I have lived in this area for over 30 years. This store is but a pale shadow of it's former self. The owners have cheapened it, they now have Christian books, and fluffy bunny Wicca things. I knew this store and it's origins, not what it used to be at all.

I have lived in chicago for about 5 years now and am always looking for occult shops and the like. I have found one among many that stands out and that is Alchemy Arts on Bryn Mawr and Broadway. it is "the occult shop" this little store in a cornicopia of knowledge, supplies, and networking oppertunities, as well as the hot spot for lectures and classes in paganism and the occult. I have found that the owner Ken is very knowledgable and well studied in the occult arts. I also like the fact that I can buy tools such as wands, pentacles, rune sets and staves that are hand crafted by local artist/practisioners. all in all a great shop for whatever your occult needs.