Bill's Trading Post — Local services in Berkeley

I have frequented “Bill’s Trading Post” since I was welcomed warmly to browse as a child in the 70’s and I am thrilled it is still there. Twenty years later, I travelled with a friend through the southwest. Later, the salesperson at Bill’s asked to see my friend’s bracelet and not only correctly identified the craftsman but shared that the maker was a recluse, making our chance visit with his family when we bought the bracelet that much more special. Back in Berkeley this year, I had a watch battery replaced and later the band repaired. The work was unimaginably inexpensive and quick and the employees such a pleasure I felt compelled...

Long may they prevail! I've bought treasures there since 1968, but they've been hanging in there for our indigenous artisans since 1939! through all the turmoil of economies and Berkeley taxes, rents & other financial pressures. American Indian art, moccasins, clothing, blankets and jewelry etc. etc. go in and out of fashion, but always IN again. I hope & pray they survive the business cycles, as they are a beacon of spiritual goodness in this city. Native American spirituality is reflected in objects made in a spiritual way. These are. It's not just a crass commercial concern, it's part of...

I've been hanging onto a damaged Native American ring that I was nervous to have fixed by anyone here on the East Coast. Since I was going to be in CA for a few days and nearby to Bill's Trading Post, I decided to bring it in for repair. I am delighted with the results and the turnaround time! They were able to get it repaired within just a few days and although our schedules didn't align to allow for in-person pick up, they were able to get it shipped out and on my doorstep by the following week. I can not recommend them highly enough for your jewelry...