Sankofa Video Books & Cafe

Sankofa Video Books & Cafe Discover one of DC's best kept secrets! Stop by for some good reads, great eats, and espresso made t
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Housed inside the historic Sankofa Book Store on Georgia Ave. facing Howard University, we specialize in delicious eats, espresso made to perfection and all-fruit smoothies we have been told are the best in town. Check out our live music programming featuring some of the most promising talent from Howard music school as well as local and international artists.

08/23/2026

Join us for a screening of this powerful counter-narrative documentary that challenges the long-standing media distortion of Baltimore City—particularly the reductive, harmful image popularized by The Wire.

08/22/2026

Join us for a screening of this powerful counter-narrative documentary that challenges the long-standing media distortion of Baltimore City—particularly the reductive, harmful image popularized by The Wire.

08/17/2026

Join us at Sankofa for a screening of Man Gedelat (Who Killed Her?), a witty look at bureaucracy and everyday struggle featuring a special appearance by writer and lead actor Tekle Desta.

08/15/2026

Join us at Sankofa for a special screening of ATTACHED, followed by a community conversation with filmmaker Demetrius Sadler under the stars!

08/14/2026

Join us at Sankofa for a screening of Listen to Me, a documentary that explores the realities of birth, care and community through the lived experiences of Black women and birthing people, followed by a talk with the filmmakers, Stephanie Etienne and Kanika Harris.

08/09/2026

Join Haile Gerima and Sankofa Video & Books for an evening of artistic expression and protest!

08/09/2026

Join us for Gyzelle Garcia's third iteration of LO QUE DIJO LA GITANA, an unforgetable blend of original storytelling, poetry, and music.

08/03/2026

Join us as we gather to discuss community-centered independent archival practices with Janaina Olivera.

07/27/2026

Join us as we gather to discuss community-centered independent archival practices.

07/27/2026

A community gathering to share and reflect on powerful stories of conflict, resilience, and hope from Sudan. Come together to listen, learn, and connect. Performance by Hassan Mubarak!

Address

2714 Georgia Avenue NW
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

Telephone

+12022344755

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