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Since '98
Founded by Shirikiana and Haile Gerima and named after the internationally acclaimed film SANKOFA they produced. It's symbol, the Sankofa Bird, looks backward constantly checking as she moves into the future.
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe is liberated territory that hopes to be a place where thoughtful consideration of the past and future can take place via books, films, and programming particularly generated by and about people of African Descent.
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Upcoming Events
- Wed, May 08Sankofa Video Books & CafeMay 08, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PMSankofa Video Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAMay 08, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PMSankofa Video Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAAfrican Communities Together (ACT) provides free immigration legal services to income eligible African immigrants who are DC residents. Join us as we discuss reasons for case delays and what you can do to make progress!
- Thu, May 09Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféMay 09, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Fri, May 10Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféMay 10, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAMay 10, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAJoin us for another amazing screening! Deep Currents is a 5 movement audiovisual art piece (a true collaboration between Seaux Chill & David McKissic) celebrating the past, present, and future of Black Indianapolis.
- Multiple DatesSat, May 11WashingtonMay 11, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMWashington, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Sat, May 11Sankofa Video & BooksMay 11, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PMSankofa Video & Books, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAMay 11, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PMSankofa Video & Books, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USADo you want to know what it means to truly love and cultivate healthier relationships? Are your current beliefs about love holding you back from fulfilling relationships? What if “All About Love” can unlock the secrets to healthier relationships?
- Sun, May 12Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféMay 12, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAMay 12, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAHappy Nappy Storytelling is back at it again with another amazing children's event! We've got the authors of the Neo & Nubia series, Chinwe Onyeagoro and Oby Onyeagoro ready to read aloud! You don't want to miss this!
- Sat, May 18Sankofa Video & BooksMay 18, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PMSankofa Video & Books, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAMay 18, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PMSankofa Video & Books, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAHave you ever felt the weight of unsaid words, unvalidated emotions, or dismissed experiences in your dynamic with your father? Are you curious about how these moments impacted your well-being? Join this bibliotherapy event with licensed professionals!
- Sun, May 19Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféMay 19, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Thu, May 23Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféMay 23, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Sun, May 26Sankofa Video & BooksMay 26, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMSankofa Video & Books, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Multiple DatesFri, May 31WashingtonMay 31, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PMWashington, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Tue, Jun 04Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféJun 04, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Sat, Jun 15Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféJun 15, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAJun 15, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAWe're excited to host the DC Launch of the latest publication from authors, Hoke S. Glover III and V. Efua Prince; Crazy as Hell: The Best Little Guide to Black History! Hoke and Dr. Prince will be in conversation with Dr. Greg Carr, of Howard University!
- Date and time is TBDSankofa Video, Books, & CaféDate and time is TBDSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
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The Bookstore is open 10am - 8pm everyday.
Sankofa Cafe is now open 8am - 10pm .
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