The Cultural Arts Center at Langston Hughes is a vibrant hub for artistic expression and community engagement, serving underrepresented communities. It offers a range of programs and events celebrating African American culture and the broader African diaspora. The center hosts literary readings, music performances, dance showcases, and educational workshops. It serves as a gathering place for artists, scholars, and community members to explore and honor the rich cultural heritage of the African American experience through various artistic mediums. By focusing on underrepresented voices, the center plays a crucial role in promoting diversity and inclusion in the arts.

The Langston Hughes Community Library & Cultural Center boasts a diverse collection of over 400 artworks, including original pieces and donations. Highlights include paintings of Langston Hughes and James Baldwin, and bronze sculptures of Nikki Giovanni. The collection uniquely represents the African diaspora through fine art, wood carvings, masks, plaques, and statues from various African and Caribbean countries. The gallery also serves as a venue for local artists to exhibit their work.

Are you interested in exhibiting your artwork? Looking for a venue to host a reception?
Book our aesthetically pleasing space. Download the application, complete it, and email it to
oscar.a.manosalvas@queenslibrary.org

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