Red Emma's was no bigger than a dorm apartment at MICA, and most of the books were kept on the left side of the store. Although the book collection was small, it would be a good place for political activists to go; all the books seemed to be left-wing politically based or about issues that would be of interest to liberal political parties. The magazines were not tabloids about celebrities; the subjects varied from surreal artists to gay men and women helping the next generation of homosexuals.
Red Emma's also seemed to feel about educating the public. I saw lots of smaller books, mini brochures, perhaps, that gave in depth historical or scientific facts in a way that was accessible to children as well as adults.
On the right side of the store was the coffee shop, and the tables all around gave it a cozy feeling. The patrons were friendly despite what some people's first thoughts might be; the door to the shop gets stuck easily, so when I was having trouble opening it a very friendly man came up and helped me with it.
If any artist is looking to enhance their art by exploring political scenes around Baltimore or even just finding out about minorities, taking a stop at Red Emma's would be a great way to brainstorm and pick up information from the regulars.
- Lauren
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