52 years of Uncle Hugo’s: A Minneapolis literary landmark

Name: 52 years of Uncle Hugo’s: A Minneapolis literary landmark
Uploaded: 2026-04-07T21:16:08Z
Duration: 13 min 41 s
Description: Uncle Hugo’s Bookstore in south Minneapolis is celebrating 52 years in business today. Known as the oldest independent science fiction bookstore in the country, the longtime literary landmark continues to draw readers from across Minnesota and beyond. Owner Don Blyly joins us to reflect on the store’s legacy and what keeps independent bookstores thriving.

FOX LOCAL Minneapolis · Apr 7, 2026 · 13m 41s

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Uncle Hugo’s Bookstore in south Minneapolis is celebrating 52 years in business today. Known as the oldest independent science fiction bookstore in the country, the longtime literary landmark continues to draw readers from across Minnesota and beyond. Owner Don Blyly joins us to reflect on the store’s legacy and what keeps independent bookstores thriving.