African American Cultural Center of Long Beach

African American Cultural Center 
Community Advisory Committee & Community Engagement 

Who We Are

The prospect of an African American Cultural Center of Long Beach was greeted with enthusiasm from a wide range of people, as a means for celebrating and educating the African American community that has helped build the unique character of the City of Long Beach for over a century. Recognizing the past, present, and future contributions of the African American community is seen as a vital component in changing the negative narrative that has often been projected in society. Many community members strongly believe in our vision for Long Beach to have a Cultural Center dedicated specifically to the African American or Black experience. 

This Cultural Center could serves as a central location for strengthening and healing in the African American community, as well as an economic generator and cultural destination for people of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds.

Many residents and AACCLB members have noted that the Cultural Center should be a permanent space for the Forgotten Images Gallery (a traveling educational exhibit and museum), which contains many artifacts from slavery to present day. Exhibits focusing on Long Beach history was very popular, specifically highlighting the City’s military roots and legacy of successful entrepreneurs, inventors, athletes, entertainers, Black hair and fashion, Black organizations, and a Wall of Excellence. Many see exhibits as an educational tool for all cultures to truly learn about the African American/Black community.

Testimonials - What do you Love about Long Beach and the AACCLB?

" I love that DIVERSITY is CELEBRATED in Long Beach! ~ Charlyn

I LOVE the presence of the Black Community in Long Beach. Also, the support network! ~ Community Member

"Long Beach is Everything!  ~ April Parker

As a long time resident, I LOVE the Vision and evolution of our city ~ Gregory

Help us reach our goal in raising the necessary funds to keep carry out our vision and mission to serve our community by becoming an AACCLB member. 

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