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Chicago, IL
1727 E. 87th Street, Chicago, IL
V·13916
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The Underground Bookstore appears in public records as a bookstores in Chicago, IL. This page gathers the public details for The Underground Bookstore in one place. People searching for a bookstores near Chicago may be looking for this business.

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Location
1727 E. 87th Street, Chicago, IL
Public details
Business nameThe Underground Bookstore
CategoryBookstores
Address1727 E. 87th Street, Chicago, IL
Websitewww.wbez.org/arts-culture/2025/02/19/how-one-black-owned-bookstore-has-navigated-business-since-2020
HoursNot confirmed
Black-ownedNot verified
Researched from public sources. Details are unconfirmed.
Why?

newBWS has not confirmed who owns The Underground Bookstore, whether it is Black-owned, or whether it is still open. Hours, ownership, and the details above are compiled from public records and may be out of date. No cosigns, vouches, reviews, or reputation are shown until an owner claims this listing and is verified.

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Where is The Underground Bookstore located?

The Underground Bookstore is listed at 1727 E. 87th Street, Chicago, IL.

What kind of business is The Underground Bookstore?

The Underground Bookstore appears in public records as a bookstores in Chicago, IL. This listing gathers those public details in one place.

Is The Underground Bookstore Black-owned?

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