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Atlas Stationers A family run Chicago institution since 1939! Your best source for fine writing & stationery!
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The year was 1939 when Aloysius Schmidt opened the doors of Atlas Stationers. Originally seeing an opportunity to offer supplies that would always be needed (black pens with a booming economy and red in bad times), Atlas Stationers has evolved into the largest independent Office Supply and Stationery Retailer in Chicago!

86 years after opening, Atlas is now run by Don, Therese, Brian, and Brendan Schmidt. Our retail store in Downtown Chicago features a massive selection of fountain pens, notebooks, and stationery products. Relaunched in 2020, you can shop for thousands of fountain pens, notebooks, inks, and stationery products on the brand new atlasstationers.com. Atlas Stationers has been in the Schmidt family for over 85 years and we pledge to offer service that makes a world of difference. Thank you for over 85 years of support!

- Don, Therese, Brian, and Brendan Schmidt

‘Tis the season! 🍂🍁What are you most looking forward to this fall?
10/10/2026

‘Tis the season! 🍂🍁What are you most looking forward to this fall?

10/09/2026

Chiku-rin, by Pilot Iroshizuku - an all time favorite! ✨

Pen: TWSBI VAC 700R

10/08/2026

Mark your calendars! Check out our events page to stay up to date on happenings at Atlas!

10/08/2026

What’s the goofiest type of content you’ve seen from us?

Sometimes, we love taking a blast from the past and scrolling through some of the skits and downright entertaining videos that helped shape our social media channels!

From drop ship kickin’ to drawing each other, we’ve always done our best to keep things fresh, fun, and a little goofy around here. What’s your favorite?

If you missed episode 17 of the Atlas Ink Podcast, make sure you head to our YouTube channel to watch it before episode 18 drops this Saturday (October 10th) at 10am CT!

TCMC Collection is finally here! ✨ And launching in ... 🥁AT 9 AM! JUST A FEW MINUTES! Get them now on our website! Link ...
10/08/2026

TCMC Collection is finally here! ✨ And launching in ... 🥁AT 9 AM! JUST A FEW MINUTES!

Get them now on our website! Link in bio 🥳🎉

10/07/2026

TheCoffeeMonsterzCo is back with another collection! 🤭☕️

Check out all of the new products under our “Coming Soon” tab to prepare for a 9 AM CT launch TOMORROW, October 8th!

Tickets go on sale next week, Tuesday October 13th at 9 am CT at atlasstationers.com under the events tab!DIY Carved Jou...
10/06/2026

Tickets go on sale next week, Tuesday October 13th at 9 am CT at atlasstationers.com under the events tab!

DIY Carved Journal Stamps (November 6): Come learn how to hand-carve unique stamps to decorate the pages of your journal or planner!

Refillable Journal Cover Workshop (November 13): Come create a custom refillable leather journal cover! We are excited to partner with instructors from the Chicago School of Shoemaking and Leather Arts who will guide participants through the process of creating and customizing your very own leather journal cover!

Mushroom Forager Junk Event (November 20): Come forage through our selection of mushroom stickers and ephemera to create a unique addition to your favorite notebook or journal!

More details will be available on our website under the Events tab! We hope to see you there!

RESTOCK ALERT!Couldn't get more perfect... the beloved Imperfect Concepts leather journals are back at Atlas & B6 is her...
10/05/2026

RESTOCK ALERT!
Couldn't get more perfect... the beloved Imperfect Concepts leather journals are back at Atlas & B6 is here!

Have you noticed the Atlas Stationers nib on the inner corner of your Atlas-bought journals? What a beautiful embellishment!

We can't wait to see what journal

10/05/2026

💤🛏️ Who else is a little sleepy this Monday?

Ink: “Sleepy Burgundy” by Esterbrook xSakuradragob
Pen: TWSBI Vac 700R Iris

10/02/2026

It’s October!! Time for some spooky decor and lots of fun at Atlas! 🍂🎃

This year we’re excited to host a Gothic Script Workshop taking place this October 23rd, alongside smaller festivities on Halloween, October 31st!

Keep up with our socials and email newsletter for more information if you’re interested in joining us at Atlas this Halloween 🎃!

Address

227 W. Lake Street
Chicago, IL
60606

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+13127265261

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