Sacramento’s home of Chicano art, culture, & community.
Sacramento’s home of Chicano art, culture, & community.
Who we are
The Washington Neighborhood Center is a Historic Chicano Cultural Center with over 70 years serving the Indigenous, Chicano, and POC communities. Offering programs in the arts, education, wellness, culture, and an overall emphasis on youth development, the Center continues to serve as a refuge for the historically marginalized.
2024-2025 WNC Rehabilitation Project
Big news – the Center is expanding!
Project Vision
Our goal is to rehabilitate the building to improve energy efficiency, air-ventilation, and fully utilize the 5000 sq ft area in order to launch various essential art, wellness, education, and community facilities.
Become a Sponsor
Support our campaign to launch expanded programming and facilities at the WNC by becoming a sponsor. It’s a transformative moment for the WNC – but we need you to make it happen!
Now Hiring
The Center is now hiring to fill architect and construction manager positions for the construction and renovation portion of the rehabilitation project. Interested parties are encouraged to reach out!
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Our Programs
Danza Azteka – Kalpulli Itzkuauhtli
Every Sunday | 11:30 am
Danza Azteka – Telpochkalli Inc.
Friday | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Vogue Cultural Dance CLasses
Every Saturday | 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Registration Required
S.p.i.c.e. Embodiment Sessions
Classes starting soon. Date and Time TBD. Register now. Every Saturday | 12:00 am – 1:30 pm
Yin Yoga
Every 2nd Thursday monthly | 7:00 pm
WNC Open Wall Gallery
Every 3rd Saturday monthly | 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Two Spirit & Trans Healing Circle
Classes starting soon. Date and Time TBD. Register now.
TBC – Tribal Youth Talking Circle
Classes starting soon. Register now. | Every 3rd Wednesday monthly | 6:00 pm
Chicano Drawing Class with José Lott
Classes starting soon. Date and Time TBD. Register now.
K-5th S.T.E.A.M. & Literacy Program
Every 1st Sunday monthly | 2:00 pm
From Struggle to Print Writing Workshop
Classes starting soon. Date and Time TBD. Register now.
S.P.A.C.E Connect Youth Program
10-week Program | Every Wednesday starting June 26th | 12:30 am – 2:30 pm
Native Garden Volunteer Days
Every Friday | 9:00-11 am
Event Calendar
Donate
Our mission is made possible by people like you. Support the Center by making a donation!
Our History
