WASHINGTON, DC SHOPS and GALLERIES
Washington, DC
Celestial Bodies Nutrition Center
DESCRIPTION: Celeste Chance, a competitive fitness guru has the latest in dietary supplements and recommended exercise for you; her center is located in the Old Post Office Pavilion
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-8p
ADDRESS: 1100 Pennsylvania Ave, NW MAP
PARKING: garage nearby
TRANSIT: Federal Triangle Metro Station
PHONE: 202-408-2639
WEBSITE: http://www.celbod.com
Great Zimbabwe USA
DESCRIPTION: Wonderful collection of Batiks from artists in Zimbabwe; pick-up a gift before you hop on the train; located in Union Station
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-9p, Noon-6p
ADDRESS: 50 Massachusetts Ave, NE MAP
PARKING: garage nearby, but transit is a better option
TRANSIT: Union Station Metro Station
PHONE: 202-489-8642
WEBSITE: http://www.thegreatzimbabweusa.com
Zawadi
DESCRIPTION:Traditional African art gallery and gift shop; also features exquisite home furnishings and attractive rare textiles
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 11:30a-7p, Sun 12p-5p
ADDRESS: 1524 U Street, NW MAP
PARKING: on street and nearby garage
TRANSIT: 3 blocks west of U Street-Civil War Memorial-Cardozo Metro Station
PHONE: 202-232-2214
WEBSITE: http://www.zawadidc.com
International Visions Gallery
DESCRIPTION: fine art gallery that exhibits promote multi-cultural original work by national and international artists; also presents special cultural events in dance, music, theater and the literary arts with the goal of becoming a geographical link between people, cultures, and beliefs
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Wed-Thu 11a-6p, Fri-Sat 11a-7p
ADDRESS: 2629 Connecticut Ave, NW MAP
PARKING: nearby garage
TRANSIT: Woodley Park-Zoo Metro Station
PHONE: 202-234-5112
WEBSITE: http://www.inter-visions.com
Trade Secrets
DESCRIPTION: boutique for African inspired clothing and accessories; occasionally hosts soulful readings and live jazz on Sundays
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 11a-7p, Sun Noon-6p
ADDRESS: 1515 U Street, NW MAP
PARKING: on street and a nearby garage
TRANSIT: 3 blocks west of U Street-Civil War Memorial-Cardozo Metro Station
PHONE: 202-667-0634
WEBSITE: http://www.thesecretsout.com
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
DESCRIPTION: sells books and videos by and about people of African descent; also a center for cultural expression, discussion and analysis of book signings and video signings by filmmakers
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: daily 8a–8p
ADDRESS: 2714 Georgia Avenue, NW MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: from Columbia Heights Metro Station, 3 blocks west on Irving Street, 5 really short blocks south on Georgia Ave
PHONE: 202-234-4755
WEBSITE: http://www.sankofastore.com
House of Khamit
DESCRIPTION: African/African American cultural shop. Created in 1982 by Bro. Mykiel Raufu-Bey, The House of Khamit specializes in jewelry designs, which are replicas of Gold (White and Yellow) jewelry first designed in Ancient Egypt over three to five thousand years ago
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 11a-7p
ADDRESS: 2822 Georgia Ave, NW MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: from Columbia Heights Metro Station, 3 blocks west on Irving Street, 4 really short blocks south on Georgia Ave
PHONE: 202-387-4163
WEBSITE: http://www.houseofkhamit.com
Blue Nile
DESCRIPTION: Located directley across the street from Howard University’s campus. Brother Duku has carried over 300 herbs and spices since 1977
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon–Fri 10:30a–6:30p, Sat 11a–6:30p
ADDRESS: 2826 Georgia Ave, NW MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: from Columbia Heights Metro Station, 3 blocks west on Irving Street, 4 really short blocks south on Georgia Ave
PHONE: 202-232-3535
WEBSITE: http://www.bluenilebotanicals.com
Seven Powers of Africa
DESCRIPTION: bookstore & boutique; specialties include African fabrics with a wide selection of large size clothes for men women & children
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 11a-7p
ADDRESS: 2906 Georgia Ave, NW MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: from Columbia Heights Metro Station, 3 blocks west on Irving Street, 3 really short blocks south on Georgia Ave
PHONE: 202-667-0681
WEBSITE: coming
Kobos
DESCRIPTION: boutique; African fashions and accessories for men, women and children
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 11a-7p
ADDRESS: 2444 18th Street, NW MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: from Woodley Park-Zoo-Adams Morgan Metro Station, 3 blocks east on Calvert Street, then 1 blok south on 18th Street
PHONE: 202-332-9580
WEBSITE: http://www.kobosclothiers.com
Attitude Exact
DESCRIPTION: Art, prints, sculptures, and paintings representing the African Diaspora; custom framing available
CREDIT CARDS: yes
PARKING: on street
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 11a-7p
ADDRESS: 739 8th Street, SE MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: from Eastern Market Metro Station, 3 blocks south
PHONE: 202-546-7186
WEBSITE: http://www.attitudexact.com
Sisterspace Books
DESCRIPTION: bookstore; over 90% of books, cards, and tapes reflect the vast literary experiences of African American women; includes the Fannie Lou Hamer Resource Center for thought-provoking discussions
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: TBD
ADDRESS: 3717 Georgia Avenue NW MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: Georgia Avenue Petworth Metro Station
PHONE: 202-829-9612
WEBSITE: http://www.sisterspacedc.com
Bowie, MD
Overdue Recognition Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION: Represents over 75 national and emerging African American artists via originals, fine art reproductions, serigraphs, Giclees, limited and open edition lithographs; known for hosting national artist events; located in Hill Top Plaza Mall
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 11a-8p, Sun Noon-6p
ADDRESS: 6816 Race Track Road MAP
PARKING: plenty on Mall premises
TRANSIT: no Metro Station nearby
PHONE: 866 726-8642 or 301-805-8812
WEBSITE: http://www.OverdueRecognition.com
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