African American Cultural Center

The African American Cultural Center in Buffalo, NY is a multipurpose cultural arts and education institution dedicated to serving the community through comprehensive programming and services. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the center operates as a cultural organization committed to enabling creative expression, artistic development, and educational enrichment for individuals and families throughout the Buffalo area. The African American Cultural Center provides a sanctuary where visitors can engage with cultural programming that celebrates the African American experience and the intersection of African and American identities. Operating since 1958, the organization has established itself as a vital resource for cultural arts education in Western New York. The center receives support from multiple public funding sources including the City of Buffalo Community Development Block Grant, City of Buffalo Anti-Violence & Cultural Arts Funding, Erie County, the NYS Council on the Arts, NYS Office of Children and Family Services, New York State Criminal Justice Services, and the United Way of Buffalo & Erie County. This diverse funding base reflects the organization's importance to the Buffalo community and its commitment to accessibility. The African American Cultural Center combines nonprofit organizational expertise with deep cultural programming knowledge, making it an essential institution for arts education and community cultural development in Buffalo, NY.