Discover a hidden gem of a bookstore that serves up an impressive selection of new and rare art and design books in a beautifully curated space.
"This is for the serious book lover. Located inside of the Helms Bakery District, Arcana is an outstanding shop selling books on the Arts. They carry rarities in Photography, Fashion, Art, Design, Music, and Architecture. The staff is awesome, and always helpful. Shopping tip – don’t take pictures of the books to find online later, you’ll get yelled at, and probably won’t find it online anyway. Trust us, we know from experience. Another tip – follow their Instagram for the “book of the day”, it’s a great way to brush up on some culture." - Rapt Studio
"COVID-19 update: Open for curbside pickup, limited in-store shopping, and delivery (check out their "book of the day" feature on their site. Tucked away in the back of the Helms Bakery building, Arcana is easy to miss: In fact, they seem to play it intentionally low-pro. They have an incredible selection of rare and hard-to-find art books, many of which are behind glass. COVID-19 disclaimer: We are working hard to keep our listings as up to date as possible (deliveries, outdoor dining, etc.), but given the evolving nature of local COVID-19 restrictions, we recommend double-checking the information in this guide with any business you plan on visiting. Also, please note that we have not vetted any businesses listed within our guides for their compliance with applicable safety regulations."
"Arcana: Books on the Arts, Culver City. This is for the serious book lover. Located inside of the Helms Bakery District, Arcana is an outstanding shop selling books on the Arts. They carry rarities in Photography, Fashion, Art, Design, Music, and Architecture. The staff is awesome, and always helpful. Shopping tip – don’t take pictures of the books to find online later, you’ll get yelled at, and probably won’t find it online anyway. Trust us, we know from experience. Another tip – follow their Instagram for the “book of the day”, it’s a great way to brush up on some culture."
