Books on First
202 West First St, Dixon, IL 61021
Specialty Stores
Full service bookstore in downtown Dixon with many books focusing on Illinois and local interest subjects such as Ronald Reagan, Chief Blackhawk, nature, Rock River and more.
General bookstore specializing in local interest children's and more. Also featuring classic jazz & blues CD's, fine coffees & other drinks and pastries. We also carry a speciality line of childrens educational toys as well. We hold live music events most weekends, book signings, lectures and more. We're your old fashioned book store that's very up to date!
More Information
- Mon: 8:00am – 9:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am – 9:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am – 9:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am – 9:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am – 9:00pm
- Sat: 8:00am – 9:00pm
- Sun: Closed
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