Dumont Maps & Books Of The West

Dumont Maps & Books Of The West is a unique antique store located in Santa Fe, New Mexico that specializes in rare and historical maps and books of the American West. According to customer reviews, the store has "a great selection of maps" and "many unusual books" that are "beautifully displayed."

The proprietor of the store, Andre Dumont, is described as "super friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful" by customers. One reviewer states that "Andre has helped me build an impressive collection of Wagner-Camp and small regional, southwestern press material" and that he "is always on the lookout for unique and rare titles to add to the budding collections of his customers." Another reviewer notes that "Andre has an encyclopedic knowledge of Western Americana" and is always willing to "share his expertise" with customers.

In addition to the knowledgeable staff, customers praise the store's selection of antique maps, with one reviewer stating they "ended up with some great original prints, including pages from 19th century Harper's Weekly and historical maps, very reasonably priced." Another customer simply states that the store has "great books from 1700's through early 1900's."

The store also appears to have a strong relationship with its customer base, with one long-time patron describing how they "eagerly await the arrival of [the store's] catalogues and usually plan [their] visits to Santa Fe around a trip to [the] establishment." This customer also notes that they enjoy the "rare pleasure" of being able to visit with the proprietor's wife, Carol, when she is in the store.

Overall, Dumont Maps & Books Of The West seems to be a beloved institution among antique map and book enthusiasts in the Santa Fe area, offering a unique and personalized shopping experience centered around the proprietor's deep knowledge and passion for Western Americana.