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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.

10/11/2026
On this day in 1970 The Memphis Press-Scimitar announced a concert by the Jackson 5 in October at the Mid-South Coliseum...
10/09/2026

On this day in 1970 The Memphis Press-Scimitar announced a concert by the Jackson 5 in October at the Mid-South Coliseum sponsored by WDIA radio.

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An A.Schwab ad from 1920 featuring the ‘Black and White’ array of products. The products were manufactured by the Plough...
10/08/2026

An A.Schwab ad from 1920 featuring the ‘Black and White’ array of products. The products were manufactured by the Plough Chemical Company in Memphis. The company used many promotional materials to sell products including ‘Plough’s Black and White Birthday and Dream Book’. The founder Abe Plough would later become known as a legendary philanthropist in Memphis history.

It is official pumpkin spice season again and with it a special limited time Moon Pie flavor! Be sure to stop on in at A...
10/07/2026

It is official pumpkin spice season again and with it a special limited time Moon Pie flavor! Be sure to stop on in at A. Schwab to pick yourself up some before they are gone for the year!!!

Memphis Memories: November 1966, Paul Revere and the Raiders known for their hit ‘Good Thing’ played the Mid-South Colis...
10/07/2026

Memphis Memories: November 1966, Paul Revere and the Raiders known for their hit ‘Good Thing’ played the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis.

Its that time of years, where spirits arise some their slumber and roam the Earth. Stop on by A. Schwab and learn about ...
10/06/2026

Its that time of years, where spirits arise some their slumber and roam the Earth. Stop on by A. Schwab and learn about the many ghost stories Memphis and the Mis-South in our book department!

Memphis Memories: In 1963 Memphis horror host Sivad (Watson Davis) built a 30 foot tall statue of King Kong using wood, ...
10/06/2026

Memphis Memories: In 1963 Memphis horror host Sivad (Watson Davis) built a 30 foot tall statue of King Kong using wood, chicken wire and other materials to promote the upcoming movie ‘King Kong vs. Godzilla’ for Malco theaters.

Memphis Memories: Memphis based Lucky Heart Cosmetics produced a cologne called ‘Jockey Club’. Gamblers would frequently...
10/03/2026

Memphis Memories: Memphis based Lucky Heart Cosmetics produced a cologne called ‘Jockey Club’. Gamblers would frequently put Jockey Club on their hands when gambling on horse and dog races as the cologne was said to bring on good luck. The term ‘Jickey’ refers to another fragrance that is combined here with traditional Jockey Club.

A peek inside A.Schwab in 1939,
10/02/2026

A peek inside A.Schwab in 1939,

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

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+19015239782

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