Liberation Station, North Carolina’s first Black-owned children’s bookstore, has reopened in Raleigh following a successful GoFundMe campaign that rallied nationwide support and underscored the power of community-driven resilience.
Founded in 2023 by educator and advocate Victoria Scott-Miller and her husband, Duane, the bookstore was created to amplify underrepresented voices and ensure children see themselves reflected in literature.
Since its inception, Liberation Station has served as a cultural hub, featuring works by acclaimed Black authors including James Baldwin and Toni Morrison, while fostering a safe, affirming space for curiosity, learning, and joy.
The bookstore temporarily closed in 2025 after facing online threats, but its mission found renewed life after a GoFundMe campaign surpassed its fundraising goal, raising more than $71,000 with the backing of donors and social media supporters, including popular TikToker Jen Hamilton.
Liberation Station officially reopened on Dec. 29 at a new location on Hill Street in Raleigh. Beyond books, the space now offers a menstrual product pantry in partnership with Always Maxi, as well as free food items and essential supplies for community members in need.
Scott-Miller described the expanded mission as a commitment to dignity and access, positioning Liberation Station as more than a retail outlet—rather, a community safety net rooted in care, representation, and social impact.
