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Bookstore

Your convenient, on-campus source for art supplies, tools, and more.

Welcome to the Bookstore!

We are not your average bookstore. Discover the art supplies, tools and materials to fulfill your course supply lists and realize your artistic visions!

Conveniently located in the heart of Alberta University of the Arts, our store is open to students, alumni, faculty, staff and the public.

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Visit us!

Monday - Thursday: 8AM - 4:30PM
Friday: 8AM - 4PM
Weekends & Holidays: Closed

Located in the AUArts' basement. Across from the Woodshop.

How to find us!

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Browse our inventory!

AUArts students can view product availability and pricing on our Studio AZ SharePoint site.

Browse our inventory

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What we offer!

The AUArts Bookstore isn’t just a bookstore—it’s your go-to destination for:

Art supplies & materials: Find the majority of supplies and materials required for your AUArts courses & more!
Tools & hardware: Stock up on essential tools to nail your next creative project.
Apparel & merch: Grab AUArts-branded clothing and more!

Our team communicates directly with faculty to make sure we're stocked with the supplies you'll need to succeed at AUArts.

Send us your questions

Why Shop with Us?

Our staff are AUArts Alumni who strive to provide:

Friendly service: We love art (obviously) and take pride in assisting you with your artistic goals, big or small.
Expert advice: With vast product knowledge, our team can provide guidance on the best supplies, materials or tools to get the job done right.
Endless possibilities: With so many options in one place, you save time discovering new ways to confidently explore your ideas without limits.

Did we mention we’re alumni?!

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Stay connected

Phone: 403-284-7663	Email: bookstore@auarts.ca	Instagram: @auartsbookstore
Monday – Thursday: 8AM – 4:30PM	Friday: 8AM – 4PM	Weekends & Holidays: Closed

How to find us!

Driving here? Park in the Jubilee Parkade, enter AUArts on the top level, and head to the front reception. Make a right U-turn into the stairwell and follow it to the bottom—we’ll be waiting for you!

Taking the train? Get off at SAIT/Jubilee/AUArts station and follow the Plus 15 into the building. Walk past the student galleries, head up the stairs to the Main Mall, and take the stairwell by Security all the way down to find us!