[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 179 (Monday, November 13, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2171]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          TRIBUTE TO THE AFRICAN HERITAGE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

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                          HON. CARRIE P. MEEK

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 13, 1995

  Mrs. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I 
join with the people throughout our community in recognizing the 20th 
anniversary of the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center in Miami.
  The African Heritage Cultural Arts Center, formerly the Model City 
Cultural Arts Center, opened its doors in 1975 in the heart of the 
inner-city community. The center was conceived and developed through 
the efforts, ideals and commitments of a citizens task force on which 
it was my honor to serve as a member of the board of directors.
  The African Heritage Cultural Arts Center has a comprehensive, 
developmental multiart program which includes an array of classes in 
dance, drama, instrumental music, voice music, and visual arts. The 
facility has many elements of a full cultural center. It houses a dance 
studio, a music room, arts and crafts studio and much more. The center 
is a catalyst for youth in the arts, and offers such outstanding 
programs as the after school Arts Academy and the Saturday Creative 
Arts Workshop.
  The Cultural Center has seen many of its students go on to various 
levels of prominence. The center's programs provide an important 
service to our community and have proven to be very beneficial. They 
offer an outlet for young people to learn and enjoy the arts through 
developmental, multiarts programs. The classes have boosted the morale 
of our young people and have provided a positive influence in our 
community.
  Mr. Speaker, the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center has dedicated 
the past 20 years to developing the minds and skills of our young 
people. I wholeheartedly commend this wonderful organization for its 
steadfast service to our community. I know my colleagues join me in 
honoring the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center on the occasion of 
this tremendous milestone in its history.

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