Bluestockings Cooperative Bookstore

Coffee · New York, NY

Coffee · Bookstore · LGBTQ-owned

About

Bluestockings Cooperative Bookstore is the only bookstore in New York run by and for queer, trans, and sex worker communities. It doubles as an activist center, community space, and café, with a strong focus on mutual aid like harm reduction support and non-judgmental resource research. The vibe is grassroots and welcoming, with a curated selection of LGBTQ books that you won't find at chain stores.

The café serves coffee, making it a comfortable spot to linger. Because it's a cooperative, the space feels communal rather than commercial. If you're exploring bookstores in the area, you might also check out the nearby Strand, but Bluestockings offers something distinctly political and supportive. Visit for the books, stay for the sense of community.

Features

  • Browse curated LGBTQ books
  • Grab coffee from the café
  • Access mutual aid resources

Cuisine & style

Coffee

Good for

Bookstore

Practical

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Frequently Asked Questions

What products does Bluestockings sell? +

They specialize in LGBTQ books, with a focus on queer, trans, and feminist literature. They also sell coffee and operate as a café.

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