Mission
To promote, sponsor and develop programs and services that exhibit an appreciation of and allegiance to African American heritage -- and to enhance social behavior among African American youth through multidisciplinary training in the arts.
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The African American Cultural Center (AACC) in Buffalo, NY, established in 1958, is dedicated to promoting and preserving African American history, art, and culture. For over six decades, it has served as a vital community hub, fostering knowledge, inspiration, and cultural pride. Through educational programs, artistic exhibitions, and community events, the AACC has enriched and empowered individuals in Buffalo and beyond.
Vision
To stimulate general interest in the history of the African Diaspora. Provide multi-faceted programs to educate and re-educate the uninformed and misinformed regarding the history of Africans in America. Enhance the knowledge of urban youth regarding their African ancestry. Dispel racial stereotypes and pop culture mythology with positive information and imagery. Deploy knowledge, creativity, discipline, and innovation as a vehicle for learning about African and African American history.
Our Programs
The African American Cultural Center stands firmly committed to promoting a positive sense of self among the community it was founded to serve. Its programs and services are still structured to motivate personal growth, stimulate untapped potential and facilitate a better understanding of cultural diversity among all people.
