Oakland Asian Cultural Center, Cultural center in Chinatown, Oakland, United States.
Description
The Oakland Asian Cultural Center is a cultural facility in Chinatown that contains an auditorium, conference rooms, a dance studio, a lobby, and a kitchen within the Pacific Renaissance Plaza complex. These spaces host a range of programming, from classes to exhibitions and performances.
History
The center was founded in December 1984 as the East Bay Chinese Culture Center and broadened its mission to include all Asian cultures in 1987. This expansion reflected the growing diversity of Asian communities in the region.
Culture
The space hosts exhibitions, workshops, and performances representing Asian traditions from multiple countries. Visitors can experience these cultural expressions firsthand through events that change throughout the year.
Practical
The center sits three blocks from the 12th Street Civic Center BART station, making it simple to reach by public transit. Weekly classes in dance, martial arts, art, history, and languages give visitors flexible ways to engage with the programming.
Did you know?
An Artist in Residence Program lets Bay Area creators develop and premiere new works specifically crafted for the Oakland community. This initiative directly supports artistic growth while creating performances rooted in local experiences.
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