The Black Cultural Zone is a coalition of Black residents, leaders, organizers and advocates formed to keep culture and place for Black folks in East Oakland. The organization's core value focuses on arts and cultural preservation and innovation, including:
- People: We are unapologetically & deliberately & joyfully Black.
- Culture: We preserve and uplift our customs, arts, social institutions and other manifestations of our collective achievements.
- Love and Unity: We respect Black diversity in all its beauty, differences and expressions. We are devoted to equitable intergenerational participation and deeply bonded with each other from Africa throughout the Diaspora.
- Creativity: We elevate self and community expression through art, imagination, innovation and intellect.
The Black Cultural Zone currently licenses Liberation Park on 7101 Foothill Blvd. in Oakland. The area is home to several community events in the area, including the Akoma Market, Afro Fridays, Film Friday and more. On February 5th, the Black Cultural Zone will host "Sooooo Chocolate" at Liberation Park from 11a-3p. Get more information on the chocolate festival here!
Learn more about The Black Cultural Zone here.