Connect with us

Books

Marcus Books at 60, the Oldest Black Bookstore in the U.S.

You can check out the titles they have in stock by visiting https://www.marcusbooks.com/ The store is open Monday-Saturday from 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. and Sundays from 12:00-4:00 p.m.

Published

on

Image provided from Marcus Book Store Facebook page

Marcus Books is a Black-owned bookstore located at 3900 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609. Named for United Negro Improvement leader and author Marcus Garvey, the store was founded by Tuskegee College graduates Julian and Rae Richardson in 1960. In the ensuing decades they have sold books produced by Black, independent publishers, authors, poets, and artists and hosted talks by a who’s who of Black writers ranging from the late Toni Morrison, to Michael Eric Dyson and Sistah Soldier. There is a substantial collection of books for children as well. Online shopping is also available. You can check out the titles they have in stock by visiting https://www.marcusbooks.com/ The store is open Monday-Saturday from 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. and Sundays from 12:00-4:00 p.m.

Activism

Oakland Post: Week of March 11 -17, 2026

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of March 11 – 17, 2026

Published

on

To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.

Continue Reading

Activism

Oakland Post: Week of March 4 – 10, 2026

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of March 4 – 10, 2026

Published

on

To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.

Continue Reading

Activism

Oakland Post: Week of February 25 – March 3, 2026

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of – February 25 – March 3, 2026

Published

on

To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.

Continue Reading

Subscribe to receive news and updates from the Oakland Post

* indicates required

CHECK OUT THE LATEST ISSUE OF THE OAKLAND POST

ADVERTISEMENT

WORK FROM HOME

Home-based business with potential monthly income of $10K+ per month. A proven training system and website provided to maximize business effectiveness. Perfect job to earn side and primary income. Contact Lynne for more details: Lynne4npusa@gmail.com 800-334-0540

Facebook

Advice2 days ago

Financial Wellness and Mental Health: Managing Money Stress in College 

Activism2 days ago

Oakland Post: Week of March 11 -17, 2026

Advice4 days ago

Women & Wealth: Tips for Navigating Your Lifelong Financial Journey

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

COMMENTARY: Women of Color Shape Our Past and Future

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

Woman’s Search for Family’s Roots Leads to Ancestor John T. Ward – A Successful Entrepreneur and Conductor on the Underground Railroad

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

Advocates Raise Alarm Over ICE Operation, MOU and Detention Risks in Baltimore County

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

Pete Buttigieg to Join Mayor Randall Woodfin for Community Town Hall in Birmingham

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

WATCH: Week One – NNPA’s “Leadership Matters” Video Series

Activism2 weeks ago

Oakland Post: Week of March 4 – 10, 2026

#NNPA BlackPress2 weeks ago

OP-ED: NNPA Launches 2026 “Leadership Matters” Video Series

#NNPA BlackPress2 weeks ago

PRESS ROOM: PMG and Cranbrook Horizons-Upward Bound Launch Journey Fellowship Cohort 2

#NNPA BlackPress2 weeks ago

Los Angeles Summit Brings Together Leaders to Tackle Poverty and Affordability

#NNPA BlackPress2 weeks ago

Civil Rights TV Launches 24/7 Network Focused on Black History, Education and Equity

#NNPA BlackPress2 weeks ago

REVIEW: The Ultimate Hot Girl Summer Getaway: Sunseeker Resort Florida

#NNPA BlackPress2 weeks ago

COMMENTARY: How You Stop a Prescription Medicine is as Important as How You Start 

Trending

Copyright ©2021 Post News Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.