Brooklyn, NY

Clinton Hill Simply Art & Framing Gallery
DESCRIPTION: Their specialty is African-American, Caribbean, Latin American original artwork and prints; also well known for their art collector quality framing
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 11a-7p
ADDRESS: 583 Myrtle Ave  MAP
TRANSIT: near G subway line
PHONE: 718-857-0074
WEBSITE: none

Carol's Daughter
DESCRIPTION: The Heritage store for this popular bath and body boutique in the Fort Greene district developed by Lisa Price
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-8p, Sun 11a-6p
ADDRESS: 1 South Elliott Place  MAP
TRANSIT: near G subway line
PHONE: 718-596-1862
WEBSITE: http://www.carolsdaughter.com

Clinton Hill Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION: An upscale gallery of original paintings and vases from national recognized and emerging artists from the African Diaspora
DAYS & HOURS: Thu-Fri 4p-8p, Sat 3p-9p, Sun 1p-3p
ADDRESS: 154 Vanderbilt Ave  MAP
TRANSIT: near G subway line
PHONE: 718-852-0227
WEBSITE: none

Lewis Gallery
DESCRIPTION: Quality work from up and coming artists; framing, seriographs and prints should also keep bargain hunters content; the gallery sponsors an African American Art Expo each year
DAYS & HOURS: Wed 11a-6p, Thu-Sat 11a-7p, Sun Noon-5p
ADDRESS: 411 Lewis Ave  MAP
TRANSIT: near C subway line
PHONE: 718-624-8372
WEBSITE: none

A&B Bookstores
DESCRIPTION: Look no further for African American fiction novels
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 9:30a-7p
ADDRESS: 223 Duffield Street MAP
TRANSIT: near 2 & 3 subway lines
PHONE: 718-783-7808
WEBSITE: none

Cris Creations
DESCRIPTION: Custom tailored African and African American garments for men, women and children
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 11a-7:30p, Sun Noon-6p
ADDRESS: 645 Vanderbilt Ave MAP
TRANSIT: near B, Q, 2 & 3 subway lines
PHONE: 718-783-6420
WEBSITE: none

ShopTalk & Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION: artist gallery with studio space that houses Brooklyn Young Filmmakers workshops; emphasize urban art styles that include graffiti art, pop art, experimental art, book art, multimedia shows and traditional paintings
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 5p-9p, Sat-Sun 11a-11p
ADDRESS: 35 Lafayette Avenue  MAP
TRANSIT: A,C, 2, 3, 4 & 5 subway lines
PHONE: 718-498-5330
WEBSITE: none

The General Greene
DESCRIPTION: a grocery and organic restaurant emphasis on local produce reservations required small parties of only 6-8
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 8a-11p, Sat 9a-11p, Sun 9a-10p
ADDRESS: 229 Dekalb Avenue  MAP
TRANSIT: near G subway line
PHONE: 718-222-1510
WEBSITE: http://www.thegeneralgreene.com

Courtney Washington Fashion Studio
DESCRIPTION: high end ladies boutique one of several national locations
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Fri 11a-7p, Sat 11a-8p, Sun 11a-6p
ADDRESS: 674 Fulton Street  MAP
TRANSIT: near A & C subway lines
PHONE: 718-852-6899
WEBSITE: http://www.courtneywashingtonstore.com

 

B2 Gear
DESCRIPTION: clothing boutique run by high school students as part of their business lab classes; super trendy, but a good way to support youth entrepreneurs
DAYS & HOURS: Daily 1p-8p

ADDRESS: 777 Fulton Street  MAP

TRANSIT: near A & C subway lines
PHONE: 718-643-1860

WEBSITE: none

 

Moshood
DESCRIPTION: A Nigerian clothing store that augments traditional African clothing with urban American style

DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-8p, Sun Noon-7p
ADDRESS: 698 Fulton Street  MAP

TRANSIT: near A & C subway lines
PHONE: 718-243-9433

WEBSITE: http://shop.afrikanspirit.com

 

Habana Outpost
DESCRIPTION: An outdoor market runs on Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 8pm, also does seasonal movie screenings; also features a franchise in Soho Manhattan, Malibu, CA

DAYS & HOURS:  Mon, Wed-Sun 12p-12a
ADDRESS: 757 Fulton Street, Suite A  MAP

TRANSIT: near C & G subway lines
PHONE: 718- 858-9500

WEBSITE: http://www.cafehabana.com

Roy Greenridge Gallery
DESCRIPTION: Housed in a Brooklyn brownstone, it features a private collection of functional artwork by Mr. Greenridge and of other community artists
DAYS & HOURS: CLOSED
ADDRESS: 685 South Elliot Place MAP
TRANSIT: near G & C subway lines
PHONE: n.a
WEBSITE: none

4 W Circle of Art
DESCRIPTION: Fine clothing for men and women by top African American designers; more than a retail store... an experience in Ujamaa, 4W is a retail cooperative that provides an opportunity for home-based businesses to have a presence in a retail setting with support from each other; since 1991 they have sublet space to many artists of color who have gone on to open their own galleries
DAYS & HOURS: CLOSED
ADDRESS: 704 Fulton Street  MAP
TRANSIT: near C subway line
PHONE: n.a
WEBSITE: none

Queens, NY

 

Anita's Gift Emporium
DESCRIPTION: Inside Jamaica Market one finds this emporium of Afrocentric brooms and bridal registry, party favors, bed & bath items and many unique gifts
DAYS & HOURS: Closed?
ADDRESS: 15915 Jamaica Ave  MAP
TRANSIT: near G & C subway lines
PHONE: 718-291-6733
WEBSITE: none

 

Simply Marvelous Art About Us
DESCRIPTION: If you need a historic or cultural poster at the right price, this is your place; Marvin Scruggs co-owns this print and poster art gallery featuring works from a variety of artists, such as Charles Bibbs, and noted photographers; the wide selection of historic photographic posters alone make it worth a visit
DAYS & HOURS: CLOSED
ADDRESS: 159-15 Jamaica Ave in Jamaica Market  MAP
TRANSIT: near E, J & Z subway lines
PHONE: n.a
WEBSITE: none

Afrikan Bookstreet
DESCRIPTION: A selection of history, health, business, politics, religion and fiction titles; also features a braiding salon
DAYS & HOURS: CLOSED
ADDRESS: 92-06 148th Street  MAP
TRANSIT: near E, J & Z subway lines
PHONE: n.a.
WEBSITE: none