South Dallas Cultural Center, located at 3400 S. Fitzhugh in Dallas TX has been North Texas’ best kept fine arts secret for nearly 25 years – an African American art lover’s playground, right here in the DFW Metroplex. Call 214-939-2787 about weekly fine arts programs and activities in Dallas TX for the entire family include gallery openings, art exhibits, film festivals, jazz concerts, recording studio sessions and dance classes for DFW metroplex area residents and visitors.
As a Dallas cultural facility, the arts center in South Dallas TX has provided excellent programming since it opened on a hot June day in 1986. The Center is a multicultural Dallas community facility that celebrates the African American experience through performing arts and artwork showcased here in the DFW metro area.
The Dallas area SDCC fine arts institute’s mission is to explore the contribution of the African Diaspora to world culture. The diverse Dallas arts events bring awareness of the common bond among Dallas people and people throughout Latin America, Africa, the Caribbean and Europe.
In May, the Dallas Cultural Center features two fascinating dance festivals with The Center’s resident dance troupes. The Beckles Dancing Company of Dallas performs exciting, new works in “Suite 16”, on May 13th and 14th. On Memorial Day the Exhibit Dance Collective in Dallas features the phenomenal Michelle Gibson and a live New Orleans Jazz band. This interactive, afro-modern performance will inspire you to bring your handkerchiefs or umbrellas and “second line” your way through the history of dance.
The South Dallas Cultural Center’s 25th Anniversary Celebration is coming up in June, highlighted by the SDCC Juneteenth weekend block party celebration in South Dallas TX. Dallas festivities will include live performances, a Jazz jam, an outdoor film festival, children’s activities and a host of vendors on site for your shopping pleasure. This will be a great opportunity to support your local businesses in the DFW area. For vendor participation or to volunteer call 214-670-0315.
Now that you know the best kept secret in North Texas, come and experience the best of Dallas fine arts for yourself. Pick up the phone and call 214-939-2787 for more information or to schedule a student or group tour. Guided art gallery tours at the Dallas Center are available Tuesday through Saturday 1pm to 5 pm. To sign up for the Center’s newsletter, visitwww.dallasculture.org/SDCulturalCenter or become a fan on Facebook.
