Espacio 1839

Staff was helpful and friendly over the phone and in person when shopping. Great merchandise, relaxed and creative vibe, authentic to the neighborhood and its spirit. Fantastic selection of T-​shirts that are innovative yet familiar. I will be shopping here for myself and for others. Will spread the word.

Really wanted to get my niece an awesome gift from here today, but I was really disappointed when I showed up and the place was closed. Their sign said «come on in were open» and their operating hours sign stated they opened at 10AM… I got there a little after 11:30AM :(I guess someone overslept and forgot to open the store :/

A little over priced on the vinyl, the whole hipster vibe is annoying as f*uck! But definitely good reads to find.

PROS:
Friendly staff. There is a good selection of empowering Chican@ books and the variety of records is pretty awesome considering the limited space in the building. I like the fact that there are books that Mexican and Latino children can relate to and I liked the creativeness seen in their shirts, posters, stickers, and accessories. I fell in love with their Virgen de Guadalupe socks and I really admire the effort that lives in this shop when it comes to spreading knowledge.
CONS:
The only thing that annoyed me about this place were the hipsters. I noticed a poster that said something about a «pinche hipster» and the first thing I saw when I looked up was a pair of them. It seemed kinda hypocritical to me for the staff to shake hands with them and what not specially after looking through a book that mentioned something about gentrification :/​
OVERALL:
I think the location of this spot couldn’t have been better for it stands beside the Mariachi Plaza which reminds many in the community to learn something about the history of Los Angles and la raza. There are plenty of good reads inside this place although they may be limited. I have been wanting to check out this spot for a while now and I am happy that I did.

They have more than the best selections of books, art, music, clothing and there Radio station rocks. If you don’t come here ever in life your a loser. Everyone in a life time has to seek enlightenment this would put you on that path of righteousness. Stop wasting time and move foward not backward.

A little gem of radical culture in the heart of Boyle Heights. The selection of books is amazing, particularly the kids’s section.

Love the ambiance love the fact that there’s a radio station within the place and lots of great books, art, shirts, music, jewelry and accessories. I enjoy the Wednesday running meets and the company of those that join us :) was introduced to this place by two sweet sisters and I’m very thankful that they did :)
Defiantly worth a trip down to Boyle Heights

Frida socks. Sure, you could employ your mind reading Roberto Bolano or spinning Hector Lavoe or even chatting with wise Nico, but it all comes down to the cool socks.

Excellent location to pick up bilingual (spanish/​english books). My son is turning one and this is the best place to find culturally relevant books and materials. They have my favorite children’s book author Duncan Tonatiuh (you can read more about him on his website:
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We have also purchased several of their shirts, socks, and cups. We live in SLC now and it is nice to see a locally owned shop that gives back to the community.

A good place to see some of what’s happening in the local Chican@ culture and arts landscape. Music, art, clothing, accessories, books, radio, and more. A lot of their clothing tends to be very Boyle Heights-​centered, which is understandable given the anti-​gentrification struggles the neighborhood’s going through, but unfortunately that means I’m not going to buy any of it. I’m not from Boyle Heights, so I can’t rep it. They also have a good amount of books representing Latin@, Chican@, and Black social justice issues. Some multicultural children’s books including a couple relevant to Asian Americans. Seems like they might not be aware of the Asian American social justice issues that overlap Latin@ and Black issues, which is too bad as a missed opportunity to build solidarity. But on the whole, it’s a good place to support.

A Boyle Heights gem!

So you fall in love with a brash yung thing.
Maybe a forgettable someone,
but lately I have worked late almost every night;
so I guess I have laid my hand and folded an empty man.
People from the street and neighborhood know your name. They wink at me as I walk in and imply
I should know the same.
Something is not right but the imply is that
I will know your name,
at least some day.
I ain’t scared and I won’t be then. Not now, not then, not any day.
Some might say you’re trouble and
I can see what they mean.
«Run for your life, white boy»
Well, if I was ever scared of trouble I ain’t now.
They say you are trouble,
wink their eyes, and look in mine.
But your crooked smile and my crooked minds eye.
If I ever see two crooks, it
is you and me. Always,
you and me in my mind’s eye.

Nice blend of Latin books (English translations), Chicano music and souveniers and cool urban radio station. The location is perfect, close to one of my favorite restaurants and the gold line. The book, product and song selection is awesome.

Been here a few times, for im a local i live like 2 blocks away from this spot the few times ive been there i leave because i dont like people looking over my shoulder everywhere i walk inside the place the its not lime im going to steal theres nothing good anyway its just another attempt to make boyle heights. Hipster place, just like Guisados, Reds bar and Eastside love. most of the people who go in there anyway are tourist hipsters just go home hipsters!

Great place to buy clothing, jewelry, great books and music! We get the best children’s books here. They have a great selection of English/​Spanish books to keep my little one up on her espanol! (Sorry the ~ is not above the n). I love the art on the walls:)

Stumbled upon this shop after going to the Boyle Heights Farmers Market (there was only one produce vendor). Great selection of baby books and college-​level books. Even got my son a Boyle Heights t-​shirt. I work in the neighborhood so this shop is a great addition to the community. Keep up the great work!

Thee best place in the world for hard to find books! Great art, records, clothing and random gifts. Also a internet radio station so you might see the DJs in action. Lots going in this place. You’ll keep coming back for new stuff!

Awesome community store!

Radio Sombra’s new space!
Great community store. Love the jewelry and clothes. Got some really cool vintage earrings from here. There’s a lot of handmade stuff too I feel. There are also some vinyls you can sift through. Definitely check this spot out!

A Chicano/​a voltron shop! Imix bookstore, Teocintli shop, radio sombra and various other community retail. Come support!