Press Releases
2021
Black-Led Community Spotlight: AWAACC Board Chair Tracey McCants Lewis
Pittsburgh born and bred, Tracey McCants Lewis has been a law professor, a civil rights attorney, and currently serves as the Deputy General Counsel and Director of Human Resources for…
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The Latest on New Event Dates and Online Initiatives
Dear Friends, Like many of you, I am looking forward to brighter days. As we continue to practice social distancing, the most important step we can collectively take to protect…
Read moreInspire Black
For most people, there has been an individual or two that influenced them—who inspire them to take a chance and to try and reach their dreams. From leaders like Malcolm…
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Ben Jones and Amani Lewis at AWAACC
Pittsburgh had the pleasure of welcoming two new art exhibits, Resurgence—Rise Again: The art of Ben Jones, and Amani Lewis: Subjective Nature, on September 13th at the August Wilson African American…
Read moreWhy You Should Become an AWAACC Member
The AWAACC is your home for African American arts and arts of the African Diaspora and is a dynamic home for unique and inspiring arts and culture that transforms our…
Read moreA Guide to AWAACC Venue Rentals
If you are looking for a unique and functional facility for your next event, the August Wilson African American Cultural Center is a great option! We have put together a…
Read moreComing Soon – Summer Visual Arts Exhibition
Coming Soon to AWAACC Summer Visual Arts Exhibition, Race and Revolution: Still Separate- Still Unequal Start the spring season by visiting the August Wilson African American Cultural Center to experience…
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