The word "Shamwari" in the Shona language means friend...

The Shamwari Galllery promotes connectivity between Zimbabwe and the Bay Area through the arts by hosting special receptions exhibiting the collections of visiting Zimbabwe artists. In collaboration with non-profit organizations, these cultural events celebrate Afrocentric arts in the Bay Area.

The gallery has a stunning collection of Shona Sculpture, dazzling, hand-beaded Ndebele dolls, magnificent paintings, sketches, and African wall art from Zimbabwe and Southern Africa. Customized import requests and commissioned pieces are available.

For more information, call Lillian or Melanie at (510) 923-1222.

The gallery is located at 4176 Piedmont Avenue, Piedmont, California.