We're Moving!
Visible Voice Books is moving to 4601 Lorain Ave. in Ohio City. We’ll reopen in this new location Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The last day of business at the current location at 2258 Professor Ave. in Tremont was Sunday, September 14, 2025.
Visible Voice’s new location has been completely renovated and designed for the bookstore’s exclusive use. This new first-floor location will also expand the bookstore’s footprint from 1,100 sq. ft. to 6,000 sq. ft.
The additional space will enable Visible Voice to:
Triple its book inventory/offerings of both new and used books
Add a café offering specialty coffee and espresso drinks, non-alcoholic beverages, pastries, snacks, small plates, fresh salads, and sandwiches
Add a full-service bar
Add a 150-capacity stage to host local and national music of all genres, as well as writers and speakers
Allow for a warmly lit, comfortable mezzanine area conducive to relaxing, working, studying, or diving into a book you just found on the expanded shelves while enjoying food and beverages
Offer 3 separate/conference rooms that can accommodate 6 to 20 people
THE HIGHLANDS
The bookstore’s move into this new location will complete the development of what will be called “The Highlands” (a nod to a Bob Dylan song) that will consist of 2 buildings.
LORAIN THEATER
Visible Voice’s new location was previously occupied by the Lorain Theater which operated from 1923 until approximately 1970. Since then, it has had a number of uses but was in extreme disrepair when it was purchased. Redevelopment efforts were led by architect Lucas Staib from AODK Architecture and Engelke Construction Solutions. In the course of redevelopment, extremely interesting architectural fixtures and art that had been hidden away for at least 50 to 70 years were discovered, and these historical details have been incorporated into the redevelopment effort
The decision to move out of Tremont was not easily made. “All of the Visible Voice employees love Tremont,” said Dave Ferrante, owner. “Two of us live in the neighborhood. In my opinion, Tremont has never lost its uniqueness or charm. In fact, it’s still one of the most interesting, fun, and beautiful neighborhoods in the city. I am glad I have been located here for so many years and I’m thankful for the support of the neighborhood.” .
Visible Voice Books has been in Tremont since it first opened in 2007. Since then, it has occupied two locations in the neighborhood. “The opportunities that arose from the additional size and unique architectural details of the new location will allow us to greatly enhance our offerings and programming,” continued Ferrante. “It’s been something I’ve envisioned for years, and the new store will be something very special that I hope the entire city can enjoy. I’d also like to point out that the location is only 1.7 miles from Tremont. Hell, you can even walk it.”