Authentic Hand Made
African Instruments & Crafts

We are Portland’s newest and most authentic source for African drums, rhythm instruments, music, clothing, artwork, and masks.

Come in to feel and hear these beautiful instruments which are made the same way today as they have been for centuries. Visit our store where you may get a glimpse of the Ghanaian view of the world. Our superb hand crafted and personally chosen drums and traditional rhythm instruments are imported directly from Africa. Most of our drums have been hand-selected by owner Nii Ardey Allotey from professional carvers in Ghana that he has met throughout his career as a professional drummer and dancer.

Our Shop

Unique Gifts From Ghana

At Anansi Beat we carry handmade drums from Ghana and other countries. Come in to feel and hear these beautiful instruments which are made the same way now as they have been for centuries.

We also offer beautiful art, clothing, and masks as well as CDs and cassettes of all kinds of African and ethnic music including original recordings by owner Nii Ardey Allotey.

Our Shop

Unique Gifts From Ghana

At Anansi Beat we carry handmade drums from Ghana and other countries. Come in to feel and hear these beautiful instruments which are made the same way now as they have been for centuries.

We also offer beautiful art, clothing, and masks as well as CDs and cassettes of all kinds of African and ethnic music including original recordings by owner Nii Ardey Allotey.

Our Classes

African Drumming & Dancing

We’re proud to offer a range of beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes in African drumming and dancing, all taught by native Ghanian Nii Ardey Allotey.

Our Classes

African Drumming & Dancing

We’re proud to offer a range of beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes in African drumming and dancing, all taught by native Ghanian Nii Ardey Allotey.

OUr Services

Professional Repairs

We have goat skins available to redo drum heads. We offer professional repair, and head replacement services. Click below to read more.

OUr Services

Professional Repairs

We have goat skins available to redo drum heads. We offer professional repair, and head replacement services. Click below to read more.