Black-Owned Bookstore in Brooklyn
Nicholas Brooklyn is a Black-owned apothecary and bookstore at 1396 Fulton St, Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, NY 11216, with hundreds of titles on Afrocentric history, Black consciousness, spirituality and self-knowledge. Open Monday to Saturday 10 am to 7 pm and Sunday 12 pm to 7 pm. Call(718) 858-4400. We ship nationwide.
A few of the titles on our shelves
The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Book)$16.95
The African Origin of Civilization:Myth or Reality: Myth or Reality (Paperback) by: Cheikh Anta Diop$16.95
Nile Valley Contributions to Civilization (Exploding the Myths) by: Anthony T. Browder (Author)$25.00
Stolen Legacy$12.95
Introduction to African Civilizations$17.95
My Life in Search of Africa by John Henrik Clarke$15.95
They Came Before Columbus: The African Presence in Ancient America$23.00
Destruction of Black Civilization: Great Issues of a Race from 4500 B.C. to 2000 A.D. (Book)$19.95
African Origins of the Major World Religions (Paperback) by: by Amon Saba Saakana$19.95
The Philosophy and Opinions of Marcus Garvey: Or, Africa for the Africans$24.95
Message to the People: The Course of African Philosophy (On Grenada) by: Marcus Garvey (Author), Tony Martin (Editor), Charles L. James (Designer)$14.95Our books
The books sit alongside the herbs and oils at the same address on Fulton Street. Browse the fullbooks page by title, or come in and talk it over at the counter.
On the shelves you will find ancient Egyptian and African history, writing by Marcus Garvey, work on the African presence in the Americas, and spiritual and self-knowledge titles. The ones above are a small sample. Reading about the store itself? Start with fifty years on Fulton Street.
1396 Fulton St, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, NY 11216. Monday to Saturday 10 am to 7 pm, Sunday 12 pm to 7 pm. More on our visit page.
Bookstore in Brooklyn: Questions
Where is a Black-owned bookstore in Brooklyn?
Nicholas Brooklyn, a Black-owned apothecary and bookstore, is at 1396 Fulton St in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, NY 11216. It has been open since 1974. We are open Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 7 pm and Sunday from 12 pm to 7 pm.
What kinds of books do you sell?
Our shelves focus on Afrocentric history, Black consciousness, spirituality and self-knowledge. You will find titles on ancient Kemet, African civilizations, Marcus Garvey and the African presence in the Americas. The selection changes, so browse the books page or call before you visit.
Are you only a bookstore?
No. Nicholas Brooklyn is also an apothecary. Alongside the books we sell herbs and teas, incense, fragrance body oils, candles and natural body care. Many customers come for a book and leave with incense or tea, and the team is glad to help with any of it.
Can I order these books online?
Yes. Everything on our books page can be ordered online, and Nicholas Brooklyn ships nationwide. The shipping policy page explains the rates and timing. If you live nearby, you are also welcome to browse the shelves in person.
Where can I find a Black-owned bookstore in Brooklyn?
If you are in or near Bed-Stuy, we are at 1396 Fulton St. Use the Get Directions button on this page for the route from where you are. Walk-ins are welcome during store hours, and you can call (718) 858-4400 to ask whether a title is on the shelf.
Can I find out if a particular title is in stock?
The books page shows what is available to order online right now. To ask whether a title is on the shelf in the store today, call (718) 858-4400 during opening hours and ask the team.