LEVEL ONE: Golden Era Hip Hop-Centric Lounge & Café offering locally sourced coffee, teas, and small bites inspired by African and Diasporic culinary traditions.
LEVEL TWO: Rare Books & Vinyl Archives with a curated collection of hard-to-find books and records from global and local Black authors, poets, musicians, and thinkers.
LEVEL THREE: The Upper Room/Stage which houses a cozy, intimate setting for acoustic sets, spoken word, fireside chats, author talks, and community panels.
Meet the Man
behind the vision:
Trenton native, artist, social entrepreneur, author, and President of the Rap Snacks/BossUp Foundation - Wise Intelligent of the legendary Poor Righteous Teachers is spearheading Golden Era Café — an innovative, high-impact cultural hub in downtown Trenton combining art, books, vinyl, youth-led entrepreneurship, live events, and blockchain technology. This project sits at the intersection of cultural revitalization, economic development, and community investment.
