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.

When we say A.Schwab has carried a little bit of everything throughout the years..We once sold portable baptismal fonts....
09/04/2026

When we say A.Schwab has carried a little bit of everything throughout the years..We once sold portable baptismal fonts.

Memphis Memories: In 1960 Elvis Presley and singer Anita Wood enjoyed a ride called 'The Rocket' at the Memphis Fairgr...
09/02/2026

Memphis Memories: In 1960 Elvis Presley and singer Anita Wood enjoyed a ride called 'The Rocket' at the Memphis Fairgrounds Amusement Park in an after-midnight gathering. Elvis rented the park from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. and invited about 75 friends.

Advertisement for the fragrance Florida Water. The fragrance contains the essence of various herbs, orange, lemon and va...
09/01/2026

Advertisement for the fragrance Florida Water. The fragrance contains the essence of various herbs, orange, lemon and various citrus components. Originally sold as a cologne, Florida Water is used in many African traditional religions and the practice of Hoodoo as a spiritual cleanser.

Beale Street Monster Club Presents: Bigfoot on Beale Mini Museum of Cryptid History and Folklore is now!!! Tours are ava...
08/31/2026

Beale Street Monster Club Presents: Bigfoot on Beale Mini Museum of Cryptid History and Folklore is now!!! Tours are available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Exhibit runs from August 31st - September 25th, 2026.

Memphis Memories: This is a 1940 Chicago & Southern Airlines (C&S) advertisement out of Memphis. The airline merged with...
08/30/2026

Memphis Memories: This is a 1940 Chicago & Southern Airlines (C&S) advertisement out of Memphis. The airline merged with Delta airlines in 1953.

Memphis Memories: The Godfather of Soul James Brown performed at the Mid-South Coliseum in July of 1974.
08/28/2026

Memphis Memories: The Godfather of Soul James Brown performed at the Mid-South Coliseum in July of 1974.

Memphis Memories: A letter to the Mid-South Coliseum for Elvis tickets in 1977. Courtesy of DIG Memphis, Memphis Public ...
08/27/2026

Memphis Memories: A letter to the Mid-South Coliseum for Elvis tickets in 1977. Courtesy of DIG Memphis, Memphis Public Libraries

Beale Street Memories: WDIA legendary announcer Nat D. Williams in an advertisement for Peptikon, a medicinal tonic popu...
08/27/2026

Beale Street Memories: WDIA legendary announcer Nat D. Williams in an advertisement for Peptikon, a medicinal tonic popular in the 1940’. Peptikon was the first sponsor of B.B. King’s radio job on WDIA.

Remembering Dolly and her amazing legacy
08/26/2026

Remembering Dolly and her amazing legacy

Memphis, TN has officially been ranked the #1 Road Trip Destination in the U. S. by Travel + Leisure!!!
08/24/2026

Memphis, TN has officially been ranked the #1 Road Trip Destination in the U. S. by Travel + Leisure!!!

Address

163 Beale Street
Memphis, TN
38103

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+19015239782

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