This record shop is a solidly independent store that recently expanded into two buildings. The value of over 20,000 pieces of vinyl is enhanced by the collection of new and used turntables for sale, alongside dozens of lava lamps. The motley selection of music at Twist & Shout is too much for even one room. Dealing in over 100,000 new and used CDs, it offers a skilled staff to help customers find obscure treasures. Used CDs are updated daily and generally sold at a reasonable price.
The faint scent of old paper comforts readers coming to The Hermitage Bookshop from far and wide. Lining the shelves are titles from a forgotten time lovingly preserved by the keepers of this book house. Nestled into the leather chairs or propped on a stool, readers are yet again taken on journeys through time and tradition at one of the oldest bookstores in the city. The store also seeks to keep alive the art of reading with read aloud sessions for students and children.
If you are in search of the perfect souvenir that captures the magic of your Colorado visit, but cannot seem to find anything other than shot glasses, coasters, and moccasins, wander into this memento center. As the name implies, this shop sells nothing but keepsakes that are 100 percent Colorado. Featuring the work of more than 400 Colorado artisans and craftspeople, the eclectic shop carries the expected and the unusual. Ute and Navajo Indian pottery, aspen wood walking sticks and vases, Colorado screensavers, gold panning kits, books, posters and music are all in abundance.
First opened in 1971 as a small, nook-and-cranny bookstore, the Tattered Cover has since then become a literary institution in Denver! This independent and used bookstore has opened three additional venues in the past thirty years; in addition to being well-stocked in indie titles, it has hosted a wide variety of community cultural events, including appearances by Barack Obama, Joan Didion, Buckminster Fuller, Julia Child, Margaret Atwood and astronaut John Glenn (among many, others). Bookworms, you've got a home here!
Rockmount Ranch Wear is the only company you need to know in Western wear. This family business first opened its doors in 1946, and it's still selling high-quality cowboy clothing to the people of Denver. Their style is so iconic that their signature shirt is on display at the Smithsonian. Come in and see their line of hats, shirts, boots, belts and more, for men, women and children.
This is not your usual garage-sale antique shop. Instead you will find highbrow antiques from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. While wandering its interior, one half expects to overhear people discussing the latest news on those Lewis and Clark fellows! Portuguese doors, hopelessly ornate French chandeliers, Gothic and wrought iron sconces, decanters and even period fireplaces are just some of the many international pieces available. The shop is constantly updating the stock and even features occasional exhibits.
If you find puzzles challenging then drop in at the Liberty Puzzles LLC. Here you will find all types of classic wooden jigsaw puzzles related to fine art, vintage prints, americana and impressionism. They are available in various sizes ranging from extra small size to extra large size. The wooden puzzles are made with real maple-veneer plywood and fine archival paper and inks. All pieces are different and no two look alike. Also, Liberty Puzzles are locally manufactured. The puzzle pieces are cut intricately by a laser and have smooth edges. The larger puzzles would make family vacations and holidays a lot more fun.
In Platt Park, there is one shop that caters exclusively to the 1980's, a place where you can buy a Gremlins T-shirt or some G.I. Joe figures or maybe some Nintendo cartridges for the old game system. For those who grew up during this era, the nostalgia comes from every nook and cranny. It's definitely one of the best shops when shopping along South Broadway, so stop by and see some gnarly toys, collectibles and much, much more.
Printed Page Bookshop is one of a couple superb bookstores located along South Broadway in the Platt Park neighborhood. On the shelves, visitors will find all types of tomes, from reference and biography to cookbooks and antiquarian items, bibliophiles can truly spend hours here. There is a section for everyone, so whether you are looking for a first edition novel or just some Pulp Fiction, this shop is sure to have something interesting. Moreover, the bookstore's location inside a quaint Victorian bungalow only adds to the charm.
This is the premier children's bookstore in Denver, stocking over 85,000 titles. Most books are generally discounted 10 to 30 percent. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, making this a common destination for parents and teachers. The store, located in a strip mall, is brimming with unusual oddities as well as all the traditional favorites such as Curious George and Good-Bye Moon. In addition, there are pretzels to snack on and the stuffed characters from popular books patiently wait for story hour with the kids.
The Ruffly Rose, located in the trendy South Pearl shopping district, is a combination flower and wedding/birthday/etc. shop with a distinctly feminine flair. While most of the clients will be the bridal crowd, the Ruffly Rose is also a great place to shop for anniversary gifts, birthday supplies, and baby showers. The flower selection is fantastic, with everything grown in the indoor atrium or the outdoor garden which is visible from the street, and the gift selection, ranging from cards to decorations and flatware, are feminine and romantic in an old-fashioned way. The Ruffly Rose also hosts bridal showers, decorates weddings and receptions, and more upon request. For the more girly people in your life, this is the place to shop! - Sabrina Zirakzadeh