This place was AWESOME. It's a small store but they have utilized every single inch with a great…read morecurated arrangement of books, art supplies, and toys/puzzles/games. There are areas that are sorted by global region and then by prehistoric periods. They have interactive exhibits for kids (or adults) throughout all 3 floors of the store. 7-year-old would have been wild for this store and even as an adult saw so many cool books that I wanted. I managed to escape with only having purchased 2 books and a journal. The salesperson was very friendly and available if help was needed. Great selection of books, would much rather support an independent bookstore like this than a big box store or online retailer. Great value for being able to look through such a cool collection of books related to all things nature and science!

This was incredible!! It's a book store but also has a bunch of art installations and interactive…read moreexhibits. My kids LOVED it! So much to do and learn. They said it was their highlight from our trip to Maine!

This friendly book store is a fine example of what is wonderful about small town Maine. Well…read morestocked with books of local interest as well as many others. Children's books also. If they don't have, they will get it within a few days. I like to buy local. P.A.Nelson

This was the absolute cutest place I've been to all summer. I enjoyed the aesthetic, the staff and…read moremost importantly the books + products they had to offer. This beautiful business was well kept and well decorated as well as CLEAN. Everything was organized easily enough to get through the store. I really enjoyed everything and saw so much that I am planning to make another trip to make sure I don't miss anything. If you are a book lover and appreciate the little things this is definitely a great place to come to.

Filled to the brim with books. Lots of options and history in those walls, stop in and chat with…read morethe new young owners and help them keep this place going!

This place is a gem. Go in and let the shelves tell you what you need. Prices are great, the…read moreproprietor is excellent, and I couldn't recommend it more.

The World's Smallest Bookstore. Cute, cozy, and instantly charming. Features the Pushcart Prize…read morebooks as well as a really nice collection of used books. I love it here!

As Mainers Sherman's stands out as the biggest independent book stores in the state. This…read moreparticular location is the oldest of the state and one of the oldest in the USA in general since they opened way back in 1886. Due to the nature of how long this particular location has been opened some of the areas can feel very crowded depending on how many people are nearby but understandable with how long they've been open. Like other Sherman locations they have more than just books including puzzles, stuffed animals, Knick-knacks/trinkets, and more. My wife is an avid reader and loves checking out every and any bookstore. I appreciate locating them for her so she can do so! While not as much of an avid reader I do appreciate what appears to be a resurgence of physical books and indie book stores. The staff were extremely friendly and prices were reasonable/on par with other locations. This Sherman's has stood the test of time and has provided locals and tourists a spot for the newest and classic favorites for many generations. Worth your time to check it out even if you don't buy anything to make the claim you visited the oldest bookstore in Maine!

Perfect for book lovers, souvenir hunters, or anyone wanting a cozy break from exploring Acadia…read moreNational Park! Walking into Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shop felt like stepping into a classic coastal bookstore you'd see in a movie. It's Maine's oldest bookstore and one of the ten oldest in the U.S., which makes the whole experience feel even more special. Right on Main Street, it's super easy to find while strolling through Bar Harbor, but heads up, parking is mostly street parking and can get tight during peak tourist hours. Inside, there's truly a gift for everyone. It feels endless, with multiple rooms and shelves that just keep going. The vibe is cozy, slightly nostalgic, and packed with personality. Think local Maine authors, staff picks, cute gifts, puzzles, and little trinkets you didn't plan on buying but absolutely will. There's also a discount and bargain section with a really solid variety of books, which is a great find if you're looking to browse without spending too much. Postcards were also super affordable! The service was decent, nothing unusual, but still smooth and easy while browsing and checking out. I'd absolutely come back every time I'm in Bar Harbor. Quick note: there is no bathroom on site, so plan ahead before visiting!

The store is closed on Mondays, we were taking pictures of the window displays. Owner happened to…read morebe in taking care of paperwork. He kindly let us in to look around. Such a cool store. Lots of King memorabilia. The t-shirts are amazing, the graphics on them are done by Glenn Chadbourne. The scenes on them are from King stories. Gruesomely detailed. If you're in Bangor and a Stephan King fan definitely stop in!!!

Gerald Winters and Son is a fantastic Stephen King shop that's perfect for any collector. Gerald is…read morean absolutely amazing person who has a ton of passion and dedication to his store and personal collection. He is very helpful and friendly, talking to him about Stephen King was phenomenal. With his detailed and wide range of knowledge of the author and novels, you will learn much more than you thought. Though a lot of the rare books (many are autographed and/or first edition, some in other languages) were out of our price range (no complaints, it's totally understandable), we still made sure to buy a couple of cheaper books and trinkets. If you do stop by, pick up something to help the store because you don't find shops like this very often. I will definitely come back!

Bull Moose is a super cool store with goods to satisfy your needs…read more Books (new and used) albums, cd's, game systems, games, movies or j all formats, toys, comics, pen and or paper - everything! Fair prices and awesome staff.

Couldn't believe the size of this store. They've got every kind of vintage everything in here from…read morevideo games to records, even a large used book section with a lot of great titles and unique genres. Prices weren't too bad. Large variety of fun knick knacks too.

I enjoyed this bookstore. Lots of great kids graphic novels and great selection of Christian…read morereading and bibles. I also received good customer care when I checked out. Bathrooms were clean, lighting was good, parking is plentiful. I love reading actual books so I walked away with some good ones and even a wolf calendar for my son who really wanted one. Cute gift selections, really something for anyone.