Store trades in variety

Lois Adams, Eccentrix´s buyer, travels across the country to buy items for the store.

Bill Shepherd

Lois Adams, Eccentrix´s buyer, travels across the country to buy items for the store.

Many businesses have a style that will set them apart from all the rest.

This is the case for one recently opened Joplin store.

Eccentrix, located on East 32nd Street, has a variety of merchandise to offer its customers.

“We’re more than a bookstore,” said Ben Campbell, manager of Eccentrix. “We have something for everyone.”

It offers a large selection of books, music and movies, but that is not all. The store offers a large selection of antiques as well as Native American artwork. Located in the back of the store is an art gallery, featuring local artists such as Bob Tommey.

A retro department featuring vintage clothing from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s is also located in the store.

Ron Erwin, owner of Eccentrix, decide to open the store after selling the Bookbarn. His main focus in opening the store was to concentrate on great customer service.

He made sure the staff was experienced. The employees are experts in their areas, such as books, music, artwork, etc.

“Customer service is one thing that we have over other stores,” Campbell said.

Many customers appreciate what Eccentrix has to offer.

“Eccentrix is a great place with selectism,” said Ken Daniel, Joplin resident. “It is not mainstream. Where else can I find the movie Initial D?”

“They have a very great selection; it’s easy to find what you are looking for.”

Many customers might agree the prices are competitive with other stores.