Who we are
Since 1998
An Independent, locally owned, general and travel specialty bookstore and brewery in Santa Fe, New Mexico located due east of the plaza in the oldest part of Santa Fe.
We are a prime resource for local recreational information for exploring the nearby national forests, wilderness areas and parks. We custom print full scale USGS Maps for the entire USA.
Under single ownership since creation in 1998 by Greg Ohlsen and Ellen Stelling founders of Garcia Street Books in 1990!
Under single ownership since creation in 1998 by Greg Ohlsen and Ellen Stelling founders of Garcia Street Books in 1990!
Events most Saturdays
- Books: New release fiction and nonfiction!
- Luggage: Briggs and Riley, Eagle Creek, Thule
- Guides and Maps Local and international
- Scottevest travel vests
- Travel accessories: Packing aids, locks, pillows etc.
- Espresso bar and café.
- WIFI and a pleasant relatively calm place to hang and chat.
- Don't forget the BREWERY!
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Medicinal Plants of Northern New Mexico
with Jessie Emerson
Saturday November 8, 2025 at 5pm
Nature to the Rescue Jessie Emerson, RN, herbalist has travelled the mountains, foothills, and uplands of northern new Mexico for many years. She will take us on a field trip where we will learn to identify plants and learn how to use them in emergency situations. This presentation is intended to educate those interested in natural medicine and learning about the plants where they live or visit. Our focus is the plants traditionally used by historic and contemporary Northern New Mexicans. Her newest book Nature to the Rescue will be available at the talk.
Language Classes
Wine and Beer!
We offer Spanish and Italian and French conversational language classes in the store.
Language class schedule