About Badu
A room for
the culture.
Badu Lounge is a cultural arts lounge made for the richness of Eastern North Carolina.
Our story
Art, music and
community converge.
Founded by Lester Howard and Lakiezia Moore, Badu Lounge was created for people looking for a mature and engaging place to gather. It is where soulful jazz and neo-soul meet spoken word, comedy, games and a full-service bar.
From local painters to artists from beyond the region, every night is an invitation to slow down, show up and be part of something.
“A mature and welcoming environment where art, music and community converge.”