Welcome to The Open Door!

     The Open Door is Schenectady's locally-owned independent bookstore and gift gallery, serving the capital region for 50 years. We carry a wide selection of literature for adults and children, including those of local and regional interest, as well as an expansive variety of toys, gifts, jewelry, stationery, personal accessories and home goods.

     Situated in the heart of downtown Schenectady, on pedestrian Jay Street, we're around the corner from Proctors Theatre and countless restaurants!

Supporting the Open Door in 2024

Thank you for your support in 2023!

Currently we are open for

  • In-store shopping and browsing,
  • E-mail us at general@opendoor-bookstore.com [include phone number],
  • Curbside pickup or quick in-store pickup of prepaid orders,
  • In-store pickup of web orders,
  • In-store shopping by private appointments, and
  • Personal shopper service — call or email for options to shop remotely.

Note that for book orders to be mailed, you can also use our Bookshop.org site Bookshop.org/shop/OpenDoor.

Stay healthy!

Janet and John Hutchison
Owners


Download a copy of our Spring Newsletter here!


Upcoming Events Next Several Weeks

03/23/2024
Reclaiming Our Democracy: Every Citizen's Guide to Transformational Advocacy, 2024 Edition By Sam Daley-Harris Cover Image

2 PM - 3 PM

Reclaiming Our Democracy provides a powerful way to make a difference and heal our democracy in the process. It’s not the only solution needed, but is one essential, missing piece: citizens awakening to their power.

04/14/2024
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How Will I Know By Marc Renson Cover Image
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How Will I Know By Marc Renson Cover Image

Marc Renson will be signing his new book How Will I Know.

Reserve your copies by pre-ordering now.

 

Featured Books and Info

 

Thanks for Your Support of Indie Businesses.

  Local retailers are your friends and neighbors—support them and they’ll support you.

  Local businesses donate to charities at more than twice the rate of national chains. More independents means more choice, more diversity, and a truly unique community.


 

Featured Titles:

Happy Place By Emily Henry Cover Image
$19.00
ISBN: 9780593441190
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Berkley - March 5th, 2024

The Marble Queen By Anna Kopp, Gabrielle Kari (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Anna Kopp, Gabrielle Kari (Illustrator)
$19.99
ISBN: 9781506728124
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Dark Horse Books - March 5th, 2024

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