Prairie Path Books

Prairie Path Books takes its name from the pioneering Illinois Prairie Path rail trail that begins nearby, and the store embodies the spirit of discovery and connection that the trail represents. Located in downtown Wheaton, the store serves a diverse community that includes Wheaton College faculty and students, young families, and trail enthusiasts who stop in after a morning ride or walk. The Midwest fiction section is curated with genuine passion for the region's literary voices, while the nature and outdoors section reflects the community's connection to the prairie landscape. The theology section acknowledges Wheaton's identity as a center of evangelical scholarship without limiting the store's broader appeal. The in-store cafe offers a comfortable space for lingering, and the children's section hosts some of the most popular story times in the western suburbs.