Mahogany Black Arts and Cultural Center Awarded Federal Grant;
Announces New Collaborations to Elevate Local Black History

Racine, WI – January 1, 2025 – The Mahogany Black Arts and Cultural Center (MBACC) is thrilled to announce its recent award of a significant federal grant from the National Endowment for The Arts (NEA), which will propel the Center’s mission to foster creativity, cultural expression, and community development through the arts. This prestigious grant will support MBACC’s efforts to preserve and amplify the rich history and contributions of Black communities in Racine and Kenosha Counties.

In alignment with this vision, MBACC is proud to unveil a new collaboration with the Wisconsin Black Historical Society. This partnership will enhance the Center’s capacity to engage the community with meaningful historical narratives, ensuring that the stories of Black resilience, achievement, and culture are preserved and celebrated for future generations.

Additionally, MBACC is excited to welcome the beautiful Verdant Hotel as its newest community partner. The Verdant Hotel’s commitment to cultural enrichment and community support aligns seamlessly with MBACC’s objectives, making this partnership a natural fit for promoting arts and education in the region.

MBACC invites stakeholders, community leaders, artists, educators, and residents to the 2025 Pathways to Progress Through Preservation Community Engagement Kickoff event. This event will highlight the initiative to engage and ignite the community about the work of MBACC to preserve and restore local Black history of the Racine and Kenosha communities.

The Kickoff event will feature a short presentation, a panel discussion on the importance of preservation of communities of color and provide an opportunity for attendees to engage in discussions, learn about our next steps as an organization and most importantly, how to get involved with our work as a community.

Event Details: January 31, 2025  Location: The Verdant Hotel, 500 Main St. Time: 5:30PM

For more information about the event or to RSVP go to https://www.blackartsandculture.org/rsvp, or contact Danielle Long. Join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter for the Mahogany Black Arts and Cultural Center and our collective journey to honor and amplify the legacy of Black history in our community.

About Mahogany Black Arts and Cultural Center MBACC is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, inclusive space where the arts serve as a catalyst for cultural expression, education, and community development. Through various programs and initiatives, MBACC seeks to uplift local talent, preserve cultural heritage, and create opportunities for artistic and personal growth.

Media Contact: Scott Terry