Thank you Mr. Kennedy for accommodating us in your store as well as telling us the history behind the store and the community.
March 2021
Great place for good conversation and great reading material
March 2020
Great place for good conversation and great reading material. This place is a much needed jewel in the city of Saint Louis. I go shop with them as much as possible. I love this place and the staff!!
**Progressive Emporium is a premier Black bookstore, cultural and wellness center that offers a wide range of African inspired books, wellness products, services and activities.
**If you are looking for African imports, Black books (adult and children) greeting cards, games, calendars, DVDs, handcrafted art, RBG flags, clothing/cloth, household items, Kwanzaa display sets, tees/sweatshirts and more.
**Our holistic products are the most favored of the patrons. We offer organic foods, snacks, spices, juices, holistic teas and more. Personal care products include essential oils, Castille soap, toothpaste, incense, candles, divination tools, etc.
**Our purpose is cultural education. our motto is “Each one, teach one.”