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(816) 531-9673
info@prosperosbookstore.comWelcome to Prospero’s Books & Media
Founded in 1997 with three floors of books and media, meet and take home the greatest minds in history, or join in on KCs finest, running conversations at the counter. Located in the scrum of KC’s bohemia. A five-minute ride from the Plaza and downtown convention district. Make a day of it: grab a drink and a bite just outside our door along 39th Street’s restaurants and bars.
BUY
From Dr. Seuss to Dr. Gonzo: 3 floors, 70 categories, 50,000 titles of BOOKS, vinyls, CDs & film in an historic 1890 building. Peruse titles, check out the art-n-oddities, find a nook or cranny and read a while.
SELL & TRADE
We buy & trade for your books in good condition. Trade value towards something in the store (it goes on file) or for cash. Come visit and just ask about the process. We promise to not bite.
EVENTS
Be it live music, a reading, a book release or an art opening, Prospero’s intimate, 3rd-floor offers a live experience not found anywhere else in Kansas City. To date, we’ve hosted over 2,000 live events. To book our space please visit our events page.
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ADDRESS
1800 W 39th St,
Kansas City, MO 64111
Kansas City, MO 64111
HOURS
MON-TUE 10:30AM–7PM (Sometimes later if busy)
TUE-SAT 10:30AM–10PM
SUNDAY 11AM–6PM
(Sometimes later if busy)
TUE-SAT 10:30AM–10PM
SUNDAY 11AM–6PM
(Sometimes later if busy)