Out of the mouth of the south Dupont Metro exit, the Dupont store's book selection is relatively small but well chosen and features a nifty split-level floor plan. Metro Center is the navel of the whole operation, the place where most readings are held. It features dark woodwork, a large inventory and a mysterious darkened window overlooking the CD racks. Next to the Shakespeare Theatre and in the midst of Gallery Row, the Lansburgh Olsson's has a collection of plush chairs and couches to complement coffee, light food and desserts. In Old Town, the store sits half a block south of King right by the river in an ancient and beautifully remodeled brick row house.
Ice cream is served upstairs in the back.
Along with the Georgetown store, the Bethesda Olsson's offers a selection of used books. It also has an exceptionally large collection of remainder and off-price books. 2001CitySearch Inc. All rights reserved. Perly Inc. The textual, graphic, audio, and audiovisual material in this site is protected by United States copyright law and international treaties. You may not copy, distribute, or use these materials except as necessary for your personal, non-commercial use.