Welcome to The
Anderson Center
We believe creativity is a divine gift, given to reflect our Creator, uplift the human spirit, and preserve truth, memory, and cultural identity. We steward the arts as both a sacred calling and a form of service—honoring God, uplifting people, and preserving Black history and culture.
We operate as both a platform and an amplifier: rooted in faith, grounded in Black stories, and open to all. Through thoughtfully designed arts-based programs that center community, we restore dignity, strengthen social connection, and help revitalize neighborhoods impacted by disinvestment.
Events & Exhibitions
15 Minutes From Downtown, Culture Thrives!
From Federal to Hopetown
Kaima Akarue
Those That Love Will
Cassandra Jones
A Conjure Man Lives
Will North
About Us
Belonging Through Art
An Incubator for Creativity & Culture We are more than an arts organization; we are an incubator for creativity and culture—a space where art, culture, and enterprise converge.
Nurturing Art. Amplifying Culture. Building Community.
Because we understand artistry to be a divine gift, our mission is to ensure it is nurtured, protected, and shared. Through programs, residencies, and events, we expand access to the arts, build artists’ capacity to amplify Black narratives, and create pathways for cultural preservation and economic opportunity. We are a home for creatives, a stage for diverse voices, and a gathering place where people come together to connect, create, and grow.
Residency Program
six Months. Your Studio. Your Vision.
Your artistry carries purpose and meaning. Your voice has power. The Anderson Center for the Arts A.I.R. (Amplify. Invest. Revitalize.) Residency Program supports emerging and mid-career artists through dedicated 24/7 studio space, professional development, and community engagement, culminating in a public exhibition.
We provide the space so you can focus on what really matters: creating the work that uplifts, transforms, and preserves the people, places, and stories that matter.
Upcoming
Events and exhibitions
Experience creativity in action! Join us for dynamic community events, exhibitions, and performances that celebrate Black history and culture and bring people together. Whether it’s a gallery opening, a stage production, a creative workshop, or a signature block party, there’s something for you here.
Secure your tickets today and join us in uplifting artists, building the platform, and fueling our community’s culture.
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