About The Africa Center

The Africa Center provides a gateway for engagement with contemporary Africa.

The Africa Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit institution committed to the principle that a just and peaceful world begins with a flourishing Africa in deep communion with its diaspora. Located in New York City, The Africa Center convenes artists, creatives, cultural leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers to shape artistic expression, narratives, investments, and partnerships critical to the prosperous and secure future of Africa and its diaspora.

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Additional Information

  • Service animals are welcome. Pets are not permitted in the Center.
  • Please do not touch the works of art on display, including wall installations.
  • Outside food and drinks are not permitted in the Center.
  • Unless otherwise noted, photography in the Center is allowed for personal, non commercial purposes only. Videotaping and tripods are prohibited.
  • The Center does not have a coat check and does not accept any items for storage.
  • Smoking and e-cigarettes are not permitted anywhere within the building.
  • The use of charcoal, pastels, permanent markers, paint, and easels is prohibited.
  • The Africa Center’s staff and visitors have the right to an environment free from abuse, threatening, or inappropriate behavior. The Center reserves the right to remove any person acting in an unacceptable or inappropriate manner.
  • Please note that visitors to the Center may be photographed, videotaped, or otherwise recorded. By visiting or attending a program, you grant the Center permission to use photographs and/or audiovisual recordings in which you appear for archival, documentary, publicity, advertising, or other purposes.

For more information about group tours, please contact visit@theafricacenter.org.

The Africa Center is open for select exhibitions and programs. Please visit our programs and exhibitions sections to see our current offerings. Admission to The Africa Center is free, except for ticketed exhibitions, programs and events. 

The Africa Center strives to accommodate visitors of all abilities in a welcoming environment. Ramp access is available at the Center’s main entrance at 1280 Fifth Avenue. The Center’s installation space and restroom facilities are wheelchair accessible.

If you are interested in partnering with the Africa Center to present a program or an event, please complete our Partnership Proposal Form. NOTE: The Africa Center does not currently accept unsolicited exhibition proposals.

For additional information on event rentals please fill out this form.