Barnes & Noble (and new neighbors to Walt Whitman Birthplace) to open soon
Many familiar faces – booksellers and baristas – from the East Northport Barnes & Noble are returning to the bookstore, this time in its new Huntington location, slated to open April 2. Image via Instagram.
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Barnes & Noble has once again announced the opening of its Huntington bookstore, a location chosen after its East Northport store closed in early 2024.
At 9am this Wednesday, April 2, the new Barnes & Noble will officially open, with bestselling author Tessa Bailey cutting the ribbon and signing copies of her books, including the Bellinger Sisters series and her latest release, Dream Girl Drama.
A March 26 opening was delayed due to unexpected permitting issues, Barnes & Noble reps said at the time. The bookstore is located at 301 Walt Whitman Road (across from Huntington Shopping Center), in the space formerly occupied by Johnson Fitness & Wellness.
“While we were saddened to leave East Northport, we could not be happier with the space we have found in Huntington. Here we bring the community a completely updated Barnes & Noble and, fittingly, do so right next to the birthplace of one of the greatest American poets,” said James Daunt, CEO of Barnes & Noble, in reference to the Walt Whitman Birthplace historic site.
The bookstore will sell books, toys, games and gifts, and will also house an updated B&N Café.
According to its most recent press release, Barnes & Noble is experiencing strong sales in its existing stores and has been opening many new stores after more than 15 years of declining store numbers. In 2024, Barnes & Noble opened more new bookstores in a single year than it had in the whole decade from 2009 to 2019. The bookseller expects to open over 60 new bookstores in 2025.
The Huntington location is one of four new Barnes & Noble bookstores set to open in April, alongside new stores in Florida, Illinois, and Nebraska.
“We are so excited to bring Barnes and Noble back to the community of Huntington and surrounding areas,” said Kyle Goehle, store manager.
For updates, and to confirm opening dates and hours of operation, visit @bnnyhuntington on social media.
