Midtown Scholar Bookstore
Bookstore and Coffee Shop
Midtown, Harrisburg
"Rare books, coffee, poetry and live music"(5 Tips)
"... of both new and used books, hosts TED talks on certain Sundays, and..."(2 Tips)
"Great place for live music."(4 Tips)
"Try the chai latte!"(2 Tips)
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Jayden LeeMay 21, 2013A great hangout on a sunny afternoon or a rainy day: the Midtown Scholar has a large collection of both new and used books, hosts TED talks on certain Sundays, and has a lovely cafe with yummy coffee.
Book selection is INCREDIBLE, the staff is extremely friendly, and the cafés have fantastic food/drinks. Make sure you give yourself a few hours to explore here, you'll want to stay all day!Upvoted Jan 12
MarkApril 29, 2015It's a gathering place, a book store gallery and coffee shop all rolled into one fine place. Find a rare book, a new favorite or art. Also they have Outofprint tshirts to show your love of literature.
An amazing neighborhood resource. It feels more like a library than a commercial bookstore. Check out Robinson's basement print collection.
Tori RingFebruary 28, 2016This is my hangout every time I'm in Harrisburg. Great selection of books and they've hosted spoken word events, which is great since I love/write spoken word poems :)
TheNewMovement LadyDjRayneMcCloudJanuary 17, 2014I am a major book junkie and a religion and philosophy major. I just want to say go to the belly of this place bottom floor right, right,left,right and another left. YOUR HOME LIBRARY WILL THANK YOU!
Andrew ClausNovember 20, 2012Very awesome place. Cross of used/old and rare books, coffee shop, and maze (of books). If I lived in the area or visited frequently, I would definitely be a regular
Matthew RissmillerNovember 27, 2015Location of 2nd ever Occupy Harrisburg GA in October 2011 before we began protesting at our state capital. This evening we have a spoken word cafe. Great community hub for surrounding municipalities.
Mary CoyleJanuary 4, 2012Found this place by accident and fell in love. You'll never know what you find on the shelves, but there's something for everyone. I found a bio of Fanny Kemble and a few travel memoirs.
Deepti AllaDecember 12, 2014Rare books collection is fantastic. The breadth of each genre is quite overwhelming .
Nikole Owens EarlyJune 23, 2015Absolutely stunning. A treat for all book lovers, just be prepared to get lost for several hours.
PennLive | The Patriot-NewsJanuary 25, 2012Sue says: "By spring, you’ll be able to take a seat the Midtown Scholar Bookstore in Harrisburg and order a slice of brown sugar pound cake or sweet potato pie." Read more
Visit Hershey HarrisburgNovember 4, 2010One of Harrisburg's true hidden gems, featuring Pennsylvania's largest academic used bookstore. Take in a variety of concerts while you enjoy a cup of fair-trade coffee or tea. Read more
Midtown ScholarSeptember 2, 2012Try our new Fruit Tea Smoothies like Mango-Mango, or Blended Iced Lattes flavored with hazelnut, vanilla, or what have you.
George AdamidisApril 18, 2016Good atmosphere tasty coffee and thousands of books !!'nicearchitecture!
- Michael KnauerFebruary 28, 2015So many books! The kids section has a great selection of old and new.
Cindy CakeJune 25, 2011Has a great selection of old and new books. Plus this place will buy academic books from you for a much better price than a campus or buy back website
Tiffany WhiteOctober 6, 2011A must for bibliophiles. Used and rare books at good prices, with the bonus of tasty organic drinks!
Just Plain YogaSeptember 12, 2012our local used book store. it's HUGE! a fun excursion and they have a nice coffee bar.
I miss Trent! Such a great fellow to chat with! Good luck, Trent! You are one of a kind!
visitPANovember 3, 2010It's a bookstore, it's a gallery, it's a performance venue & it's a coffeehouse. It's just a cool spot to stimulate your senses. :-).
Norman WhiteNovember 1, 2011Check in with 4Square and make sure you take advantage of the check in special. Free refills on their coffee.
Lolly WMarch 23, 2011The soy chai latte was AMAZING. What a great discovery - found thru 4sq, and so glad we stopped!
- Midtown ScholarFebruary 25, 2011Family favorite: steamy hot chocolate with skim milk & whipped cream!
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Midtown Scholar Bookstore
1302 N 3rd St (at Verbeke St & the Broad St Market)
Harrisburg, PA 17102
United States
Harrisburg, PA 17102
United States
Books * Cafe * Art Gallery * Music * Community * Rare Books & Fine Art Prints * Children's Wing * Bakery *
One of America's Great Independent Bookstores, with more than 100,000 used, new, and rare books in our 3rd Street shop, and over 1 million titles in our internet warehouses.
Closed until 8:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 8:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- Noon–7:00 PM
(717) 236-1680
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