Nia Cultural Center, Inc

Nia Cultural Center, Inc Nia Cultural Center, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, community-based organization founded in 1992 and located in Galveston, TX, the home of Juneteenth.
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Our values are steeped in the rich legacy of the past and the promise of a powerful future. The Nia Cultural Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Galveston, TX, the home of Juneteenth. We are honoring, celebrating, and empowering the brilliance of our community’s legacy, excellence, and joy—then, now, and always.

🌟 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for the Juneteenth Kickoff Celebration yesterday! 🎉 We were thrilled to wel...
06/11/2026

🌟 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for the Juneteenth Kickoff Celebration yesterday! 🎉 We were thrilled to welcome over 100 guests to the gallery for an evening filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, great music, and wonderful fellowship.

🙏 Special thanks to our amazing sponsors:
- Catering by Benno's
- Soul 2 Soul
- Del Papa Distributing
- Koop's BBQ
- General Order No. 3 Vodka
- Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant
- Moody Gardens Hotel & Convention Center
- Texas Tail Distillery
- The San Luis Resort Hotel
- Kierra's Photo Booth
- Fast Signs
- The Tremont House

🎊 We also appreciate our vendors: EVAC, Grand Canyon University, and African Arts. And a heartfelt shoutout to our Board of Directors and Sandra Woodard for their incredible support in serving our guests.

Here’s to unity and celebration! 🖤❤️💚

🎶✨ Celebrating Black Music Month with a spotlight on the incredible Izola Ethel Fedford Collins! 🌟 Born in Galveston, Te...
06/10/2026

🎶✨ Celebrating Black Music Month with a spotlight on the incredible Izola Ethel Fedford Collins! 🌟 Born in Galveston, Texas, Mrs. Collins was not only a talented musician and educator but also a dedicated historian and civic leader.

From organizing school bands to serving as an award-winning choir instructor, her contributions to music education shaped the lives of many. She made history as one of the first African Americans elected at-large to the Galveston ISD Board of Trustees, advocating for the preservation of African American history and culture in our community.

Mrs. Collins’s passion for music went beyond the classroom; she was a respected voice in Galveston's classical music scene, supporting local organizations like the Galveston Symphony Orchestra and enriching the city’s artistic identity. 🎼❤️

Join us in honoring her legacy and commitment to uplifting Black voices in music and history!

🎉 Get ready to celebrate at our exciting Juneteenth edition of the "Looking Back Brown Bag Lecture Series!" 🎊 Join us on...
06/09/2026

🎉 Get ready to celebrate at our exciting Juneteenth edition of the "Looking Back Brown Bag Lecture Series!" 🎊 Join us on this incredible journey as we hear powerful firsthand reflections from the courageous members of the 1961 Central High School Student Movement! 🌟 Our amazing guest speakers include Deloris Houston, Shirley Adams, Bobby Johnson, and Kelton Sams! Bring your lunch, your burning questions, and prepare to be truly inspired! 🍽️✨

Join us at Nia Cultural Center as we celebrate Juneteenth with friends and family! 🎉 Enjoy delicious food and beverages ...
06/08/2026

Join us at Nia Cultural Center as we celebrate Juneteenth with friends and family! 🎉 Enjoy delicious food and beverages from local restaurants while immersing yourself in our stunning art collection. Don't miss out on this vibrant celebration happening on Wednesday, June 10th, at 5:30 PM. Let's come together to honor freedom and community! ✊🏾❤️

What a fantastic evening at our Juneteenth Paint & Sip! 🎨✨ We enjoyed great food, amazing drinks, fantastic music, and b...
06/07/2026

What a fantastic evening at our Juneteenth Paint & Sip! 🎨✨ We enjoyed great food, amazing drinks, fantastic music, and beautiful artwork. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, and special appreciation to Soul 2 Soul for the delicious lite bites and General Orders No. 3 Vodka for the wonderful spirits. Cheers to creativity, community, and celebration! 🥂❤️

🎶✨ Happy Black Music Month! Today, we celebrate the legendary Barry White, born Barry Eugene Carter on September 12, 194...
06/06/2026

🎶✨ Happy Black Music Month! Today, we celebrate the legendary Barry White, born Barry Eugene Carter on September 12, 1944, in Galveston, Texas. With his unmistakable deep bass voice and sensual style, he left an indelible mark on R&B, soul, and disco music.

Barry achieved major success in the 1970s as both a solo artist and with the Love Unlimited Orchestra, known for their iconic #1 hit “Love’s Theme.” Some of his unforgettable tracks include “Can’t Get Enough of Your Love, Babe” and “You’re the First, the Last, My Everything.” 💖

His contributions to music earned him two Grammy Awards for his 1999 album *Staying Power*, and he was posthumously honored with inductions into the Dance Music Hall of Fame (2004) and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (2013). With over 100 million records sold across 20 studio albums, Barry White remains one of the best-selling music artists of all time.

Let’s celebrate his legacy and the magic of his music! 🕺💃

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The journey begins here! 🌟Our Freedom School interns kicked off their summer preparation with pre-national training, lea...
06/05/2026

The journey begins here! 🌟

Our Freedom School interns kicked off their summer preparation with pre-national training, learning, growing, and preparing to make a lasting impact on the scholars they will serve. Tennessee is next, and we couldn't be more proud of this dedicated group of future leaders!

Representing our community with purpose and passion! Our Freedom School interns are in Tennessee for national training, ...
06/05/2026

Representing our community with purpose and passion! Our Freedom School interns are in Tennessee for national training, preparing to inspire, empower, and uplift scholars this summer. We are proud of their commitment to literacy, leadership, and making a difference.

🎶 Do you have your tickets for the Emancipation Gospel Celebration? 🎟️ Join us in Galveston on Sunday, June 14th, featur...
06/05/2026

🎶 Do you have your tickets for the Emancipation Gospel Celebration? 🎟️ Join us in Galveston on Sunday, June 14th, featuring the remarkable Brown Four!

The Brown Four, hailing from Memphis, TN, are a dynamic sibling group that brings joy through their music. Consisting of Daelin (14), Daniya (13), Deanna (11), and Davion (10), these talented young voices are the children of Pastor David Brown Jr. and Olivia Martin-Brown. They’ve been singing since they were toddlers and officially formed in 2019, captivating audiences with their harmonious and soulful sound.

Don’t miss this incredible lineup with Karen Clark Sheard, Byron Cage, and The Brown Four at the Emancipation Gospel Celebration – The Grand 1894 Opera House | Galveston, TX.

Get your tickets now at https://www.thegrand.com/shows/emancipation-gospel-celebration/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=organic_sm

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2217 The Strand, Suite 101
La Marque, TX
77550

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+14097657086

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