MON-TUE 10-6 | WED-SUN 10-8

301-695-2500          info@curiousiguana.com

MON-TUE 10-6 | WED-SUN 10-8

301-695-2500    info@curiousiguana.com

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Curious Iguana owners Marlene and Tom England are no strangers to downtown Frederick’s business community—they also own Dancing Bear Toys and Gifts, which opened in 2000 and thrives at 15 East Patrick Street. 

Since opening in September 2013, Curious Iguana has become a popular literary hub for locals and tourists alike. Our globally diverse collection, extensive community partnerships, and vibrant events calendar reflect the Iguana’s mission, “Get To Know Your World.” Our welcoming and knowledgeable team of booksellers makes browsing at the Iguana a unique and delightful experience.

In addition to a bookstore and community gathering space, the Iguana is a benefit corporation. Each month, we donate a portion of the store’s sales to different non-profits (more than $18,050 in 2021). The pins in the map behind our counter show the countries where our customers’ purchases have helped make a world of difference. 

We also have a big heart for the Frederick community, offering as much support as we can to local schools, non-profits, and other organizations. That’s why the change jar on our counter doesn’t fund pizza deliveries—it’s for COIPP, a wonderful non-profit that provides much-needed resources for children of incarcerated parents in our community. If you’re interested in school or nonprofit partnership opportunities, email info@curiousiguana.com.

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