Midtown Scholar Bookstore
open now, until 18:00
Book shop Café
Award-winning Independent Booksellers since 2001.
New, Used & Rare Books | PW's Bookstore of the Year Update description
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Heather J. 2016-02-07
I have lived in the area for the past 15 years and I can not believe that I missed out on this local hidden treasure. It is 100 times more relaxing...
I have lived in the area for the past 15 years and I can not believe that I missed out on this local hidden treasure. It is 100 times more relaxing...
Deanna A. 2017-09-02
One of my favorite places in Harrisburg. This place seems small from the front but it's HUGE inside - a labyrinth of books. Great prices and...
One of my favorite places in Harrisburg. This place seems small from the front but it's HUGE inside - a labyrinth of books. Great prices and...
Heath B. 2017-08-12
It was a great reading all around. Everyone who read was Truly amazing, which is something unique.
It was a great reading all around. Everyone who read was Truly amazing, which is something unique.
Brandyn H. 2017-08-08
Wish there were more places like the Midtown Scholar. There is a plethora of books and every time I step foot in the store I end up buying a book...
Wish there were more places like the Midtown Scholar. There is a plethora of books and every time I step foot in the store I end up buying a book...
Daniel K. 2017-08-07
This bookstore of my favorite places for relaxation and inspiration. An excellent resource for artists.
This bookstore of my favorite places for relaxation and inspiration. An excellent resource for artists.
Edwin R. 2017-07-20
Great place to relax and read a book. I Will definitely come back to read and buy more books that caught my interest. Service was great.
Great place to relax and read a book. I Will definitely come back to read and buy more books that caught my interest. Service was great.
Richela Burgess M. 2017-07-15
If you are a lover of books this is a must stop for you.
If you are a lover of books this is a must stop for you.
Kirsten Yauch H. 2017-07-03
Came across the shop by accident - needed way more than 1.5 hours! Whole family enjoyed being completely lost in the shop, rooms and books everywhere....
Came across the shop by accident - needed way more than 1.5 hours! Whole family enjoyed being completely lost in the shop, rooms and books everywhere....
Steve G. 2017-06-14
Great bookstore, exceptional customer service & cookies to die for...just need more leather chairs
Great bookstore, exceptional customer service & cookies to die for...just need more leather chairs
Cynthia Hunn S. 2017-06-10
I was there for a forum on healthcare. The Midtown is the place where lots of knowledge is shared. On my way out, I spotted a book about Janesville,...
I was there for a forum on healthcare. The Midtown is the place where lots of knowledge is shared. On my way out, I spotted a book about Janesville,...
Yvonne Elaine C. 2017-05-29
I loved going there for the first time. The guy at the checkout was extremely helpful.
I loved going there for the first time. The guy at the checkout was extremely helpful.
Stephanie A. D. 2017-05-14
I spent a wonderful rainy afternoon here. It was definitely the best part of my road trip. Thank you Danny for your wonderful customer service (You...
I spent a wonderful rainy afternoon here. It was definitely the best part of my road trip. Thank you Danny for your wonderful customer service (You...
Daryl S. 2017-05-05
Went with friends, the guy behind counter went out of his way to "shush" us even though we were not being loud. It's a bookstore, not a library. It...
Went with friends, the guy behind counter went out of his way to "shush" us even though we were not being loud. It's a bookstore, not a library. It...
Charity F. 2017-04-25
Best place to just take it all in, and forget about the mess that is teenage life. Great staff, wonderful reads, and really awesome programs. :)
Best place to just take it all in, and forget about the mess that is teenage life. Great staff, wonderful reads, and really awesome programs. :)
Aloysius Okon J. 2017-04-23
Can't believe that I've lived in South-central PA for 11 years and am only now checking out this incredible repository of books!
Can't believe that I've lived in South-central PA for 11 years and am only now checking out this incredible repository of books!
Sue H. 2017-04-19
I have problems with heights and stairs, but I will make it to the third floor one of these days.
I have problems with heights and stairs, but I will make it to the third floor one of these days.
Lynne Vanderveen S. 2017-04-19
Independent bookstores add more to a community than just books (and more than the mega stores). Midtown Scholar is a hub for the community where...
Independent bookstores add more to a community than just books (and more than the mega stores). Midtown Scholar is a hub for the community where...
Micky Uselton Carricato M. 2017-04-19
This quaint little book store adds to the distinctive charm that has found it's way back into Harrisburg area's community.
This quaint little book store adds to the distinctive charm that has found it's way back into Harrisburg area's community.
Kam K. 2017-04-19
Sets the bar for what an independent book store should be!
Sets the bar for what an independent book store should be!
Gerald L. 2017-04-11
I collect books about Jewelry, the Jewelry trade, and the Decorative Arts.
I collect books about Jewelry, the Jewelry trade, and the Decorative Arts.
Updates from Midtown Scholar Bookstore
Midtown Scholar B. 2016-09-20
Author signing next Tuesday for Barry S. Martin from noon- 2pm. Barry is the author of Bob Davies: A Basketball Legend, a biography of the "Harrisburg Houdini" a local NBA superstar. #bobdavies #basketball #harrisburghoudini
Author signing next Tuesday for Barry S. Martin from noon- 2pm. Barry is the author of Bob Davies: A Basketball Legend, a biography of the "Harrisburg Houdini" a local NBA superstar. #bobdavies #basketball #harrisburghoudini
Midtown Scholar B. 2016-09-19
What we're all wanting on this rainy Monday. Take us back to beds and books! #bedsandbooks #rainymondayreading #weareopen #coffeeforthewin
What we're all wanting on this rainy Monday. Take us back to beds and books! #bedsandbooks #rainymondayreading #weareopen #coffeeforthewin
Midtown Scholar B. 2016-09-16
Chroma through the wrought iron! #midtownscholar #midtown #3rdintheburg #harrisburg #music #throughthewroughtiron
Chroma through the wrought iron! #midtownscholar #midtown #3rdintheburg #harrisburg #music #throughthewroughtiron
Midtown Scholar B. 2016-09-16
Chroma getting ready to take the stage for 3rd in the burg. #harrisburg #3rdintheburg #midtown #midtownscholar
Chroma getting ready to take the stage for 3rd in the burg. #harrisburg #3rdintheburg #midtown #midtownscholar
Midtown Scholar B. 2016-09-15
This Saturday Dr. Paul Kahan will be discussing his book Amiable Scoundrel, about Simon Cameron.
This Saturday Dr. Paul Kahan will be discussing his book Amiable Scoundrel, about Simon Cameron.
Popularity of Midtown Scholar Bookstore
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Midtown Scholar Bookstore has a total of 14901 visitors (checkins) and 18381 likes.
20 reviews of Midtown Scholar Bookstore.
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