San Francisco Shops & Galleries
Authentic arts & crafts presented by the owner of African Outlet, San Francisco; (c) Soul Of America
African Outlet
DESCRIPTION: It features the finest selection of African culture and cargo in the San Francisco Bay Area! Choose from quality African masks, crafts, garments, rare jewelry, oils, incense, and unique memorabilia from Mother Africa at reasonable prices.
DAYS & HOURS: daily 10:30a-7p
ADDRESS: 4942 Third Street, San Francisco, CA MAP
RAPID TRANSIT: Muni Metro Third Street/Oakdale/Palou Station
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 415-864-3576
WEBSITE: https://www.instagram.com/theafricanoutlet415/
The Golden Hour
DESCRIPTION: Trendy garments, accessories, home decor items, stationery, gift cards, and an apothecary to make you feel welcome. They often feature nice discounts on sales over $75.
DAYS & HOURS: Tue–Sat 11a-6p
ADDRESS: 147 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA MAP
RAPID TRANSIT: none
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 415-7422-4266
WEBSITE: https://www.thegoldenhoursf.com
Museum of the African Diaspora Giftshop
DESCRIPTION: If time doesn’t permit you to visit the Fillmore District, the MoAD gift shop is the backup to choose from a modest number of Afrocentric books, crafts, memorabilia, and small gifts. The well-organized shop display is inviting for busy people after visiting the museum galleries or as a walk-in. Make any excuse to drop in.
DAYS & HOURS: Wed-Sat 11a-6p, Sun 12a-5p
ADDRESS: 685 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA MAP
RAPID TRANSIT: Muni Metro Convention Center Station
PARKING: garages nearby
PHONE: 415-358-7200
WEBSITE: https://www.moadsf.org
A wall-to-wall busy MoAD gift shop when it first opened; (c) Soul Of America
Just A Touch Christian Bookstore
DESCRIPTION: Looking for resources to help you revitalize your spiritual life, empower your preaching, invigorate your teaching, boost family fun, or motivate service? Browse through this bookstore for a fine selection of Bibles, Church supplies, cards, and related books.
DAYS & HOURS: Tue–Sat 10a-6:30p
ADDRESS: 5112 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA MAP
RAPID TRANSIT: Muni Metro Oakdale/Palou Station
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 415-822-3686
WEBSITE: https://justatouchchristianbookstore.wordpress.com
Ocean Cyclery San Francisco
DESCRIPTION: Opened in 1996, it is a premier source in the city for bicycle sales and repairs. They do custom bike builds in new & vintage styles. Purchase a gift card for friends or family.
DAYS & HOURS: Tue–Sat 11a-5p
ADDRESS: 1935 Ocean Avenue, San Francisco, CA MAP
RAPID TRANSIT: Muni Metro Ocean & Fairfield Station
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 415-239-5004
WEBSITE: https://www.oceancyclery.com
Marcus Books
DESCRIPTION: This family-owned company was the “Source” for Afrocentric books and author readings in San Francisco since 1960. The company is owned by Tamiko, Gregory, and Karen Johnson, co-founder Dr. Raye Richardson, and Blanche Richardson, who runs the Oakland store. Karen and Blanche are the daughters of Marcus Books founders Drs. Raye and Julian Richardson. The bookstore is named after Marcus Garvey and is beloved for hosting so many Black authors over the decades. They even sold our Soul Of Oakland/San Francisco guide maps. In 2016, a lease dispute shut its doors on 1712 Fillmore Street. Marcus Books reached a temporary agreement to reopen on the 1st floor of the African-American Arts & Culture Center on nearby 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco. Due to the shrinking business for independent bookstores, however, they have since consolidated as one bookstore in Oakland. Nevertheless, this location should be treated as a historic landmark for being the nation’s first independent, Black-owned bookstore.
ADDRESS: 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco, CA MAP
RAPID TRANSIT: none
PARKING: on-street
WEBSITE: https://www.marcusbooks.com