Los Angeles, CA

Gallery Plus
DESCRIPTION: Laura Hendrix has assembled an inspired collection of fine art lithographs and prints by Ernie Barnes and other notable artists; she also has a wide number of curio gifts; books by African American artists, historians, novelists, and child book authors; Tavis Smiley has been seen shopping here; always a joy to visit
DAYS & HOURS: Sun-Sat 10a-6:30p
ADDRESS: 4333 Degnan Blvd  MAP
PARKING: street & parking lot
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-296-2398
WEBSITE: coming soon

Africa By The Yard
DESCRIPTION: Boutique; carries authentic West African fabric, art, crafts, jewelry, incense and perfumes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-7p
ADDRESS: 4319 Degnan Blvd  MAP
PARKING: street & parking lot
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-291-1517
WEBSITE: none

Lucy Florence Gallery & Coffeehouse
DESCRIPTION: Twin brothers, Ron and Richard Harris lovingly decorated and transformed this coffeehouse into an art gallery and small cultural arts venue; weekly events include women’s discussion group Monday, men’s discussion group Tuesday, acoustic live music Wednesday; Actors & Writers workshop Thursday, poems Friday, evening jazz followed by DJ spinning Saturday, card party & gospel music Sunday; event nights require a $5 cover charge
DAYS & HOURS: Daily 11a-10p
ADDRESS: 5671 West Pico Blvd  MAP
PARKING: street & parking lot
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-293-1356
WEBSITE: http://www.lucyflorence.com

Sika
DESCRIPTION: A master jeweler and importer of fine handcrafted jewelry and African clothing; specializes in jewelry made of amber, cowry shells and silver
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sun 11a-7p
ADDRESS: 4330 Degnan Blvd  MAP
PARKING: street & parking lot
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-295-2502
WEBSITE: coming soon

Zambezi Bazaar
DESCRIPTION: African crafts & gifts, out of print African American and African literature; greeting cards, ethnic jewelry and Kwanzaa products; more than those things, this 2-story boutique is a place to unwind and connect with warm-spirited (no pun intended) people during their special events
DAYS & HOURS: Thu-Tue 11a-7p
ADDRESS: 4334 Degnan Blvd  MAP
PARKING: street & parking lot
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-299-6383
WEBSITE:

Eso Won Books
DESCRIPTION: A literary oasis for all things Afro-centric, the largest collection of Afrocentric reading materials under one roof; they have the best and most extensive Black author readings
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-7p, Sun 12p-5p
ADDRESS: 4331 Degnan Blvd  MAP
PARKING: street & parking lot
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-290-1048
WEBSITE: http://esowon.booksense.com

Hisam’s Urban Wear
DESCRIPTION: Harold Ingram features the best Urban Wear selection in the city with garments for men, women and children
DAYS & HOURS: Daily 10a-6:30p
ADDRESS: 4346 Degnan Blvd  MAP
PARKING: street & parking lot
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-299-0400
WEBSITE:

Cultural Interiors West

DESCRIPTION: Gail Hawkins shares her passion for art and interior design, by traveling throughout America and the Caribbean she collects a wide variety of unique art and home décor items

DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 11a-7p, Sat 11a-6p, Sun 11-5p

ADDRESS: 3341 43rd Street  MAP

PARKING: on street

PHONE: 323-292-1500

WEBSITE: http://www.culturalinteriors.com

Baldwin Hills-Crenshaw Plaza
DESCRIPTION: $120 million shopping center that features a variety of shops and small business important to the community; soulful tenants include African Marketplace art gallery on the 2nd floor
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 10-9a, Sat 10a-8p, Sun 11a-6p
ADDRESS: 3650 West Martin Luther King Blvd  MAP
PARKING: on premises
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-290-6636
WEBSITE: http://www.crenshawplaza.com

Dawah Book Store
DESCRIPTION: Islamic books and magazines are the main reason to visit; many patrons also come for arguably, the widest range oils and incense in Los Angeles
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-7p
ADDRESS: 4711 Crenshaw Blvd  MAP
PARKING: on premises
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-299-0335
WEBSITE: http://www.dawahbooks.com

CJ’s Elegance
DESCRIPTION: A sistah’s best friend here since 1969; the fashions are perfect for fine dining and formal occasions; come in for a custom fitting
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 11a-6p
ADDRESS: 4446 West Slauson Ave  MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-299-1141
WEBSITE:

Africana Imports
DESCRIPTION: African fashions and gifts for all occasions; they perform custom fittings on the premises and rush service is usually available
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 11-7p
ADDRESS: 4442 West Slauson Ave  MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-294-8151
WEBSITE:

African Color Scheme
DESCRIPTION: boutique
DAYS & HOURS: closed
ADDRESS: 4341 Degnan Blvd

Ahneva Ahneva
DESCRIPTION: Beautiful African inspired original fashions designed by equally beautiful and tall Ahneva; her motto is “wear your culture”; her custom fashions have been featured in Upscale magazine, African American Women on Tour and are worn by many celebrities
DAYS & HOURS: CLOSED
ADDRESS: 3419 West 43rd Place  MAP

Urban Legends Stadium
DESCRIPTION: Pro sports legends, the Urban League and major sponsors like Nike are giving back to the community with a first rate sporting goods store; on special events a sports stars show up, including Kobe Bryant
DAYS& HOURS: CLOSED
ADDRESS: 8710 South Broadway  MAP

Sable Images
DESCRIPTION: Since 1992, Gail Deculus-Johnson has been at the vanguard of collecting unique Black Memorabilia in America; they share "the good, bad and ugly" depictions of African Americans, while unveiling their historical truth in rare, breath-taking collections
DAYS & HOURS: CLOSED; moved to a kiosk in Carson Mall
ADDRESS: 4343 Crenshaw Blvd, Suite 102  MAP
PARKING: street & parking lot
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-296-8665 or 323-293-1265
WEBSITE: http://www.sableimages.com

Santa Monica, CA

M. Hanks Gallery
DESCRIPTION: Eric Hanks presents an awesome collection of original painted works and limited editions by artists such as Palmer Hayden, Elizabeth Catlett, William Pajaud, Phoebe Beasley and many more; themes range from avante garde to conservative; even the vibe to this place feels right with lots of interesting angles to view fine art
DAYS & HOURS: Wed-Sat Noon-6p
ADDRESS: 3008 Main Street  MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 310-392-8820
WEBSITE: http://www.mhanksgallery.com

Inglewood, CA

Zahra’s Books & Things
DESCRIPTION: Sells exquisite Islamic items and African Americans books; combined with frequent author book signings, a wide range of print art and gift items, a shopping sistah can get real comfortable here
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-7p, Sun Noon-5p
ADDRESS: 900 North La Brea Ave  MAP
PARKING: on street
PHONE: 310-330-1300
WEBSITE: http://www.zahras.com

Hollywood, CA

Who’s That Lady
DESCRIPTION: Apparel boutique
DAYS & HOURS: closed
ADDRESS: 7280 Melrose Ave

Tha Mixx
DESCRIPTION: Reggae boutique
DAYS & HOURS: closed
ADDRESS: 7266 Melrose Ave

Burbank, CA

Artpeace Gallery
DESCRIPTION: fine art gallery;Owner-curator is Angela Robinson, is the wife of comedian John Witherspoon; this low-key, artsy place hosts lots of artist events and receptions; also has a gift shop; counts Nia Long, Sinbad, Kerry Washington, and Vanessa Williams as patrons
DAYS & HOURS: Wed-Sat Noon-5p and by appt
ADDRESS: 2317 West Magnolia Blvd  MAP
PARKING: on street
PHONE: 818-846-8688
WEBSITE: http://www.artpeacegallery.com