Black English Bookstore
Address: 401 E Oak Avenue, Tampa, FL 33602
Phone: (813) 477-9995
Official Website: hbculegacyproject.com
Hours:
Wednesday – Saturday: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
About: Black English Bookstore is a vibrant, community-oriented bookstore in Tampa Heights that elevates Black-authored voices, HBCU alumni, and banned or marginalized literature. Its shelves are curated with care: while books are its core, you can also find puzzles, art, notecards, and gifts that support both creativity and culture. The puzzles they stock tend to be thoughtfully selected, not mass market, but ones that match the store’s aesthetic and mission. With a warm, intimate space and small-batch offerings, it feels like a place you could browse for meanings, discovery, and something special to take home. Whether you're gifting or just want to slow down with a tactile, thoughtful puzzle, this bookstore provides that offbeat, meaningful option.
Photo Source: https://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2023/11/27/new-black-owned-bookstore-opens-in-tampa
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