About BACC
The Black Arts & Cultural Center develops potential and creativity in Blacks in the Kalamazoo area, advances the awareness of Black artistic ability, helps to preserve Black cultural heritage and enhance interactions among diverse groups.
Staff and Board Members
We believe engaging arts, culture and history are critical to a strong community.
Yolonda Lavender
Executive Director
Sydney Davis
Program Coordinator
Alisa Parker
President
Nicole Chatman-Barrow
Vice President
Trenae Dunigan
Secretary
Brittany Bolden
Treasurer
Tasleem el-Hakim
Board Member
Eric Cunningham
Board Member
Marissa Harrington
Board Member
Kevin Lavender Jr
Board Member
Raven Britt
Board Member
Jimoh Bibilomo
Board Member
What We Do
Art Exhibitions– BACC showcases the artwork of different local, regional, national and international artists each month in the Gail Sydnor Gallery.
Film Viewings & Discussions- BACC screens a different film each month followed by a discussion of the film.
Theatre– BACC produces theater through the expertise of resident Face Off Theatre Company. Theatre programming provides opportunities for professional and beginning students to work and learn from professionals in all areas of the technical and performing aspects of theater.
Black Arts Festival– BACC produces the African centered and Black culture focused event which includes food, music, vendors, liver performances, activities and more for the entire community.
Kwanzaa Celebration- BACC hosts the Pre-Kwanzaa Bazar featuring food, vendors, music, live performances, acitivities and a screening of the Kwanzaa documentary “The Black Candle” for the entire community.
Gail Sydnor Gallery
Gail Sydnor Gallery Details:
482 sq. ft.
Capacity:
50, 30 with tables and chairs
Amenities:
Chairs and six foot tables
Podium
70” flat screen monitor
Sound system including speakers and microphones
Kitchenette including refrigerator, microwave, sink and counter space
Rates:
Nonprofit Rate-$30/hour
Regular Rate-$60/hour
Address
Black Arts & Cultural Center
359 S Kalamazoo Mall Ste. 202
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Call Us
(269) 349 – 1035
Email Us
info@blackartskalamazoo.org
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Call Us
(269) 349 - 1035
Address
Black Arts & Cultural Center
359 S Kalamazoo Mall Ste. 202
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Email Us
info@blackartskalamazoo.org
Office Hours
Monday-CLOSED
Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm
Gail Sydnor Gallery Hours
Tuesday-Friday 1pm-5pm
Art Hop Office & Gallery Hours
Office: 4pm-8pm
Gallery: 5pm-8pm
Office hours are sometimes flexible. We encourage calling before visiting and emailing to schedule Gail Sydnor Gallery viewing and Executive Director appointments.