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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
- Fri, Mar 29Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféMar 29, 2024, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAMar 29, 2024, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAJoin us for a special morning event! Lehigh University and students in the course Ain't I A__? Black Identity and Gender Politics is excited to host a public community lecture with Dr. Kris Marsh, Professor of Sociology at the University of Maryland, College Park.
- Multiple DatesFri, Mar 29WashingtonMar 29, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PMWashington, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Wed, Apr 03Sankofa Video Books & CaféApr 03, 2024, 6:30 PMSankofa Video Books & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Sat, Apr 06Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféApr 06, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Sun, Apr 07Sankofa Video & BooksApr 07, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMSankofa Video & Books, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Sat, Apr 13Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféApr 13, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Sat, Apr 13Sankofa Video & BooksApr 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMSankofa Video & Books, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- Sat, Apr 27Sankofa Video, Books, & CaféApr 27, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PMSankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
- 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.
- 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?
- 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
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Our Hours
The Bookstore is open 10am - 8pm everyday.
Sankofa Cafe is now open 8am - 10pm .
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