![The AACC at the University of Illinois-Chicago takes an interesting and unique look at the African-American experience in Chicago. A look that needs to explored.The organizations mission reads: "Founded in 1991, the African American Cultural Center (AACC) at UIC supports the academic and diversity missions of the University by engaging campus and community partners in innovative cultural, social and scholarly activities that examine African-American and African-Diasporan identities, traditions and creative practices through a social justice lens. The AACC recognizes that identities are socially constructed and intersectional. To that end, the Center especially supports programs and initiatives that promote collaboration and experiential learning."In support of this mission the Center offers displays, seminars and cultural events. It is located on the UIC campus at 830 S Halsted St. ](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/hash/be/2d/1362353678_4162_images%20%2811%29.jpg?itok=GP3Pnix6 "The AACC at the University of Illinois-Chicago takes an interesting and unique look at the African-American experience in Chicago. A look that needs to explored.The organizations mission reads: "Founded in 1991, the African American Cultural Center (AACC) at UIC supports the academic and diversity missions of the University by engaging campus and community partners in innovative cultural, social and scholarly activities that examine African-American and African-Diasporan identities, traditions and creative practices through a social justice lens. The AACC recognizes that identities are socially constructed and intersectional. To that end, the Center especially supports programs and initiatives that promote collaboration and experiential learning."In support of this mission the Center offers displays, seminars and cultural events. It is located on the UIC campus at 830 S Halsted St. "){kind=small}
![The Dank Haus German-American Cultural Center is located at 4740 N. Western Ave. Its mission is to "[Promote] and preserve German culture and language for all to enjoy." The center also offers free German language classes, and cultural and entertainment programs.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/f1/21/1362353541_5125_logo.jpg?itok=HQxLTwhl "The Dank Haus German-American Cultural Center is located at 4740 N. Western Ave. Its mission is to "[Promote] and preserve German culture and language for all to enjoy." The center also offers free German language classes, and cultural and entertainment programs."){kind=logo}
Cartographers recognize over 200 neighborhoods in the city. These are further broken down to 77 community areas. While the ethnic makeup of these neighborhoods have changed over time the architecture, churches and businesses still reflect the original settlers.
Subsequently Chicago has always been known as a city of neighborhoods and cultures.
As a result of the melding of people and institutions many ethnic groups have created cultural centers to preserve and identify their heritage. Often these centers are located in the original location in which this ethnic group settled.
Anyone driving on the Stevenson Expressway, I-55, will see signs for the Lithuanian World Center in Westmont and the Ukrainian Cultural Center in Chicago.
Below is a list of some of the lesser known, but equally important cultural centers that reflect the diversity of Chicagoland. They are listed in no particular order of importance.
![The Dank Haus German-American Cultural Center is located at 4740 N. Western Ave. Its mission is to "[Promote] and preserve German culture and language for all to enjoy." The center also offers free German language classes, and cultural and entertainment programs.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/f1/21/1362353541_5125_logo.jpg?itok=Cd0dC85H "The Dank Haus German-American Cultural Center is located at 4740 N. Western Ave. Its mission is to "[Promote] and preserve German culture and language for all to enjoy." The center also offers free German language classes, and cultural and entertainment programs."){kind=logo}
![The AACC at the University of Illinois-Chicago takes an interesting and unique look at the African-American experience in Chicago. A look that needs to explored.The organizations mission reads: "Founded in 1991, the African American Cultural Center (AACC) at UIC supports the academic and diversity missions of the University by engaging campus and community partners in innovative cultural, social and scholarly activities that examine African-American and African-Diasporan identities, traditions and creative practices through a social justice lens. The AACC recognizes that identities are socially constructed and intersectional. To that end, the Center especially supports programs and initiatives that promote collaboration and experiential learning."In support of this mission the Center offers displays, seminars and cultural events. It is located on the UIC campus at 830 S Halsted St. ](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/be/2d/1362353678_4162_images%20%2811%29.jpg?itok=naoSgmk- "The AACC at the University of Illinois-Chicago takes an interesting and unique look at the African-American experience in Chicago. A look that needs to explored.The organizations mission reads: "Founded in 1991, the African American Cultural Center (AACC) at UIC supports the academic and diversity missions of the University by engaging campus and community partners in innovative cultural, social and scholarly activities that examine African-American and African-Diasporan identities, traditions and creative practices through a social justice lens. The AACC recognizes that identities are socially constructed and intersectional. To that end, the Center especially supports programs and initiatives that promote collaboration and experiential learning."In support of this mission the Center offers displays, seminars and cultural events. It is located on the UIC campus at 830 S Halsted St. ")
![The Chicago Chinese Cultural Institute is located at 2131 S. Archer Ave."The mission of the Chicago Chinese Cultural Institute is to conduct training programs and events to promote Chinese language and culture; introduce the best of Chinese culture to America and vice versa; educate people of the two cultures on how to communicate more efficiently; assist main-stream corporations reaching out to the Asian American communities; facilitate American corporations to do business in China by supplying outsourcing consulting and translation; organize city tours for Chinese visitors and Chinatown tours for general public; Import and export cultural products."Among other events it offers tours of Chinatown and cultural programs.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/bb/5e/1362353470_2246_images%20%288%29.jpg?itok=H2A6Ovw5 "The Chicago Chinese Cultural Institute is located at 2131 S. Archer Ave."The mission of the Chicago Chinese Cultural Institute is to conduct training programs and events to promote Chinese language and culture; introduce the best of Chinese culture to America and vice versa; educate people of the two cultures on how to communicate more efficiently; assist main-stream corporations reaching out to the Asian American communities; facilitate American corporations to do business in China by supplying outsourcing consulting and translation; organize city tours for Chinese visitors and Chinatown tours for general public; Import and export cultural products."Among other events it offers tours of Chinatown and cultural programs.")
![Okay, we all new it existed, but how many have made the trek to 4626 N. Knox Ave."The mission of the Irish American Heritage Center is to nurture and strengthen Irish culture and heritage through programs emphasizing Irish music, literature, drama, traditional dancing, fine arts, and the constructive contributions of the Irish and Irish-American people to the United States of America. The Irish American Heritage Center supports this mission by maintaining its resources including the:· Museum · Irish School· Archives · Choir· Art gallery · Library· Auditorium · Theatrical troupe· And other related programs and partnerships while providing a gathering place for the Irish American community and those interested in Irish culture."](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/db/e8/1362353541_3494_images%20%289%29.jpg?itok=mRkgIVlo "Okay, we all new it existed, but how many have made the trek to 4626 N. Knox Ave."The mission of the Irish American Heritage Center is to nurture and strengthen Irish culture and heritage through programs emphasizing Irish music, literature, drama, traditional dancing, fine arts, and the constructive contributions of the Irish and Irish-American people to the United States of America. The Irish American Heritage Center supports this mission by maintaining its resources including the:· Museum · Irish School· Archives · Choir· Art gallery · Library· Auditorium · Theatrical troupe· And other related programs and partnerships while providing a gathering place for the Irish American community and those interested in Irish culture."")
![The Lithuanian World Center is located at 14911 127 St., Lemont, Ill. between State St. and Archer Ave.It offers programs in dance, song and art. In addition to athletic programs, art and community service. Its mission is: "The LWC promotes and preserves Lithuanian culture and heritage. The Center is a resource for the community and visitors to learn about and appreciate Lithuanian culture." ](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/10/de/10de9f7a5add9a04d1f037f0001a971f.jpg?itok=qr_cFlR3 "The Lithuanian World Center is located at 14911 127 St., Lemont, Ill. between State St. and Archer Ave.It offers programs in dance, song and art. In addition to athletic programs, art and community service. Its mission is: "The LWC promotes and preserves Lithuanian culture and heritage. The Center is a resource for the community and visitors to learn about and appreciate Lithuanian culture." ")
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