Bozeman’s got big mountains, bigger skies, and teeny-tiny libraries tucked on street corners like hidden treasure chests. These little free libraries are basically the Tinder of the book world: you swipe left on that random self-help paperback from 2004, swipe right on a dog-eared romance, and occasionally find the one (aka a mint-condition hardcover you definitely weren’t expecting).
Finding them is half the fun. Stroll downtown with a latte in one hand and your tote bag in the other, and you’ll spot them everywhere. Think birdhouses, but with more gossip: painted rainbows, mismatched shingles, and shelves stuffed with paperbacks waiting for their next reader.
So let’s talk about the Get LIT(erary) collection! The bookworm-approved fits to go with your neighborhood library crawl.
We’ve got three designs in this collection: Well Read, Plot Twist, and Fiction Addiction Book Club. Basically, we’ve got you covered for whatever reading situation you find yourself in. Each one is hand screen-printed on the comfiest, coziest gear, so you can curl up, crack open a book, and disappear straight into the world living on those pages.
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Bozeman's Local Treasures
Not every little library makes it onto the official littlefreelibrary.org map! That’s the magic of it. Hidden treasures are everywhere! We went on a hunt and found some of the cutest (and best stocked) ones in town. 📚✨
One of our favorites sits right behind our store, painted in a bright red brick pattern. This one has just been returned to its home and is waiting eagerly to be filled again.
📍 32 S Tracy Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715
Just a block away is a library with antlers. Because of course. It’s one of the most unique ones in the downtown area.
📍 101 S Tracy Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715
At the intersection of S. Fourth Ave and W. Olive St. sits a town favorite. Well maintained, well stocked, and clearly cherished by locals.
📍 404 W Olive St, Bozeman, MT 59715
Further from the store we found one in front of a big yellow door. A cute little library clearly well loved by the community. Don't forget to look for the secret drawer! You may find the best book hidden in there!
📍 317 S Tenth Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715
Across town at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, we discovered a hand-painted beauty brimming with hidden gems. The little animals painted on this one are worth the visit alone!
📍 325 N 25th Ave, Bozeman, MT 59718
Just a few blocks away, two more caught our eye. One decked out in recycled tin cans turned into flowers, and another shaped like a robot, full of children’s books. If you pull up to the address below you will find both just steps from one another.
📍 2807 W Villard St, Bozeman, MT 59718
The last stop on our hunt was pure magic. A whimsical library made of tree branches and hand-crafted details, overflowing with stories.
📍 31 N Hunters Way, Bozeman, MT 59718
And if you’re feeling adventurous, we dare you to go on your own little free library hunt! Skip the app, wander the neighborhoods, and let us know what hidden gems you discover.
Meet Our Book Babes!
We couldn’t talk about books without asking some of our babes to spill some tea:
So we first chatted with Ciara, our Boss Babe Store Manager!
Q: What’s your current read (aka what’s living in your nightstand right now)?
A: City of Gods and Monsters! Just started the first book in the series!
Q: If Intrigue Ink had a book club, what would our first pick be?
A: Sisterhood of the Travling Pants
Q: Plot twist moment: what book surprised you most?
A: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch
Q: Ultimate book crush?
A: I gotta go with my first ever book crush.. Edward Cullen
We then asked Gunner, Our Sales and Marketing Lead!
Q: What’s your current read (aka what’s living in your nightstand right now)?
A: All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker! It is a wild ride and I cannot put it down!
Q: If Intrigue Ink had a book club, what would our first pick be?
A: The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown because being in this store feels like another dimension when you open the door.
Q: Plot twist moment: what book surprised you most?
A: The most shocking plot twist for me was in the book The Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins! I am still in turmoil over this book!
Q: Ultimate book crush?
A: So many to choose from... I'm gonna have to say Grimm from the Lightlark Series by Alex Aster.
Beyond the Birdhouses
Bozeman’s literary scene doesn’t stop with the minis:
The Bozeman Public Library offers a free card and endless stacks to explore.
📍 626 E Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
Just down the street, Country Bookshelf stands as downtown’s iconic indie and one of the best bookstores in Montana.
📍 28 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
For used treasures, Isle of Books is an emporium filled with delightfully quirky setups and endless finds.
📍 511 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman, MT 59715
Another downtown favorite is Vargo's Jazz City & Books, a gem perfect for browsing and snapping your next shelfie.
📍 6 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
And of course, Barnes & Noble remains a classic powerhouse in the bookstore scene.
📍 2825 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59718
And for our mystery-lovers? Don’t miss our blind date with a book options in-store. Perfect gift, perfect surprise, perfect pairing with a cheeky tee.
Whether you stumble on your next favorite book by accident or hunt it down with intention, Bozeman makes it easy to Get LIT(erary). And remember: the only thing better than being well dressed… is being Well Read.
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