Ark Books

"This is a word-of-mouth kind of place, a treasure trove that feels like a local secret—if you’re exploring Santa Fe by walking or even driving around you won’t stumble upon it. Luckily for me I sat next to someone cool on the Santa Fe plane with the good tips, tho you will see this place on the visitors’ walking map if you know to look. This is my ideal Indie bookstore, chock full of esoteria yet solid with offerings for the hardened philosophical materialist (a nice balance, in other words, and i was gobsmacked to see a book displayed of a somewhat obscure scholar i had Just Heard Speak at one of my postmaterialist orgs—the Ark’s book wrangler must be pretty dialed in, woof); a chair by a window to peruse too many good titles to choose from; a labyrinth of goodies and gifting items to explore (that even with good intentions you’ll want to keep for yourself), arty ceramics, boho clothing, scarves, stickers, crystals, jewelry, candles, meditation pillows, puzzles (o my heart); impossible to lay it all out here and that would take from your fun. I have been looking for a dodecahedron for a long time and it found me here."

"Such a gem in Santa Fe. I originally stopped into Ark Books thinking it was just a bookstore, but I was pleasantly surprised by their vast crystal collection and high-quality myrrh and frankincense resins. Steven was incredibly helpful and provided detailed information for the moonstones I'm sourcing for my practice. As a practitioner focused on nervous system regulation, I’m always looking for local spaces that feel truly grounded and intentional. This is definitely one of them. Highly recommend for any healer or seeker in town. I’ll be back weekly!"

"Greatest bookstore and and trinket store ever. I ended up buying a very cool pair of glasses that I'm wearing at work right now and they were reasonably priced. Actually considering how much glasses are, let's say at Walgreens. And they have some children's toys that are cool and unique. I always like going there."

"7/24/21: I traveled to this uniquely perfect gem in a torrential downpour. So....be prepared for narrow roads and one-ways streets. Once you get there your trip is worth it.. I felt so relaxed, at home, loving how many different rooms in this gorgeous space just kept expanding at every turn I made. I thought I'd spend 30 minutes in here. No way...be prepared to spend a lifetime in The Ark. I bought 6 different incense at a very reasonable price and love how each smells. The scents are not overpowering and each gave me the energy I was seeking for varying moods. Friend bought an elegant wind chime that sounds so perfect pitched. I will absolutely be back to spend hours discovering many new adventures in The Ark."