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The Book Tavern

Browse new, used and rare books at this independent Broad Street bookstore, which also hosts author appearances, poetry readings and book discussions.

The Book Tavern's green storefront and glass entrance marked 978 on Broad Street in Augusta.

The Book Tavern at 978 Broad Street. · Augusta Business Daily; article by Gary Kauffman; storefront photographer unconfirmed · Credits & licenses

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  1. The Book Tavern current-location exterior
    Augusta Business Daily; article by Gary Kauffman; storefront photographer unconfirmed · Photograph date not supplied
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    Augusta Business Daily photograph published in 2022; individual photographer unconfirmed.

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What to expect

Browse new, used and rare books at this independent Broad Street bookstore, which also hosts author appearances, poetry readings and book discussions.

Augusta · Purchases priced individually; event terms vary · 30–60 minutes

The Book Tavern · 978 Broad Street, Augusta, GA 30901-1213

Sun–Wed 10am–6pm; Thu–Sat 10am–8pm

Literary events and book clubs follow the operator's dated calendar; check individual event details.

  • Independent downtown bookstore
  • New, used and rare books
  • Dated literary events and discussions

Before you go

  • Use the current 978 Broad Street address; older listings and photographs may show its former location.
  • The operator lists Sunday closing at 6pm; Tripadvisor currently shows an older 4pm closing.
  • Check the event calendar for reservations, timing and purchase requirements.
  • The exterior photograph was published in April 2022; its chalkboard events and door hours are historical.

Sources & visitor information

Venue and visitor-bureau information checked on the dates below. Follow these links for current hours, admission and access.

Visitor information phone: 706-826-1940

Visitor review notes

Selected visitor experiences, paraphrased from the linked reviews. These describe individual visits; check venue sources for current conditions.

Tripadvisor visitor report ↗ · Posted

A June visitor praised the range of new and used books, including rare editions, and described the staff as helpful and community-minded.

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Check the organizer’s latest details before leaving; schedules and availability can change.

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