The crafts section was so great. I could have spent many hours there. I didn't notice a bathroom so…read morehad to bail. I understand the homeless situation makes bathrooms scarce around here but I wish I could have stayed longer. Very helpful eager and kind staff. There was a lady who asked for "fiction that's not depressing for grownups". I would have had no idea! The young man working didn't even hesitate and helped her until she was happy.

I have been going to tin can mailman since I was a kid in the late 1980's. I love this bookstore…read morefiercely and have found so many fabulous treasures here over the years. Used to be an easy 5/5 stars. Recently I visited in late August 2026, and was completely appalled at the lack of books, empty shelves everywhere and total disorder of the entire store, especially upstairs (ommmg the art section??? The architecture section? The automotive manual section???????? Wtf) There are hundreds of books everywhere in the process of being damaged due to neglectful haphazard organization and what I can only attest to current workers not doing their jobs, AND not enough books being acquired by the store since they implemented their slow-paced book intake by months-out-appointment only policy, which has had the result of tons of empty shelves all over the store. The disarray of upstairs book sections was just unbelievable, shocking and deeply upsetting- what was once neat and tidy was just a huge awful careless mess. I was compelled to prop up diagonal, fallen-over stacks of books all over the store when I was visiting which was highly distracting from my usual positive book perusing experience there. There are books all over the floor and books too tall being shoved into short shelves, which causes all of the books that fit to shift over diagonally . What the heck, please please please hire someone who is highly skilled at organization and actually cares about the state of the shop, and get more books on the shelves by bringing back your old book intake policy to fill the shelves up so there isn't room for things to fall over. Get it together, this shop is such a treasure, and currently it just feels like something is deeply wrong and some cog in the machine is missing. I have a big pile of awesome valuable art books I have wanting to bring to sell to the shop for the last year and a half but I keep getting put off by the months long wait. This scheduled waiting system does not work for forgetful folks like me who live in the moment and have a helluva time keeping distant appointments in the future. I'm sure I am not the only one.

I swear they curated the art, photo, and "gift books" section just for me. Amazing selection of…read moregreat non fiction books and friendly staff. A go to place when I'm visiting Arcata / Eureka area.

They appear to sell used books at new prices, which is unconscionable, in my opinion. They are in…read morevery good condition and mixed in with the new, so it might not be noticeable, but there are definitely used books on the shelf. Astounding! On the other hand, good curation. Some less popular literature I don't see in most bookshops.

Great bookstore, not corporate, helpful people who aren't in a hurry to get you out the door.read more

A wonderful gem of a store that has been in old town for years and years. The people that run…read morethis place are wonderful! I wish I could remember the name of the lady who runs this place. My mom, who we lost in September of 2019, used to come here all the time. I was here today, and she still remembered her. She had such nice things to say about her. As other people have said, it doesn't look that big on the outside, but it is huge on the inside. If you can't find what you are looking for, you are probably not looking hard enough. They have new and used books, fiction, nonfiction, cookbooks, travel, rare and out of print books,, a very large children's room, and the list goes on and on. The prices are more than fair.... They also buy used books at a fair rate for store credit . If you don't find what you need this time, they will roll your credit over until the next time you come in. It's really cool that they do that. Once you buy your book, take it across the street to Los Bagels, And you can grab a nice snack while you peruse your purchase. I love this store, and I will be back again. Thank you.

This small bookstore is located upstairs at the Eureka Library. The books are in good condition and…read morethe best prices, for used books, in town. If you like to read and like good prices, you should stop by and check them out.

This is a very easy place to find. Ample parking at the library in Eureka. Go upstairs, once…read moreinside, and you will find the Serendipity bookstore. It is chock full of best-sellers, fiction, non-fiction. A wide range of good- condition children's books for a dollar or less. Every time I go in I think, "this is such a steal of a deal, why don't more people frequent the bookstore" !?

A lovely game and book store. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Great selection…read more Come on out nerds and get your game on.

The owner is knowledgable and they have a good variety of different board games to choose from. If…read moreyou like board games/card games, come check this place out. They also have books as well if you want to check them out.

The Shadow Gallery is this groovy, hip little store located in downtown Old Town Eureka, CA…read more They sell VHS and DVD movies, vinyl records, comic books, older video games for older video game systems, and more! It was quite a trip down memory lane to peruse my way through this store! Cool dude working the store that day! Worth a visit! I love the name! #TheShadowGallery

So rad everything you would ever want to see is in this store you would be so lucky to find…read moreanything like it 10/10 amazing for everyone

During our Thanksgiving trip to Arcata, we ducked in here to look for some old vinyl. Considering…read morethe eclectic nature of this community, I was not all that surprised to find a pretty awesome little music store. Indeed, the personality of this business matches that of the greater community; that quixotic mix of coming to terms with your own minor quirks and foibles, along with the ability to laugh at yourself. Oh, and I love of just about every kind of music you could imagine. The store had all sorts of records, although these are not 1980s Woolworths prices. I think we spent about 25 bucks for an old GNR album, and found a cool little Grateful Dead piece of art. The key is behind the counter was much cooler than me, but just as kind... I like that when I go in the store. It makes me want to buy things. Other retailers in the Square should take note. All that to say, Arcata is a town with a flavor all its on, and this music store fits right in. I will be sure to stop in the next time I'm passing through to see what other treasures I can find in the stacks.

First went here in 1981. Love this store, glad it's still alive. Every time I go up to Humboldt, I…read morepop in.

Open Fridays & Saturdays 10 to 4 This place has been open 1…read moreyear and is a hidden treasure! Tucked away behind holly yashi, "The Back Porch" is a reclaimed wood lover's heaven. If you like the terms rustic, reclaimed, upcycled, antique, quaint, and you are looking for an awesome custom piece of furniture to make your home complete, go here. Blue, green, brown, and clear antique glass bottles. armoirs, desks, coffee tables, shelves, patio furniture, benches, stools, lamps, lighting fixtures, and best of all... FRESH LOCAL HONEY from the hives of the owner, Martin. Find time next weekend to stop by and check it out!

Great selection of unique salvaged items and repurposed furniture! There's also lots of great…read moregarden stuff and plants. Martin couldn't be nicer and it's really close by to other stores and a nice plaza. Highly recommend stopping by and shopping on your trip to or through Arcata!