Kelechi African Authentics

Specialties

Kelechi African Authentics is the nation’s premier retailer of African art, Black art, Greek paraphrenalia, and Afro-​centric art. We provide the largest selection of authentic and one-​of-​a-​kind products that capture the beauty, creativity, and richness of African culture. We carry a full range of products from hand-​crafted wooden African masks, antiques, jewelry, natural beauty products, African music, African clothing, Black art, Afrocentric posters, framed Black art, Egyptian gifts, and Obama gifts.

History

Established in 1993.

Kelechi African Authentics is a family business that was founded in 1996 with the vision of becoming the number one retailer of African art. For the past sixteen years, this vision has become a reality with Kelechi African Authentics surpassing the success of any African store worldwide. Because of the business’ commitment to excellence, it has expanded from a kiosk to two store locations in the Washington, D.C. area. Kelechi African Authentic has received numerous accolades and national recognition for not only its superior line of products but also its philanthropic efforts that benefit African and local charities. Kelechi African Authentics has been featured in magazines and newspapers such as DeltaSky, LiveAfrique, The Gazette, and Washington Post and in the book, «The New African Americans.»