Six Square Austin's Black Cultural District

Six Square Austin's Black Cultural District Preserves the rich heritage & cultural contributions of East Austin's historical African American community through social programs and economic dev.

Six Square is the nexus of thriving Black arts and culture in Central East Austin. We re-animate cultural spaces, connect community, and honor the past, present, and future of Austin’s Black Cultural District. We envision a vibrant future for the District that grows from the rich legacy and cultural contributions of Austin’s Black community.

“The District is six square miles of historic geograp

hic sites that we are preserving for future generations. We are creating an incubation space where art and culture can be celebrated and enjoyed and brought to the limelight, not just for the community who lives here, but for all of Austin and Austin’s visitors.” -- James Nortey, Six Square Board member

📸 THIS FRIDAY 📸Austin, this is your final opportunity to take a photo with the iconic BLACK ARTISTS MATTER mural before ...
06/15/2026

📸 THIS FRIDAY 📸

Austin, this is your final opportunity to take a photo with the iconic BLACK ARTISTS MATTER mural before it is removed from East 11th Street.

For years, this mural has stood as a powerful symbol of culture, creativity, resilience, and the legacy of East Austin’s African American community. It has inspired conversations, celebrated Black artistry, and served as a reminder that Black art, Black stories, and Black voices matter.

Join us after the Juneteenth Parade as we come together one last time to celebrate the art, capture the moment, and honor its impact on our city.

🎶 Music by DJ Melissa Bellz

🍉 Refreshments Provided

📅 Friday, June 19, 2026

⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

📍 East 11th Street | In Front of Victory Grill

Bring your family, friends, cameras, and memories.

This isn’t just a photo opportunity.

It’s a chance to honor a piece of Austin history.

Let’s celebrate the art.

Let’s capture the moment.

Let’s honor the legacy.

📸 THEN & NOW: The George Washington Carver ComplexFor generations, the Carver has served as a center for learning, cultu...
06/05/2026

📸 THEN & NOW: The George Washington Carver Complex

For generations, the Carver has served as a center for learning, culture, history, and community in East Austin.

What began as an important resource for Austin’s African American community has grown into one of the city’s most treasured cultural institutions.

Today, the George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural & Genealogy Center continues its mission of preserving history, celebrating culture, and inspiring future generations through exhibitions, educational programming, genealogy resources, and community engagement.

As we launch our Then & Now series, we’re honoring the places that helped shape the legacy of Six Square and East Austin.

🏛 Then.
✨ Now.
❤️ Forever a part of our story.

What memories do you have of the Carver? We’d love to hear them.

🌈 Happy Pride Month 🌈This June, we celebrate the strength, resilience, creativity, and contributions of LGBTQ+ individua...
06/02/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month 🌈

This June, we celebrate the strength, resilience, creativity, and contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals who have helped shape our communities, culture, and history.

At Six Square, we believe every story matters. Preserving history means honoring the diverse voices, experiences, and identities that contribute to the rich fabric of our community.

Throughout Pride Month, we recognize and celebrate those who continue to inspire change, foster belonging, and create spaces where everyone can be seen, valued, and respected.

Happy Pride Month from Six Square. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

🎶 Happy Black Music Month 🎶This month, we honor the artists, musicians, venues, and cultural traditions that have shaped...
06/01/2026

🎶 Happy Black Music Month 🎶

This month, we honor the artists, musicians, venues, and cultural traditions that have shaped the soundtrack of our communities and our history.

From legendary stages like Austin’s Victory Grill to the voices inspiring future generations, Black music continues to tell our stories, preserve our culture, and move us forward.

Every note tells a story.
Every rhythm carries a legacy.
Every voice inspires the future.

🎶 BLACK MUSIC MONTH SPOTLIGHT 🎶As we kick off Black Music Month, we’re excited to share an upcoming conversation centere...
05/31/2026

🎶 BLACK MUSIC MONTH SPOTLIGHT 🎶

As we kick off Black Music Month, we’re excited to share an upcoming conversation centered on the future of Texas Black music.

Join TEXAPLEX (TPLX) Black Music Forum: Summer Sessions for an engaging discussion featuring artists, producers, journalists, and cultural leaders exploring the impact, evolution, and future of Black music across Texas and beyond.

Featuring:

🎤 Bun B
🎤 Dr. Chelsey Green
🎤 Slikk Muzik

Moderated by:

🎙️ Ogden Payne

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
📍 DAWA HQ
916 Springdale Rd, Bldg 4, Suite 109
Austin, TX

⏰ Meet & Greet Entry: 11:00 AM
⏰ General Admission: 12:00 PM

Black music has long served as a powerful force for storytelling, innovation, culture, and community. During Black Music Month, we celebrate the artists, visionaries, and changemakers whose contributions continue to influence generations.

🎟️ Scan the QR code on the flyer for tickets and event details.

Why is it called Six Square?The name comes from the approximately six-square-mile area of East Austin that became the he...
05/28/2026

Why is it called Six Square?

The name comes from the approximately six-square-mile area of East Austin that became the heart of Austin’s African American community.

While the district’s origins are rooted in a painful chapter of segregation through Austin’s 1928 Master Plan, generations of Black Austinites transformed these boundaries into something powerful — building thriving neighborhoods, churches, schools, businesses, music venues, and cultural institutions that shaped the city of Austin for decades to come.

Within Six Square lives the legacy of places like Huston-Tillotson University, Downs Field, Victory Grill, the Carver Complex, Rosewood Park & Rosewood Courts, and countless stories of resilience, excellence, culture, and community.

Today, Six Square continues working to preserve and celebrate the history, voices, and contributions of East Austin’s African American community.

This is more than a district.
This is legacy.
This is community.

❤️ What Six Square landmark, memory, or story means the most to you?

Welcome to Six Square.Located in the heart of East Austin, Six Square is the only state-designated African American Cult...
05/26/2026

Welcome to Six Square.

Located in the heart of East Austin, Six Square is the only state-designated African American Cultural Heritage District in Texas.

Our work is rooted in preserving history, amplifying community voices, celebrating culture, and ensuring the stories of East Austin continue to inspire future generations.

Over the coming weeks and months, we’ll be sharing the people, places, businesses, landmarks, and moments that have helped shape this community for generations.

Whether you’ve lived here your entire life, recently discovered East Austin, attended school here, worshipped here, owned a business here, or simply want to learn more about its rich history—we invite you to join us on this journey.

What does East Austin mean to you?

Share your memories, stories, and connections in the comments below.

🖤❤️💚 AUSTIN, THIS IS YOUR FINAL PHOTO OPPORTUNITY. 📸Come see us after the Juneteenth Parade!For years, the BLACK ARTISTS...
05/24/2026

🖤❤️💚 AUSTIN, THIS IS YOUR FINAL PHOTO OPPORTUNITY. 📸

Come see us after the Juneteenth Parade!

For years, the BLACK ARTISTS MATTER mural has stood as a powerful symbol of culture, creativity, resilience, and the legacy of East Austin’s African American community.

Before this iconic artwork is removed from East 11th Street, we invite you to join us for one last chance to capture the moment, celebrate the art, and honor the impact it has had on our city.

Bring your family, friends, cameras, and memories as we gather in community to recognize a mural that sparked conversations, inspired pride, and reminded us that Black art, Black stories, and Black voices matter.

🎶 Music by DJ Melissa Bellz

🥤 Refreshments will be provided

📅 Friday, June 19, 2026

⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

📍 East 11th Street | In Front of Victory Grill

This isn’t just a photo opportunity.

It’s a chance to honor a piece of Austin history.

Let’s celebrate the art.
Let’s capture the moment.
Let’s honor the legacy.

🖤❤️💚📸

Six Square is proud to announce Destiny Washington as Marketing & Special Projects Director.Six Square serves as the man...
05/13/2026

Six Square is proud to announce Destiny Washington as Marketing & Special Projects Director.

Six Square serves as the managing organization of Austin’s African American Cultural Heritage District, working to preserve history, activate culture, and strengthen community connections across the district.

Destiny brings a dynamic background in nonprofit, real estate, and community-centered marketing, with a passion for storytelling and creating meaningful connections. As a proud Austin native, she carries a deep personal connection to the culture, history, and community that shape the district.

In this role, Destiny will lead marketing efforts, support strategic programming, and help activate the district through culture, connection, and community.

Destiny Washington shared:

“Being born and raised in Austin, this work is personal for me. Storytelling is how we preserve culture, build connection, and create impact. I’m honored to be part of the work happening at Six Square and excited to help amplify the voices, stories, and experiences that define the district.”

Austin’s African American Cultural Heritage District
Managed by Six Square

Please join us in welcoming Destiny to this role and supporting the continued work of the district.

In 2025, Six Square was proud to support organizations doing meaningful work across Austin.From culture and arts to yout...
01/13/2026

In 2025, Six Square was proud to support organizations doing meaningful work across Austin.

From culture and arts to youth, history, and community building, these organizations continue to shape our district and our city.

Thank you for the work you do and for allowing us to stand alongside you.

🖤✨

ArtsAndCulture OurCommunityOurCulture

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6001 W Parmer Lane Ste. 370 PMB 3413
Austin, TX
78727

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15127360493

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