African American Heritage & Cultural Celebration

Date

August 22nd, 2026

Time

10:00am – 7:00pm

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The 2026 African American Heritage & Cultural Celebration (AAHCC) will reconnect families and institutions, create meaningful spaces for youth engagement and artistic expression, foster civic pride, and elevation the stories that have shaped Cleveland's African American identity across generations. The 2026 AAHCC continues a long tradition of elevating culture while investing in Cleveland's future.  The event will feature a dynamic mix of performances, historical exhibitions, oral history reflections, youth programming, artisan vendors, and community dialogue.  

The event is FREE and open to ALL.  Advance registration is required.

Performance Schedule & Community Partners will be announced soon.

Sponsorship Opportunities are now available.

Western Reserve Historical Society is the oldest cultural institution in Northeast Ohio, the region's largest American history research center, and one of the leading genealogical research centers in the nation.

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