The African American Cultural & Heritage Facility (AACHF) plays an integral role in the City of Austin’s long-term commitment to protecting and enhancing the quality of life for African Americans. Named after the state-designated African American Cultural Heritage District, the Facility adds to the area’s cultural significance by offering arts, business, cultural and entertainment programming.

Plan Your Visit

 
Hours
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday: Closed
 
The facility is open to the public and parking is available and accessible from Juniper Street.

Get Involved

The facility aims to nurture and preserve the artistic legacy of the African American Culture and Heritage District. Come be a part of our thriving community! Check out our Upcoming Events, call us at 512-974-2445, or email aachf@austintexas.gov. 

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About the African American Cultural and Heritage Facility

The AACHF houses the historical Dedrick Hamilton House. The home was built circa 1880 in one of the earliest African American communities in East Austin. The restored historic house is now an African American Visitors Center and Art Studio. The Dedrick-Hamilton House is the centerpiece of the African American Cultural and Heritage Facility. 

Through our events and programs at the AACHF, we foster conversation, engagement, and an opportunity to explore the rich historical legacy of the community, as well as contemporary connections of the Black Diaspora in Austin. The facility is also home to the Greater Austin Black Chamber and our In- Residence partners. 

Holiday Schedule

2025

New Year’s Day:
Wednesday, January 1*

Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday:
Sunday and Monday, January 19 & 20*

Presidents Day:
Sunday and Monday, February 16 & 17*

Easter:
Sunday, April 20

Memorial Day:
Sunday and Monday, May 25 & 26*

Juneteenth:
Thursday, June 19*

Independence Day:
Friday, July 4*

Labor Day:
Sunday & Monday, August 31 & September 1*

Veterans Day:
Tuesday, November 11*

Thanksgiving Day:
Wednesday, November 26 (close at 6 PM); Thursday and Friday, November 27* & 28*

Staff Development Day:
Friday, December 12

Christmas:
Wednesday & Thursday, December 24* & 25*

New Years Eve (all locations close at 5 PM):
Wednesday, December 31

2026

New Year’s Day:
Thursday, January 1*

* Dates are official City of Austin holidays.

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