Since 1975 · Miami, Florida

Where Heritage
Meets Art

For 50 years, the Marshall L. Davis, Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center has been Miami's premier destination for performing and visual arts education, cultural preservation, and community transformation.

50+
Years of Excellence
10K+
Students Trained
500+
Alumni Worldwide
11
Facilities & Spaces

What's On

Upcoming Events

Moonlight Gala: A Celebration of African Heritage
special
From $75

Moonlight Gala: A Celebration of African Heritage

Mon, Jun 15, 2026
7:00 PM
Wendall A. Narcisse Performing Arts Theater
Summer Youth Theater Workshop
workshop
From $250

Summer Youth Theater Workshop

Mon, Jul 6, 2026
9:00 AM
Wendall A. Narcisse Performing Arts Theater
Rhythms of the Diaspora: Dance Showcase
performance
From $35

Rhythms of the Diaspora: Dance Showcase

Fri, Jul 10, 2026
8:00 PM
Wendall A. Narcisse Performing Arts Theater
Voices of the Ancestors: Jazz & Blues Night
performance
From $45

Voices of the Ancestors: Jazz & Blues Night

Sat, Jul 25, 2026
8:00 PM
Melton S. Mustafa Concert Hall
Amadlozi Gallery Opening: Emerging Artists Exhibition
exhibition
Free

Amadlozi Gallery Opening: Emerging Artists Exhibition

Sat, Aug 1, 2026
6:00 PM
Amadlozi Gallery

Arts Academies

Explore Our Programs

AHCAC offers classes in classical, contemporary, and ethnic art forms to promote diversity and challenge technical and creative ability.

Theater & Acting

Professional stage training from fundamentals to advanced performance techniques.

Dance

Classical, contemporary, and African diaspora dance traditions.

Music

Instrumental, vocal, and music theory for all skill levels.

Visual Arts

Painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media exploration.

Cinematography

Film production, storytelling, and digital media arts.

Costume & Design

Costume making, stage design, and production arts.

Visual Arts

Current Exhibitions

Rhythms of the Diaspora
Voices in Motion
Stage Illuminated

Our Journey

50 Years of Cultural Excellence

1975
Founded
Marshall L. Davis, Sr. establishes the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center in Miami.
1985
Expansion
New facilities added including the Wendall A. Narcisse Performing Arts Theater.
1995
National Recognition
AHCAC receives national acclaim for its youth arts programs and community impact.
2005
Alumni Milestones
Robert Battle becomes Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Company.
2013
Oscar Glory
Tarell Alvin McCraney wins the Academy Award for Moonlight screenplay.
2025
50 Years Strong
Celebrating five decades of cultural excellence and artistic transformation.

Latest

News & Stories

Robert Battle Returns to AHCAC: A Homecoming Story
artist spotlight

Robert Battle Returns to AHCAC: A Homecoming Story

Former Artistic Director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Company returns to the place where it all began, sharing wisdom with the next generation of dancers.

AHCAC Celebrates 50 Years of Cultural Excellence
news

AHCAC Celebrates 50 Years of Cultural Excellence

The Marshall L. Davis, Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center marks a historic milestone as it celebrates five decades of nurturing artistic talent and preserving African cultural heritage in Miami.

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Help Us Shape the Next Generation of Artists

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