Silicon Valley congressman secures millions to construct African American Cultural Center

A PROPOSED CULTURAL center aiming to honor the history of Silicon Valley’s Black residents and provide expansive support services just received millions to help build on its future.

The Silicon Valley African American Cultural Center, slated to open in 2027, has secured $4.1 million in federal funding thanks to Rep. Ro Khanna. The mixed-use development will be built on a roughly 2.7-acre lot at 2001 The Alameda in San Jose, and provide housing and a full menu of community services, including an on-site health clinic from Roots Community Clinic.