Bob Slate Stationer

Bob Slate Stationer is a Harvard Square stationery store specializing in fine writing papers and instruments, from fountain pens and inks to journals, planners and greeting cards. Its collections are sourced worldwide and mix well-known global brands with independently made artisanal goods, in styles that range from refined, museum-shop designs to the whimsical and humorous. The shop serves people who journal, sketch, plan, send letters or shop for gifts.

Since 1930 the store has served Harvard, MIT, Cambridge and greater Boston, and it is celebrating its 95th year with special merchandise. The staff offer consultative help on personalized stationery design, pen and ink technology, paper specifications and sourcing hard-to-find items, with returning staff bringing more than 80 years of combined experience. In-store events have included a Kaweco do-it-yourself fountain pen event and free initial embossing on Leuchtturm1917 journals.

What to Know

• Appointments are requested for personalized stationery, sign and rubber stamp orders.
• The store stocks calendar-year planners from brands such as Hobonichi, Midori, Filofax, Quo Vadis and Leuchtturm1917.
• Bob Slate has had a table at the Commonwealth Pen Show.
• Special editions such as Moleskine’s Alice in Wonderland line have been stocked.