A. Schwab

A. Schwab "If you can't find it at Schwab's, you're better off without it." In 1876, Jewish immigrant Abraham Schwab opened a store on Beale Street. A.
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Over its 136-year history, A. Schwab has become a Memphis institution, beloved by many generations. An authentic mercantile experience still greets visitors from around the world. Children of all ages enjoy an assortment of old-fashioned delights. Schwab’s original hardwood floors, antique pine display tables (built in the alley behind Beale), old-school merchandise, and rich family history make it one of a kind.

Ever wonder what the future has in store for you? Now you can with the help of the Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Cards! In...
03/20/2025

Ever wonder what the future has in store for you? Now you can with the help of the Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Cards! Includes a full deck of cards and instruction booklet. Perfect for those just beginning to learn the art of divination.

Come pick up a set to at the oldest spiritual supply store in Memphis or order a set today at: https://www.a-schwab.com/products/gypsy-witch-fortune-telling-cards

From our upcoming Hoodoo History and Folklife Museum. Spiritual powders from Sonny Boy in Alabama, Husco in Atlanta and ...
03/20/2025

From our upcoming Hoodoo History and Folklife Museum. Spiritual powders from Sonny Boy in Alabama, Husco in Atlanta and Oracle in New York.

The great Miles Davis on Beale
03/19/2025

The great Miles Davis on Beale

SIVAD, the "monster of ceremonies" and horror host, was Watson Davis, who entertained Memphis audiences on WHBQ-TV's "Fa...
03/18/2025

SIVAD, the "monster of ceremonies" and horror host, was Watson Davis, who entertained Memphis audiences on WHBQ-TV's "Fantastic Features" from 1962 to 1972, dressing as an undertaker and donning vampire makeup.

Xavion was a rock band from Memphis, Tennessee, that was active in the 1980s. They had the distinction of being the firs...
03/16/2025

Xavion was a rock band from Memphis, Tennessee, that was active in the 1980s. They had the distinction of being the first African-American rock group to appear on MTV. They are known for the singles "Get Me Hot" and "Eat Your Heart Out".

Step inside history when you visit A.Schwab
03/15/2025

Step inside history when you visit A.Schwab

We have new hours. We are now open Sunday through Wednesday 11:00-5:00 and Thursday through Saturday 11:00-8:00. Follow ...
03/14/2025

We have new hours. We are now open Sunday through Wednesday 11:00-5:00 and Thursday through Saturday 11:00-8:00. Follow your evening meal with some delicious ice cream from our soda fountain.

In 1881 Memphian Sarah White believed that a bag containing hair & lodestone was placed in her bed to cause harm. The ba...
03/13/2025

In 1881 Memphian Sarah White believed that a bag containing hair & lodestone was placed in her bed to cause harm. The bag was taken by White and a local rootworker to the Mississippi River where it was ritually thrown into the river to be destroyed.

Advertisement for A.Schwab above an ad for Keystone Laboratory. Keystone was one of several Memphis companies that manuf...
03/12/2025

Advertisement for A.Schwab above an ad for Keystone Laboratory. Keystone was one of several Memphis companies that manufactured spiritual supplies used in the Mid-South.

PeeWee’s Saloon on Beale. Opened in 1894 by Virgilio ‘PeeWee’ Maffei the saloon is remembered as the place where W.C. Ha...
03/11/2025

PeeWee’s Saloon on Beale. Opened in 1894 by Virgilio ‘PeeWee’ Maffei the saloon is remembered as the place where W.C. Handy wrote The Memphis Blues.

Rick Dees is an American radio personality, comedian, and actor. He is best known for hosting the nationally syndicated ...
03/10/2025

Rick Dees is an American radio personality, comedian, and actor. He is best known for hosting the nationally syndicated radio show "Rick Dees Weekly Top 40", a countdown show that played the top 40 hits in popular music. Dees became a significant figure in radio during the 1980s, and his career includes comedy, voice work, and television appearances. He is also known for the novelty song "Disco Duck," which was a big hit in 1976.

Big Star was an American rock band formed in 1971 in Memphis, Tennessee. The band's core lineup consisted of Alex Chilto...
03/09/2025

Big Star was an American rock band formed in 1971 in Memphis, Tennessee. The band's core lineup consisted of Alex Chilton (vocals, guitar), Chris Bell (vocals, guitar), Jody Stephens (drums), and Andy Hummel (bass).

Open for your weekend getaway                      ☀️
03/08/2025

Open for your weekend getaway

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Sweet treats available at our soda fountain
03/07/2025

Sweet treats available at our soda fountain

The popularity of the ‘numbers game’ led to the creation of several dream books which promised to provide number suggest...
03/06/2025

The popularity of the ‘numbers game’ led to the creation of several dream books which promised to provide number suggestions based on the reader’s dream interpretations. These were very popular in Memphis and A.Schwab continues to carry dream books in stock.

A.Schwab ad in the 1940 program for the Memphis Cotton Maker’s Jubilee
03/05/2025

A.Schwab ad in the 1940 program for the Memphis Cotton Maker’s Jubilee

The "Poor Man’s Store" was a popular establishment on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee, known for its affordability an...
03/04/2025

The "Poor Man’s Store" was a popular establishment on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee, known for its affordability and for catering to the local working-class population, particularly during the early to mid-20th century. It was a general store that sold a variety of items, including groceries, household goods, and inexpensive clothing.

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163 Beale Street
Memphis, TN
38103

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 12pm - 7pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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+19015239782

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