Shopping

Located at the Worcester Antiquarian Society, the Ben Franklin Book Store (21 Salem St., 508/753-8685, www.benfranklinbookstore.com [1]) has dozens of cases full of rare, out-of-print, and first edition books. Among other subjects, the store specializes in history, music, and psychology.

A browser’s paradise of antiques and collectibles, the Kelley Square Flea Market (149 Washington St., 508/755-9040) is an indoor emporium with booths operated by some 150 members.