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2021
The Moment Is Always Now for Frederick Douglass
In November of 1857 Frederick Douglass gave a speech at the Federated Church in Edgartown titled The Unity of Man. A few decades later, in 1876, Mr. Douglass returned to…
Read moreAugust Wilson African American Cultural Center Announces Additional Artists for 11th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival September 17-19, 2021
Featuring Chaka Khan, Dianne Reeves, Marcus Miller, Christian McBride, Branford Marsalis, Patrice Rushen, Gregory Porter, Jazzmeia Horn, and more July 20, 2021 – Pittsburgh, PA – The August Wilson African…
August Wilson African American Cultural Center in Partnership With Martha’s Vineyard Camp Meeting Association Presents Roger Guenveur Smith’s Frederick Douglass Now on Saturday, August 21
Live, one-night-only Performance takes place at the Tabernacle in Oak Bluffs, where Frederick Douglass spoke 145 years ago Smith also joins August Wilson African American Cultural Center as Guest Theater…
August Wilson African American Cultural Center Announces 11th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival Featuring Chaka Khan, Dianne Reeves, and Marcus Miller
Line-up also includes Gregory Porter, Jazzmeia Horn, The Baylor Project, Lakecia Benjamin, and more June 8, 2021 – Pittsburgh, PA – The August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC) announced…
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…
Read moreAugust Wilson African American Cultural Center to Reopen May 22, 2021 With New Visual Arts Exhibition: Minding My Business (I said what i said)
Exhibition featuring works by Rabéa Ballin, Krista Franklin, Deun Ivory, Tonika Lewis Johnson, Pia Love, Natalie Lauren Sims, and SHAN Wallace Curated by Selenite Arts Advisory May 5, 2021 –…
August Wilson African American Cultural Center Receives Over $1 Million In Support From Richard King Mellon Foundation
Generous funding includes $350,000 for the creation of artist resident program supporting local, emerging artists of color Pittsburgh, PA – April 22, 2021 – The August Wilson African American Cultural Center…
August Wilson African American Cultural Center Receives Over $1 Million in Support From Richard King Mellon Foundation
Generous funding includes $350,000 for the creation of artist resident program supporting local, emerging artists of color Pittsburgh, PA – April 22, 2021 – The August Wilson African American Cultural…
August Wilson African American Cultural Center Announces Tracey Mccants Lewis as New Chair of the Board
Dr. Rahmon Hart, Tony Murphy, Shiv Seth, and Dr. James Taylor Join as Trustees of the Non-Profit Cultural Center Pittsburgh, PA – April 13, 2021 – The August Wilson African…
August Wilson African American Cultural Center Announces Black History Month Programming
Pittsburgh’s Black Art Scene: Past, Present & Future, a retrospective on Pittsburgh’s role in the cultural lexicon and a celebration of the city’s historic arts scene presented as part of…
August Wilson African American Cultural Center Announces Youth Writers Camp Utilizing August Wilson’s Award-winning Works as Curriculum to Develop Students’ Unique Voices
Open to all middle and high school students, fourth annual camp session runs March 20-July 3 February 16, 2021 (Pittsburgh, PA) – The August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC),…
August Wilson African American Cultural Center Announces Black History Month Programming
Pittsburgh’s Black Art Scene: Past, Present & Future, a retrospective on Pittsburgh’s role in the cultural lexicon and a celebration of the city’s historic arts scene presented as part of the…
2020
August Wilson African American Cultural Center Launches Aw Studio Sessions Monthly Virtual Music Series
New Series Features Orrin Evans, Leela James, Roger Humphries, Gerald Veasely and Carol Riddick, Lyndsey Morgan Smith & more November 23, 2020 – Pittsburgh, PA – The August Wilson African…
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…
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Inspire 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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2019
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 moreBen Jones Art Exhibition Coming this September
From September 13 – December 15, the August Wilson African American Cultural Center will have on view the art exhibition Resurgence – Rise Again: The art of Ben Jones. Featuring large-scale artwork that brings awareness to…
9th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival June 20-23
PITTSBURGH – On June 20-23, 2019, the 9th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF), presented by Citizens Bank, will be held at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC)…
Why 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 more A 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…
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Reasons to Give Back to Your Community
When you give back to your community, you have the opportunity to make an impact on the people around you by helping to further important endeavors such as art, education,…
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Making a Difference With the August Wilson African American Cultural Center
Giving back to your community is a positive experience that not only makes you feel good but also makes a positive impact on your community. One way you can help…
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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