business Development Series, welcomed crowds of patrons throughout the day.
The Book House, which was at one time a home that housed a dentist’s office, features three floors stocked with new and used books, stationary, art supplies, unique gifts and locally crafted items.
The many tucked away sitting areas with comfy chairs and couches provide welcomed spaces for readers.
The hardwood floors, chandeliers and a great wooden banister staircase make for an impressive atmosphere.
One room looks fit for a tea party, a poetry reading or a book club meeting.
An oversized dictionary and old manual typewriters are on display in another room.
There is a children’s room and a bright café that serves coffee, tea and baked goods.
“Spend some time wandering our rooms where you will find countless things to ignite your imagination. Just want to sit and dream? Grab a cup of tea or coffee and slip into one of our cozy nooks by yourself or with a friend,” the Book House webpage reads.
-Hours of operation are Thursday 10 – 5, Friday 10 – 8, Saturday 10 – 8, Sunday 1 – 5 and Monday 10 – 5. The Book House has online shopping through Bookshop.org. Check out the Book House webpage, thebookhousefloyd.com, for more information. – Colleen Redman
June 14th, 2024 7:53 am
Sounds like a place I would like to visit! Reminds me of high class library !
June 14th, 2024 8:38 am
It is like the library we grew up with in that big old classic house but with even more room.