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Women & Children First

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Address
5233 North Clark Street, Chicago
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Phone
(773) 769-9299
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Website
www.womenandchildrenfirst.com

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About this place Women & Children First

Women & Children First, a queer-owned independent bookshop, has been in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood since 1979, a landmark for the LGBTQ+ community, especially lesbian and feminist readers.

It’s one of the oldest such businesses in the country, and still a meaningful stop for anyone wanting to support queer spaces and find books by and for women and LGBTQ+ authors.

The shop’s selection leans toward feminist literature and lesbian perspectives, an honest resource for readers who want real representation. A small kids' section makes it family-friendly too.

Expect the warm, knowledgeable vibe common to good independent queer bookshops: staff who love their inventory and are happy to recommend something. Check their website for hours or author appearances.

Opening Hours

Open Now · closes 18:00
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:00-18:00
Wednesday 11:00-18:00
Thursday 11:00-18:00
Friday 11:00-18:00
Saturday 11:00-18:00
Sunday 11:00-18:00

Features

Gay-friendly (straight venue) Lesbian / Women-focused LGBTQ+ Smoke-free LGBTQ+ owned Safe space Community oriented Walk-ins welcome Mixed LGBTQ+ Free entry Card payments accepted Walk-ins welcome Day venue Year-round

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Emily Spalding
Emily Spalding Jun 2026

Always a pleasure stopping by here

Catherine Miller
Catherine Miller Jun 2026
Violetta Smith
Violetta Smith May 2026
Joshua Danowitz
Joshua Danowitz May 2026

We love this place, especially their fun, unique card selection!

Dick Brown
Dick Brown May 2026

Thank you!! Beautiful shop

Teresa Navarro
Teresa Navarro May 2026
Grace Pedersen
Grace Pedersen May 2026

Wonderful book selection, as well as cards and little bits and bobs. Excellent staff

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Last updated on 19 September 2026

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