30 Brattle Street ~ Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 547-1230

For the Fine Art of Writing ~

Welcome 2026! The joy and peace of writing and drawing endure, requiring only comfortable instruments and a brief moment of inspiration. Restock your favorite pens and papers, or explore new ones to help you express yourself and connect.

Celebrate our 95th year providing the best in paper and writing instruments to Harvard Square and beyond. Throughout the year, we will offer special Bob Slate merch to mark the auspicious occasion, and hope you will join us in celebrating. Write on!

Pen_OMAS_Paragon Arco Celluloid Bronze & Green v3.JPG

Pen_Pelikan_Souveran M800 40th Anniversary.jpg

In the Heart of Harvard Square since 1930

Since 1930, Bob Slate Stationer has provided an immersive analog experience of distinctive writing papers and instruments, backed by expert consultative staff, located in the heart of iconic and literary Harvard Square. Our highly-curated collections are sourced worldwide, and include well-known global brands as well as independently-sourced artisanal products. Our designs range from refined, museum-store styles to the whimsical and humorous. Our broad offerings help you express your personal style, whether you are journaling, sketching, planning & organizing, giving gifts, or sending greetings across the miles. Make Harvard Square your destination for a unique and quirky stationery experience!

Calendar of Events

Appointments are requested for personalized stationery, sign and rubber stamp orders. Please call the store to schedule so that we can be sure that staff are available to help you.

SATURDAY, MARCH 20: Appointments are available with the OMAS pen representative to preview and preorder the 2026 Limited Edition Paragon #150625.

MAY 7 - 17: The 2026 Kaweco Do-It-Yourself event allows you to make your own Kaweco Sport fountain pen using the actual presses from the factory in Germany. The 2026 color is a fantastic glow-in-the-dark green, and is available ONLY at the in-store DIY event. Available all day during the event’s 10 days. Stop by and make YOUR pen!

New & Notable Product Releases

2026 Moleskine Year of the Fire Horse Special Editions: in stock now!

2026-27 Academic Planners: Arriving mid- to end of April

2026 St. Patrick’s Day Cards: In stock now!

2026 Easter Cards: In stock now for April 5!

Our Collections

Our collections span the breadth of stationery product categories to support all of your creative writing and gift-giving activities. The common themes behind our curated selections are well-priced quality and functionality, spiced with Harvard Square quirkiness and often vintage vibes. We invite you to unplug and explore the joys of thinking with your hands!