Discover an Independent Black Owned Bookstore Near You
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6 Bookstores Found in Indiana
Akoma Books
936 Judson St.
Evansville, IN 47713
Store Hours: Wed through Fri 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Owner/Proprietor: Brittney “Aya” Odom
Phone: (812) 449-8593
Stored Opened in: 2015
We have been educating, empowering, and promoting cultural awareness through our unique selection of books, everyday products, programs, and services. Black literature with a variety of genres, Bath and body products, African art decor, and accessories.
Akoma Books Information Updated: 2022-07-22
Beyond Barcodes Bookstore
3139 E. 10th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46201
Store Hours: Sun & Mon Closed, Tue - Th 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Fri 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sat 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Owner/Proprietor: DeAndra Beard
Phone: (765) 201-0383
Stored Opened in:
Beyond Borders Language Learning Center provides language courses, including Spanish, Portuguese and English as a Second Language for all ages.
Beyond Barcodes Bookstore Information Updated: 2022-05-04
Black Worldschoolers Mobile Bookstore
Indianapolis, IN
Store Hours:
Owner/Proprietor: Natalie Pipkin
Phone:
Stored Opened in: 2022
We exist to provide access and awareness to Black stories worldwide while creating excitement and engagement around reading. Our one-of-a-kind bookstore-on-wheels is available for private and community events, offering a unique literary experience that connects people with stories that celebrate Black life, heritage, and joy.
Black Worldschoolers Mobile Bookstore Information Updated: 2025-07-17
Brain Lair Bookstore
714 E Jefferson Blvd
South Bend, IN 46617
Store Hours: Wed - Fri 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., and Sun 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. (Closed Mon & Tue)
Owner/Proprietor: Kathy M Burnette, Book Dean
Phone: 574-207-6514
Stored Opened in: 2018
“Read Globally. Connect Locally.”
Children and Teens bookstore focused on providing inclusive books.
Brain Lair Bookstore Information Updated: 2025-04-09
Loudmouth Books
212 E. 16th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Store Hours: Mon-Sat 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Owner/Proprietor: Leah Johnson
Phone: 317-492-9446
Stored Opened in: 2023
Loudmouth Books Information Updated: 2024-06-11
Ujamaa Community Bookstore
2424 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Store Hours: Mon to Fri 9 AM - 6 PM, Sat 10 AM - 5 PM, Sunday Closed
Owner/Proprietor: Brandon Cosby
Phone: (317) 925-4231
Stored Opened in: 2021
Named after one of the seven Kwanzaa principles, Ujamaa (meaning “cooperative economics”), we value sharing space, knowledge, and resources. We believe in solidarity and abolition, the hopeful idea that a better world is possible and we can create it together.
Ujamaa Community Bookstore Information Updated: 2025-07-02
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