PRE-MOTHER'S DAY ARTISAN MARKETPLACE HOSTED BY BZB

Schedule

Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

119 Raleigh St SE | Washington, DC

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THE BZB PRE-MOTHER’S DAY MARKETPLACE
May 2–3 | 11 AM – 6 PM

Come shop, vibe, and experience something different.

We’re bringing together 15+ Black-owned brands and creatives — from bold fashion and handcrafted jewelry to skincare, original art, and meaningful gifts you won’t find anywhere else. Just in time to find something special for Mom… or yourself.

This isn’t just a marketplace — it’s a curated experience.

✨ Free and open to everyone
✨ Good music, great energy, and unique finds at every turn
✨ Perfect for Mother’s Day gifting, self-care, or a day out

Bring your mom, your aunties, your crew, your kids — or come solo and soak it all in.

Either way, you’re leaving with something beautiful.



LOCATION
Anacostia Art Gallery & Boutique
119 Raleigh St SE, Washington, DC 20032
[email protected] | 202-550-7060
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Juanita “Busy Bee” Britton is a dynamic entrepreneur, community-builder, and champion for culture, creativity, and connection. From her early days selling lemonade and goldfish as a child in Detroit to leading global business ventures, Juanita has always blended hustle with heart. She’s the founder of BZB International, Inc., and creator of the beloved BZB Holiday Gift & Art Show, one of the East Coast’s largest showcases for Black-owned businesses and artisans. With more than three decades of impact, her work has empowered hundreds of small retailers and reached over 165,000 customers.

Her reach extends far beyond commerce — through her Random Acts Foundation, Juanita spreads kindness around the world. Her work in Ghana, where she was enstooled as a Queen Mother, focuses on education, empowerment, and economic development. Known for her business brilliance, cultural vision, and commitment to service, Juanita is a storyteller, mentor, and connector who brings people together with purpose and joy. Whether she’s hosting, building, or giving back — she leads with love and leaves a legacy wherever she goes.

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119 Raleigh St SE, 119 Raleigh Street Southeast, Washington, United States

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