Merrill's Bookshop

4.8
60 reviews

About

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Merrill's Bookshop in Hallowell, Maine, is an old-fashioned, used bookstore with a selection of tomes that cover almost 500 years! For more than 30 years, avid readers and serious collectors from all over the world come to us for rare and antique books. We also have a great inventory of scholarly and signed volumes.

Location

Merrill's Bookshop
110 Water St, Hallowell, ME
04347, United States

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  • BB
    Beth Borrus
    Nov 15, 2025
    5.0
    I didn't want to leave. Ever. Bookstores are a weakness for me--this is my favorite of all time. Really! Do not miss.
  • DR
    Dan Rogers
    Aug 26, 2025
    5.0
    Astounding selection of rare books. Good mix of cheap used reads and expensive collectors items. One of the best book stores I've been to in Maine.
  • PL
    Paige Lyman
    Aug 24, 2025
    4.0
    Incredible selection and the owner is very knowledgeable. My only gripe is that the books are very overpriced.
  • EB
    Erin Bradham
    Aug 23, 2025
    5.0
    Very special store. A great source for old books if you are interested in history from direct voices, without a current gloss. My recommendation is to go without any expectations of what you may find. Did that today and walked back to Augusta with a backpack full of books that I’m really excited about and probably wouldn’t have seen anywhere else! The store is right on the rail trail. They only accept cash or check.
  • LP
    Lara Paxton
    Jul 24, 2025
    5.0
    This place is an incredible treasure. The owner knows a lot, is nice,and will show you amazing books! Great selection. It's a really cool place to look around in!

Frequently Asked Questions About Merrill's Bookshop

What type of books does Merrill's Bookshop specialize in?

Merrill's Bookshop specializes in used, rare, antique, scholarly, and signed books spanning almost 500 years.

When is Merrill's Bookshop open for visitors?

The bookstore is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM and is closed on Mondays and Sundays.