The Independence Market is an extensive store that offers hundreds of products and literature created by and for the blind community.
Located at our national headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland, the Independence Market is a helpful resource for anyone who is blind or is experiencing vision loss.
We carry many products, including:
- Long white canes
- Talking watches and clocks
- Print and Braille writing aids
- Magnifiers
- Medical devices
- Household and kitchen tools
- NFB literature and multimedia
Convention Schedule Announcement
The Independence Market will be closed from July 1–14.
The showroom will be closed June 22–30. During this time, customers are welcome to place and pick up orders in person, but no items will be on display.
Ecommerce will remain open and orders will continue to ship throughout the National Convention.
Catalog
Explore the full Independence Market Catalog:
To request our full catalog in print or Braille, please email [email protected], specifying the format you wish to receive and your complete mailing address.
How to Shop
There are three ways to buy from the Independence Market:
Order Online
We’ve officially launched our new e-commerce website to allow blind people to browse, order, and ship directly to their home.
Visit nfb.org/ecommerce and start shopping today.
Shop by Email or Phone
Our staff is available to assist you by email or phone. We answer phone calls Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET. Please email us at [email protected] or call 410-659-9314, extension 2216.
Shop in Person
If you will be visiting the National Federation of the Blind's national headquarters, and would like to shop in person, please call in advance to schedule an appointment. Our address is 200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21230. Please come up to the fourth floor and let the receptionist know that you have an appointment to visit the Independence Market.
More Information
For more information about the Independence Market, please email us at [email protected] or call 410-659-9314, extension 2216.