Maple Street Book Shop

Phone:

(504) 866-4916

Type: Indie Bookstore

Website:

http://www.maplestreetbookshop.com

E-mail:

Founded in 1964 by two sisters, Maple Street Book Shop consists of two cottages: a pink cottage for new books and a green one for used and rare books. Throughout the year, the bookstore hosts authors for book signings, readings, and other events.

Address: 7523 Maple Street

New Orleans, LA 70118

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