Books · Pioneer Square
Open Books: A Poem Emporium
on Pioneer Square, with 6 more shops within a short walk
Poetry-only bookstore in the Good Arts Building with more than 10,000 new, used and out-of-print poetry titles, plus free readings by regional and national poets through the year.
Hours
Hours not posted; call ahead
Checked November 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
On the map
Near Pioneer Square Pergola (1 min walk) and Smith Tower (3 min walk).
Good to know
- Parking
- On First Thursday from 5pm to 10pm, the Frye Garage (117 3rd Ave S), Butler Garage (114 James St) and 450 Alaskan (450 Alaskan Way, enter from King St) are free with a voucher from a participating store, restaurant or gallery; after 10pm regular fees plus an $85 after-hours release fee apply. Link light rail runs direct from Sea-Tac Airport to Pioneer Square Station, the Seattle Streetcar connects to the neighborhood, and King County Metro and Sound Transit Express buses serve it.
- Pioneer Square shops
- Galleries mostly open Tuesday to Saturday from about 10am to 5:30–6pm and close Sunday and Monday, while bookshops open 10–11am and several stay open to 7–8pm.
From Intentionalist
Open Books: A Poem Emporium
Open Books is Billie Swift's Pioneer Square poetry-only bookstore in the Good Arts Building, with 10,000+ titles and free poet readings.
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Before you go
What are Open Books: A Poem Emporium's hours?
Open Books: A Poem Emporium is usually open Hours not posted; call ahead. Hours can change on holidays, so check the shop's site before a special trip.
Where is Open Books: A Poem Emporium?
Open Books: A Poem Emporium is at 108 Cherry St in Pioneer Square, Seattle. It's near Pioneer Square Pergola (1 min walk).
Where can I park near Open Books: A Poem Emporium?
The closest option for Pioneer Square is On First Thursday from 5pm to 10pm, the Frye Garage (117 3rd Ave S), Butler Garage (114 James St) and 450 Alaskan (450 Alaskan Way, enter from King St) are free with a voucher from a participating store, restaurant or gallery; after 10pm regular fees plus an $85 after-hours release fee apply. Link light rail runs direct from Sea-Tac Airport to Pioneer Square Station, the Seattle Streetcar connects to the neighborhood, and King County Metro and Sound Transit Express buses serve it.. Most of the district is also an easy walk from Link.
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