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Caption: _______ baldwin's book barn chester county, pennsylvania
Caption: sunday. Whenever I'm seeking solitude, I drive a few minutes down the winding local roads to Baldwin's Book Barn. The historic 1822 structure has housed a treasure trove of literature since 1946. Exploring it is an adventure in itself, with five floors and over 300,000 used + rare books to be discovered.
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Caption: Upon entering, you're greeted with a smile (most often by my pal Fred), beautiful vintage spines as far as the eye can see, and (on chilly days) a toasty wood-burning stove.
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Caption: What used to be the residential area for owner Tom Baldwin is now open to the public, showcasing early American decor, antiques, local artists, and of course...more books.
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Caption: Head upstairs to find rows upon rows of books, arranged by subject in old crates, and plenty of cozy spots to get lost in your new treasure. If you're lucky, one of the many resident cats will join you for a snooze.
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Caption: duck or grousf!
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Caption: I always spend ample time outside admiring the structure + grounds. One of the things I love most about Pennsylvania is how our historic structures are so well preserved, treasured, and given new life.
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