Nia Cultural Center, Inc

06/18/2026

🎉 What an incredible evening at the Emancipation Gospel Celebration VIP Reception! 🌟 Attendees enjoyed delicious food, captivating music, and fabulous entertainment. A highlight was the exclusive interview with gospel legend Karen Clark Sheard, hosted by our very own Director of Marketing and Outreach, Alex Thomas. 🎤✨

Event sponsors and Board Members were treated to an elite experience alongside one of gospel's greats, with a surprise appearance from the talented Brown Four! 🎶🙌

Thank you to everyone who made this event unforgettable!

06/18/2026

🎉 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the 5th Annual Emancipation Gospel Celebration on June 14th at the Grand 1894 Opera House! 🙏✨ It was a night filled with uplifting Praise and Worship featuring the incredible 5-Time GRAMMY Winner, Karen Clark Sheard, the Prince of Praise Byron Cage, and the talented Brown Four.

Special thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this event possible: Juneteenth Legacy Project, BMC, The Astros Foundation, Frost Bank, Amoco Federal Credit Union, Park Street Homes, Texas Restaurant Association Galveston Chapter, Kierra’s Photo Booth, General Order Number 3 Spirits, Saltwater Recon, Moody Gardens Hotel & Spa, Visit Galveston, Arts Downtown Galveston, Hometown Bank, Omega Psi Phi Theta Theta Chapter Alumni Association, and Fast Signs.

We can't wait to see you all next year! 🎶❤️

06/17/2026

06/15/2026

🌟 Celebrating Black Music Month and honoring the incredible legacy of Little Esther Phillips! 🎤✨ Born Esther Mae Washington in Galveston, Texas, she was a powerhouse vocalist who made waves in R&B, blues, jazz, soul, and even country music.

At just 14, she took the music world by storm with her #1 hit "Double Crossing Blues," and her talent only grew from there. Despite facing challenges, Esther reinvented herself in the 1960s and produced timeless classics like "Release Me."

With four Grammy nominations and unforgettable performances—including a special appearance with The Beatles—Esther's influence continues to resonate today. Let's celebrate her remarkable journey and the impact she had on music! 🎶❤️

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06/15/2026

The countdown is over! Freedom School is officially here! ✨📚

We are excited to kick off another incredible summer of learning, leadership, and literacy with our scholars!

Join us on Monday, June 15, 2026, as we celebrate the first day of Nia Cultural Center Freedom School and begin a summer filled with growth, joy, and empowerment. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay for Harambee at 8:30 AM, the heart of Freedom School, where we come together through cheers and chants.

🗓️ Monday, June 15, 2026
⏰ School begins daily at 7:50 AM
📍 AIM College & Career Prep
5200 Avenue N 1/2, Galveston, TX 77550

Here’s to inspiring a love for reading and creating unforgettable memories! 📖🌟

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! 🖤❤️💚

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!

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! 🍽️✨

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! ✊🏾❤️