Xenophile Bibliopole & Armorer Chronopolis

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2240 Robertson Dr
Richland, WA 99354

Xenophile Bibliopole Armorer, Chronopolis is a unique and eclectic rare bookstore located in Richland, WA, offering a diverse collection of science fiction, fantasy, horror, mysteries, technical books, and historical items. Founded by Steven Woolfolk, the store showcases rare first editions, pulps, collectible paperbacks, movie posters, props, and memorabilia accumulated over decades of passionate collecting.

With a focus on the exotic, strange, and otherworldly, Xenophile Bibliopole Armorer, Chronopolis invites visitors to explore its 6,000 square foot space filled with treasures like original art, toys, ephemera, and even a rare book room featuring items dating back to the 1600s. The store's unique offerings, including a micro-museum of the Manhattan Project's legacy, make it a must-visit destination for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

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Michael F.
7/7/2025

This is my second trip here. I'm going to make it a priority that whenever I'm in Richland that I'm going to stop here every single time. This place is amazing! He has all kinds of collectibles...

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Wen C.
11/19/2024

The visitor center at the Manhattan Project National Historical Park a few blocks away doesn't have a gift shop, but this bookshop seems be the place to get your Manhattan Project souvenirs. I...

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Evan Y.
4/30/2025

You can find very rare, but there's a museum inside and they have some of the Manhattan Project books and history. I like the location and I really like all the book collection options. I read...

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Dan S.
5/2/2024

XB&AC is one-of-kind in my experience. Created, owned, and operated by well-read, knowledgeable book lovers, they have an enormous collection of books, posters, memorabilia. They currently (2024)...

Mike M.
11/9/2024

Just the kind of used bookstore that the Tri-Cities has been needing. I was a huge fan of, and sorely miss, "Sheldon's Library" which closed down a few years back. Xenophile Bibliopole replaces...

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