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Sister's Uptown Bookstore

9.2 • Book store
🏘️ Local Spot
📚 Bookstore
🏛️ Historical Sites
Energetic
👩‍💼 Woman Owned
💎 Classy
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kid Friendly
🎯 Authentic
🛋️ Cozy
🎨 Eclectic
📚 Reading Spot
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Independent bookstore offers an eclectic mix of books, African art, and local crafts. Atmosphere feels like a cultural oasis with thought-provoking programming and a strong focus on Black history and writers. Presence of the owner adds warm energy that shapes a welcoming community space.
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People are saying

"This bookstore is a beautiful, independent community hub."

"I love this local spot for supporting community bookstores and events."

Good to know

1

Sisters Bookstore hosts storytelling events on Tuesdays at 2 PM once a month.

2

Regular readings feature local and well-known poets and novelists.

3

The bookstore is the only Black-owned bookstore in Manhattan.

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Sister's Uptown Bookstore
9.2
1942 Amsterdam Ave, New York, New York, United States
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