Our Story
2019: The Search That Sparked It All
What started as a search for children’s books became a realization: stories centered on Black children were hard to find.
Victoria Scott-Miller, alongside her sons Emerson and Langston, spent hours looking for books that reflected their lives, imaginations, and futures. The absence was undeniable.
Liberation Station began not as a business idea—but as a response.
2020: A Mission Takes Shape
Building With Purpose
Liberation Station emerged as more than a bookstore. Every title was read, reviewed, and approved with care—ensuring Black children would encounter stories that honored their humanity.
The vision was clear: representation should be accessible, thoughtful, and affirming.
2023: Opening the Doors
From Vision to Space
Liberation Station opened its brick-and-mortar location, transforming the mission into a physical place. The bookstore became a gathering space—hosting events, conversations, and moments of connection.
It was no longer just about what was on the shelves, but what happened between them.
2024: Choosing Safety, Choosing Family
A Necessary Pause
As visibility grew, so did harm. After repeated harassment and threats that put the family’s safety at risk, Liberation Station made the difficult decision to close its doors.
It was a moment of grief—and clarity.
2025: A Community Resurrection
When one door closed, thousands opened.
When Liberation Station closed, the community responded with action. Families, readers, and supporters from near and far rallied together, raising more than $70,000 through grassroots efforts to bring the bookstore back.
In 2025, Liberation Station reopened in Washington Terrace Shopping Center, a historic Black-owned business hub near St. Augustine’s University. Surrounded by generations of Black excellence, the bookstore stepped into a space that reflected its values—resilience, cooperation, and longevity.
Alongside books, Liberation Station expanded its role as a community resource, offering programming and access to essentials through a food and pad pantry.
What's Next
The future of Liberation Station is still unfolding.
With expanded programming, deeper partnerships, and continued investment in children and families, the work continues beyond the page.