Reviews of Lovecraft Arts & Sciences. (Book Store) in Providence (Rhode Island).

Lovecraft Arts & Sciences

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65 Weybosset St, Providence, RI 02903, United States

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Information of Lovecraft Arts & Sciences, Book store in Providence (Rhode Island)

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Lovecraft Arts & Sciences

Dee Kelly

ITS NOT A MUSEUM!!!!! Lol. Once you get past that disappointment (thank you guide books and podcasts) it is a very amusing niche bookstore with lots of very clever gifts revolving around HP Lovecraft and general creepy/occult souvenirs. It was fun to browse but it is very tiny and you won’t spend more than 20 minutes max in here.

MaoShan Ozymandias

Inside the Arcade in downtown Providence, there is a special bookstore providing all things Lovecraft. It is an Official Outpost of the H.P. Lovecraft Historical Society, and although the interior is small, it is packed with books, apparel, postcards, statues, artifacts and more. It is primarily devoted to H.P. Lovecraft, although it also has resources relating to the cosmic horror genre and New England historical witchcraft/folklore in general. The prices were reasonable, and the staff was friendly and helpful.

Danad Pt

A small but beautifully curated collection of H P. Lovecraft and others! We thoroughly loved it, bout a few books. Lovely owner.

Jon H.

If you are in the area and enjoy weird fiction, books on folklore/local legends/horror/sci-fi, you absolutely need to stop here. The shop is small, but oh so mighty. Cool people working there, as well, which is always a plus. Great place!

Jacob Mariorenzi

Awesome piece of the Providence experience. I've lived in Rhode island for my childhood and most of my adult life, and I can think of few places as intriguing as the providence arcade. Along with purportedly being one of the oldest indoor malls in the world, it houses unique charm and great atmosphere- of which Lovecraft Arts and Sciences is simply the tinsel on the tree! This novelty, gift and book store is located directly across from a great cafe, and from my experience, it's employees are positively steeped in knowledge of Providence's rich literary history, H.P. Lovecraft and the occult! I would recommend that any fan of cosmic horror make a pilgrimage to this store if they find themselves in the northeast!

Frédéric Messier

Great staff, super knowledgeable & eager to share. Ask them for a book suggestion! - The walking tour is also close by, easy & informative. All in all a great little shop (of horrors). Thank you for existing (out of the Abyss) !

Monica C.

My birthday gift to my fiancé this year was a trip to Providence and a tour of ask things lovecraft. So naturally I decided to make this the last stop before we flew back. I SHOULD HAVE MADE IT OUR FIRST STOP. The guy there was amazing and obviously a fan himself, which is always a bonus when you go to places like this. The store was gorgeous, I wish I could get these guys to decorate my house. And it won't break your bank buying stuff from them. Which usually niche stores like that will.

Charles Marlow Stanfield

Tiny little shop in a big, mostly empty building (at least when I was there). Books, some art, some other random cool stuff like old convention booklets or CDs (I think I saw a few CDs). Cute. Worth a look if you're into weird, horror, or really any kind of lit.

Joe H

A must visit place for fans of HP Lovecraft and his work. On our recent visit to HP's grave we decided to stop for our first visit. Extremely helpful and knowledgeable staff. Many items including books, shirts, postcards, magnets, artwork, etc. We could have easily spent hours here just looking and talking in this small shop. Parking in the area was a bit difficult but manageable after a few times around the block. Excellent shop and 5 stars are not enough!

Pat Nick

The seller was great, they have some interesting stuff about Lovecraft, but I was expecting more.

Wicked nick Fortier

What an amazing place. This is not some trendy tourist trap, but a great store with a huge selection of books from many authors other than Lovecraft, on a wide variety of subjects. There’s a large selection of cool shirts, original artwork, and collectibles. The staff is friendly and helpful. A great place for Lovecraft fans.

Brianna Hulsebus

My friend and I went here for the first time the other day. I had asked the staff member for recommendations and they were so helpful! My friend and I started reading the books we got and we cannot put them down! The staff member was wonderful and I will definitely be back!

John Colvin

A small place... but I love the art and selection of books there.

Michael Farris

Wonderful staff. Plethora of books, games, posters and other media for purchase. Great place for a fan of Lovecraft, Providence and horror!

Kat Cloutier

Really cute bookstore with a great selection of Lovecraft books and merch.

Avik Chatterjee

Really awesome bookstore. The staff are really nice knowledgeable. The Arcade was locked when I went and the staff actually let me in when I called.

Liam Hammons

This store was freaking awesome and is definitely worth at least a stop (or multiple). I love horror and weird fiction and this stop has everything you would want to find. Despina was awesome and super fun to nerd out over Weird fiction with!

Anastasiia Romanova

Awesome place, recommended for all Lovecraft fans!

Nicole Lopez

More bookstore than curio store. Staff were heroically accommodating and knowledgeable about the collection

Patrick Fraser

This is an awesome store! Not only is it Lovecraftian, it’s also dedicated to sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and weird fiction. They are not open on Mondays or Tuesdays, but if you call they will be willing to work with you and may open up for a bit. It’s a great place.

Thomas Bourque

As a Lovecraft fan, this place was on my list of places I wanted to go to. I'm glad I did. They have much more of a selection of weird fiction than you're going to find in your average bookstore. They also have t-shirts, pins, and other things like that. I got a postcard for my friend and an Elder Sign pendant! I recommend going if you are into Lovecraft or weird fiction in general!

Selphin Rose

It's a small store but it has all the essentials, and helpful info about your Lovecraft Pilgrimage. Also, seeing a mask policy still in full effect was nice to see.

Shawn Spitaleri

Great little Lovecraft shop in the middle of a bunch of salons and other 'normal' businesses. Exceptionally friendly shopkeeper and incredibly book and art selections. Definitely a go to if you are in or around Providence!

Errick Nunnally

A great book store and more, friendly service, great location.

Lenin Roman

One of my favorite must visit spots in Providence. Whenever I swing by from Texas it’s a huge treat, if you are a big Lovecraft fan it’s highly recommended. The store is cozy but it has a really good collection of Lovecraftian literature and artifacts and the staff is very helpful and lovely.

Mars Strange

Everything about my experience here was great. The shopkeeper was super nice and helped me with some stuff, and all of the merchandise was great, I wish I could have brought home more. The shop itself is cool, with the perfect kind of aesthetic you would want from a place focused on Lovecraft. Overall wonderful place and I'm already planning on driving up to R.I just to go back

Juneesh Singh

This place is awesome. There is a great variety of books and other cool lovecraftian knickknacks available. Special shout out to Loren who is very friendly and has an extensive knowledge of everything from Lovecraft to Warhammer 40k. 10/10 would go back.

Sebastian Tenezill

Great store, the employee's know a lot about the subject and will help you find the stuff you are looking for.

Carrie Laben

Great variety of weird and wonderful books.

Bret McDaniel

Any Lovecraft fan and lover of weird tales should make this a stop. Mostly books, but also artwork, shirts and other memorabilia. They'll probably have something you like.

Claude Campbell

Love this store! LOVECRAFT and so much more. Highly recommended.

Sinna

My favorite little shop in Providence. The staff are always incredibly knowledgeable about the literature in the store, and very friendly and easy to talk to. <3 :)

Ted Charter

Sadly, I haven't been able to visit the physical store but I have ordered online and I highly recommend them. Friendly and fast and a great place for the fan of HPL.

April Shaw

LOVE LOVE LOVE This place. They have a ton of Lovecraft related items. It's located right across from a lovely coffee shop, so stop in, grab a book, and head a cross the hall!

P. Silva

Truly dedicated to all things Lovecraft and similar genre. The person running the shop was very knowledgeable too.

Tara Hill

Very unique and interesting shop. Friendly staff. I always love chit chatting while I browse. One of my favorite stops for gifts and myself.

Aaron Spink

A must for fans of Lovecraft! (Of course) They have a wide array of books and other “mementos” dedicated to Lovecraft as well as a large selection of other materials as well. I picked up two short story anthologies by J.S. Le Fanu (Irish gothic and horror writer from the mid 1800’s) that I had not been able to find in any normal book stores. It was worth the trip to Providence!

D2 (SvenDayProductions)

Bit cramped of a space, and I was honestly thinking it was more than just a book store. However they have great selections of books ranging from Poe to modern writers of weird, or estranged tales

Dishwasher Grandma

Truly a wonderful place to geek out on Lovecraftian material. A necessary stop for any-and-all horror aficionados. Friendly staff and wonderful designs. Keep up the incredible work.

Chaz Oakes

Very cool representation of Mr. Lovecraft's works, as well as other literary works, and art inspired by it. I could have spent hours in this small space, nice knowledgeable staff would love to return in the future. 💀 …

Gavin Lees

You're in Providence, so why not pick up something related to its most famous resident? A nice selection of Lovecraft works here, and other weird fiction, along with posters and prints.

Insanitiki InTheHouse

What a great place to explore and expand one's knowledge of HP Lovecraft and the mythos he created!

Jarod Evenson

Great boutique book store, specializing in Lovecraft and similar authors. The clerk who was working there definitely knew his stuff and was a pleasure to chat with.

Jeffery Sumler

Great bookstore, plus Lovecraftian t-shirts, pins and other merch. Highly recommend if you're into Mythos stuff and assorted weirdness.

Jake Smith

Amazing store tucked away in a cute shopping plaza. Lots of good memorabilia, and a fantastic selection of books. A must stop for locals and tourists alike

Közi MacGregor

The worker was suuuper friendly and nice, gave us a walking tour map and drew us a map to H.P.'s grave since we were from out of town! 10/10 would buy again!

Chris Johnson

Are you looking for books or ephemera from beyond the limits of human knowledge? Have you always hoped to find others to reminisce about madness brought about by cosmic horror? Then this is the store for you!

Jacques Dufresne

Lots of great H.P. Lovecraft and weird fiction books and souvenirs.

Evan Granite

Really awesome atmosphere, lots of awesome books and collectibles.

Katelen Walsh

Cashier not only steered me towards general Lovecraft knowledge but also pointed out some of his personal favorites. Much appreciated.

Abby Laskey

Despina was super knowledgeable and helpful, and the store has a great selection and great variety!

AJ Ritter (June)

very helpful staff, great atmosphere, good selection of merchandise. they'll also give you an HPL tour map if you ask!

Andrew Miernicki

Cute little store. Very nice collection of works from Lovecraft and other authors.

Chris Nelson

Wonderful little store. And staff was pleasant and very helpful.

Matt Slaughter-Katz (ledfox)

So cool! Definite must-see for any Lovecraft fan! Attending staff knowledgeable in the dark arts.

abc def

Start your Lovecraft tour of Providence here - they will provide you with a free map of all places there are to see.

Jeremy Barstrom

Cool little book store that sells all sorts of weird fiction books and items. Warm and inviting atmosphere ;)

john orlando

Wonderful books by Lovecraft and related interest. Some retro stuff and tee shirts

Dmitry Slootskin

Love it, always something new that keeps me coming back

Blue the Memer

Very interesting store with Lovecraftian books and books on the occult, mythology, witchcraft, etc.

Dane Muckler

This is the best collection of Lovecraftian arcanam that I know of anywhere in the U.S. or Europe.

Yi Fang Shen

Made me feel very very at home. Good stuff.

Roy Brown

Keeps the spirit and gloom of Lovecraft alive and kicking. Been here twice while in US. Love the place!

Ryan Page

Delightful source for all-things Lovecraft. The map was very handy for finding landmarks.

Sebastian Donner

Very nice for the Lovecraft afficienado with a large selection of things to buy

Bonnie Bloomer

Very good selection of Lovecraft items, something for everyone.

Andres de Loera-Brust

Weird vibe but in a fun way. Come here for all your exotic and occult book needs

Yami

Quaint and obscure, they have the most wonderful selections of books!!

Katarina Jug

If you can, please visit this store. It's definitely worth your time!!!

Rory Raven

You came to Providence looking for Lovecraft merch; it's all here and a lot more besides.

Josh Carr

Wonderful selection and friendly, knowledgeable staff. I look forward to coming here again

Omar

Everything u need if u want to read more of the unknown or at least have a good time

Shawn Riley-Rau

Fantastic little place to scratch your need for Lovecraftian delights

Brenda McGee

Very cool little shop

JEB Empires

A great headquarters for Lovecraft items and info....

John Conti

Great place to find weird Providence art!

Greg Miller

My daughter could of spent hours here.

Carcosa

A vast collection of weird books plus merchandise and rarities. Ia! Providence!

JAY HACKETT

Just the best if you're in the market for their products......

Kate Bishop

Amazing experience! Staff is so knowledgeable and friendly.

Jeffery Dolan

Great place, knowledgeable staff and many curiosities to explore.

Jesse Walker

Awesome shop in the oldest mall in America!!

mike surette

Nice shop great prices

Kev H (Swisskev)

Some fine Lovecraftian finds!

Tina Grim

Cool looking place and friendly staff.

David Cyr

Great store and staff!

Kris Redmond

They are the best at what they do.

Phobrek Taz

Wicked helpful staff.

Jon Kivijarv

Very cool!

Mark Wilson

Cthulu calls

Gwen

(Translation) It's hard to find HP Lovecraft in Providence and this place is essential for doing so. Very nice welcome, shop full of little wonders and really reasonable prices. The caretaker offers a map indicating the location of the few Lovecraftian spots in Providence, very practical. In short, for those interested in Myth, this is where it all begins! (Original) Difficile de débusquer HP Lovecraft à Providence et cet endroit est essentiel pour y parvenir. Accueil très sympa, boutique pleine de petites merveilles et tarifs vraiment raisonnables. Le gardien des lieux propose une carte indiquant l'emplacement des quelques spots lovecraftiens dans Providence, très pratique. Bref, pour ceux qui s'intéressent au Mythe, c'est ici que tout commence !

e Fantini

(Translation) Really nice little shop with lots of various Lovecraft and Wired themed things (Original) Negozietto davvero carino con tantissime cose di varia natura a tema Lovecraft e Wired

Dennis Božić

Jeder Mythospilger sollte seine Reise durch Lovecrafts Providence hier beginnen. Es gibt kostenlose Wanderkarten, welche Interessierte durch das Collegeviertel - samt Verbindungen zu Lovecraft selbst und seinen Geschichten, absolut empfehlenswert! - führen. Auch sonst dürfte man hier alles finden, was auch nur im Entferntesten mit dem Werk des Autors zu tun hat. Das sehr engagierte und sympathische Personal hilft gerne bei jeder cthuloiden Frage weiter. (Translation) Any myth pilgrim should begin their journey through Lovecraft's Providence here. There are free walking maps that can guide those interested through the college district - with links to Lovecraft himself and his stories, highly recommended! - to lead. Otherwise you should find everything here that even remotely has to do with the author's work. The very dedicated and personable staff is happy to help with any cthuloid question.

Joaline Pardo

(Translation) The place is super cool. It is small but with very select merchandise, all related to HPL (obviously). What I liked is the variety of books and authors, ranging from the most unknown to the great famous. Lots of memorabilia as well...magnets, paintings, t-shirts. With original and well-chosen designs. The girl who serves is very friendly. (Original) Super chido el lugar. Es pequeño pero con mercancía muy selecta, toda relacionada con HPL (evidentemente). Lo que me gustó es la variedad de libros y autores, que van desde los más desconocidos hasta los grandes famosos. Mucha memorabilia además...imanes, cuadros, playeras. Con diseños originales y bien escogidos. La chica que atiende muy amable.

Marisa Lopez

Marina

(Translation) A little expensive and without as much variety as one would like (Original) Algo caro y sin tanta variedad como uno desearía

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