Boxcar Books & Community Center

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408 E 6th St
Bloomington, IN 47408

Boxcar Books & Community Center Inc. in Bloomington, IN, serves as a vital hub for community engagement and the exchange of ideas in an increasingly isolated world. The organization fosters a welcoming physical space for individuals to explore zines, radical literature, and participate in a variety of events, including movie screenings and political meetings.

Committed to being a voice for marginalized groups, including prisoners, Boxcar Books is dedicated to adapting its mission in response to the evolving landscape of Bloomington. Through the support of the community, the organization aims to continue its fight for change and seek new avenues for connection and dialogue.

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Maureen S.
6/18/2012

Nonprofit, volunteer-run bookstore where the proceeds go towards literacy programs. Amazing selection of zines, comics, shirts, fiction, poetry, cooking, how-to, sociology, and everything...

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Rodrigo M.
12/18/2016

This is my favorite bookstore in town. Great history books, but my favorite section is the poetry. Also, a great place to stop by, relax and read, hold a meeting, and play chess.

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Kyla M.
9/3/2015

My girlfriends and I stopped there while we were visiting and we all left with something or another. The bookworm in our group was very pleased with the options; we could hardly pry her away! They...

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James S.
3/25/2014

Best selection for critical theory that I've very seen. Great zines too - lots of free offerings!

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Joel T.
3/29/2013

Independent bookstores are treasures. Independent bookstores that also serve as community centers, literacy educators, and social agents for change? Absolutely amazing. Boxcar holds so much...

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