Alaska Black Caucus welcomes community at preliminary ribbon cutting [Video]

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) – A preliminary ribbon cutting of a new building dedicated to People of Color in Anchorage opened their doors Saturday, November 9. Despite the building being unfinished, supporters were thrilled.

The Alaska Black Caucus began renovations on the Equity Center downtown in 2021. ABC estimates funding from community members and a variety of donations to total around $3 million.

Located on Barrow Street, the new Equity Center houses a commercial kitchen and conference room – and according to ABC will offer office spaces and co-working facilities. ABC says their vision is to serve Black, Indigenous and People of Color in Anchorage.

Renovations are not yet complete, contractors working on the renovations said they’re still waiting for things like cabinets and light fixtures. Celeste Hodge Growden, President and CEO of ABC, believed it was time to let the community see their progress.

During speeches from a wide array of supporters, including Senator …