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Barnes & Noble Coming Soon to Crossgates in Albany, NY

Crossgates is excited to announce that Barnes & Noble, America’s premier bookseller and cultural hub, will be opening a new location at Crossgates on the upper level next to REI!

The new Barnes & Noble store will cover over 18,000 square feet, including a café, and carry all the best books, as well as a wide range of toys, games, vinyl and a wonderful selection of paper and gifting items usually found at Barnes & Noble.  Designed as a welcoming community space, the store features comfortable reading areas where customers are encouraged to linger, spend time, and enjoy discovering their next favorite read.

“We are thrilled to welcome Barnes & Noble to Crossgates,” said Jennifer Smith, General Manager of Crossgates Mall. “This renowned bookseller is a perfect addition to our diverse mix of retail and entertainment brands, and we know it will become a beloved destination for book lovers throughout the Capital Region.”

Barnes & Noble stores are known not only for their broad selection of titles but also as community gathering places—hosting author events, book clubs, and educational programs that bring people together around a shared love of reading.

The addition of Barnes & Noble underscores Crossgates Mall’s continued momentum and commitment to a tenant mix that blends nationally recognized brands with engaging destinations for shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Additional details regarding the store’s opening date and grand opening celebrations will be shared in the coming weeks. For more information and updates, visit www.shopcrossgates.com.