Specialty in investigation of questions both musical and literature related. The staff is interested in your ideas and desires. Our book selection is hand picked and very good. Our music selection is one of the best I have ever seen in variety and depth. Specializing in Alaska and other polar regions, but also a general store.
Bestsellers are books on exploration, history, hunting and true adventure.
No catalogs but lots of personal service. The store does book and map searches and has a certified appraiser. Old Harbor Books was formed in 1976 by a group of devoted book lovers, most of whom are still serving on the bookstore's board. OHB stocks an inventory of over 16,000 titles along with a comprehensive selection of nautical charts and topographic maps for the region. We believe in actively participating in the community.