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Washington and Lee University Store

4.9Google rating(31 reviews)
Washington and Lee University Store
cozy nookhidden gemlocal favorite

Known For

Campus shop that outpunches its category with a serious reading section

Washington and Lee University Store tucks cozy nook reading corners into a local favorite campus shop that goes deeper than sweatshirts and mugs. The academic and regional sections are worth the visit even if you have no campus affiliation whatsoever.

🕐Best time to visit: between semesters when the shelves are full and the aisles are quiet

1, Elrod University Commons, Lexington, VA 24450, USA

Our Take

The Washington and Lee University Store has the cozy, hidden-corner quality of a campus shop that's taken seriously as a book destination, not just a merch outlet. It's a pleasant browse if you're already on or near the historic campus grounds, without quite standing on its own as a standalone bookshop destination.

The Vibe

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1, Elrod University Commons, Lexington, VA 24450, USA

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