About the Shop at MCBA

In our online store, you’ll find a curated selection of zines, artists’ books, artmaking resources, cards, notebooks, prints, and gifts.

To see the whole collection, visit us in person on the first floor of the Open Book Building at 1011 Washington Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55415.

The Shop at MCBA supports the mission of Minnesota Center for Book Arts. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, MCBA relies on income from the Shop to engage thousands of people a year in the book arts—from artists and adult learners to children and families. Additionally, when you purchase work from one of our 250+ consignment artists, your dollars directly support them.

Want to offer more support while reaping the benefits? Consider purchasing a membership! Members receive a 10% discount on non-consignment purchases (as well as 10% off workshop tuition).

HOURS

We are open to the public Tuesday–Saturday 10am–5pm, and Thursday 10am-7pm.

Order Information

Shipping & Returns

We offer free domestic shipping on orders over $100. Any order with an item priced at or over $200 will now receive our Insured Shipping rate of $19.99.

Please allow 3–4 business days for your order to be processed. Products are shipped via USPS and will arrive within 5–8 business days after processing time. You will receive a tracking number for your order when it ships.

If you are dissatisfied with an item, received the wrong item, would like to exchange, or have any questions regarding your order, please email theshop@mnbookarts.org. Please note that all consignment work is non-refundable. Returns of non-consignment work are accepted within 30 days of sale with receipt.

MCBA is responsible for delivering a package safely to the customer. However, once the shipping courier confirms delivery, the package becomes the customer's responsibility and MCBA is no longer liable for missing packages.

International Orders

Please contact theshop@mnbookarts.org for all international orders.

We will provide you with a shipping quote and work with you to finalize your order.

In-Store Pickup

Items are available for free in-store pickup during Shop hours. When placing your order, choose “Pickup” as your order option. Please add your name and a planned pickup day when prompted. Pickup will be held in our store located on the first floor of the Open Book Building at 1011 Washington Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55415.

Please plan to pick up your order within one week of order placement. MCBA may make an effort to contact you about your order if you miss your pick-up date. If your order is not picked up within three weeks of the order date, MCBA may issue a refund for the items in your order. We understand things come up, if you’d like to extend your pick-up window or arrange for your order to be shipped to you, please call 612-215-2530.

Gift Certificates

Gift certificates can be purchased here using PayPal. Gift certificates may be applied toward in-store purchases, as well as workshops, and studio rentals. At this time, we can only accept gift certificates in-store, not through our online shop. If you wish to use your gift certificate for an online order, please call the Shop at 612-215-2530 to place your order over the phone. Please contact theshop@mnbookarts.org if you have any questions about gift certificates.

Our Consignment Artists

Learn more about the 250+ local, national, and international book artists who sell work in our Shop.

Sell Your Work

Did you know MCBA carries the work of more than 275+ consignment artists? While over 60% of our artists make their work in Minnesota, our shelves are filled with handmade zines, journals, artists’ books, prints, paper, greeting cards, art materials, and gifts by artists from across the US and beyond!

Consignment artists retain 60% of the sale of their work.

Our consignment application is currently closed, but will re-open in February 2025 - Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date on all of MCBA’s happenings!