Hispanic Heritage
Council of WNY Inc.
P.O. Box 361
Buffalo, NY 14201
Phone:
716-402-1HHC (1442)
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We're thankful for the generous support received from:
Mulroy Family Foundation
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Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute page
Supporting the Casimiro D. Rodriguez Sr. Legacy Fund, a fund at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, means supporting the vision and longevity of the Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute. This project, made possible by the Hispanic Heritage Council and countless supporters, will provide a welcoming space for the entire community to meet, learn and rejoice.
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Architectural Design Description
The proposed new center, a first in Upstate in New York, will be located at the corner of Niagara and Hudson Streets on Buffalo's west side, which will be Green Energy Efficient with energy efficient amenities, will encompass approximately 38,000 square feet on three floors. The primary architectural design objective is to create a friendly, modern, and sustainable facility with as Hispanic / Latino elegance. The conceptual exterior images depict a variety of natural materials such as stone and wood, accented with bold colors- reminiscent of the Caribbean. The facades also incorporate expansive sections of glass to deliver abundant natural light and encourage visual connections to the internal activities, promoting inclusivity for a diverse user group.
Interior spaces include a museum, art gallery, café, gift shop, performing arts theater, activities space, broadcast media center, learning labs and administrative spaces- spread over the first two floors. The third floor has been allocated for tenant leased space as means of generating revenue, to support economic sustainability. The entire facility is conceived to be inherently flexible, with multi-functional spaces, and the ability to adapt to future space needs and desired programming.
In accordance with the Unified Development Ordinance for the City of Buffalo (commonly referred to as the "Green Code") a civic building should be designed to stand apart from its surroundings due to the special nature of its use as a public facility. A civic building is often among the most prominently sited and architecturally significant in a neighborhood.
Here are recent articles and videos on the plan and our progress:
- Tops donates over $41K to Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY (WIVB, Oct 15 2024)
- 'Something that's been missing in this community': Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute construction (Oct 4 2024)
- Creating a new space to celebrate Hispanic heritage in Western New York (Sept 29 2024)
- Governor Hochul Breaks Ground on $30 Million Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute (Sept 15 2023)
- The Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY has Big Plans (Oct 23 2023)
- Hispanic Heritage Month starting off strong on Niagara Street (English - YouTube) (Sept 14 2023)
- Hispanic Heritage Month starting off strong on Niagara Street (Espanol) (Sept 14 2023)
- Watch Mayor Byron Brown's remarks at the Ground Breaking Ceremony.
- Casimiro Rodriguez Sr., the HHC President, shares his heart at the Ground Breaking Ceremony.
- Hispanic Heritage Institute Granted Federal Funding For New Museum (Aug 30 2023)
- $1M will help build Hispanic heritage center in Buffalo (Aug 30 2023)
- Senator Gillibrand and Congressman Higgins Announce $1 Million Toward Construction of the Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute (Aug 30 2023)
- Gillibrand, Higgins to announce funding toward planned Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute in Buffalo (Aug 30 2023)
- Hispanic Cultural Institute breaking ground soon (Aug 1 2023)
- Mayor Byron Brown present and gave remarks at the Ground Breaking Ceremony! (Click for his official FB Live video)
- The Editorial Board: A new cultural gift on Niagara Street (July 2023)
- Planning Board backs Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute's plan for new center (July 2023)
- New Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute coming to Buffalo (Oct 14 2022)
- Governor Hochul Announces More Than $26 Million Awarded in Round XI of the Regional Economic Development Council Initiative
- Hispanic Cultural Institute Coming to Buffalo's West Side
- Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute on Buffalo's West Side officially half funded
- The largest Hispanic Heritage cultural center in upstate New York is one step closer to reality
- Hispanic Heritage Council receives nearly $4 million towards construction of Cultural Institute
- $2.5 million state grant boosts plans for Buffalo's Hispanic cultural institute
- Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute of WNY targeted opening date in 2024
- Heritage Cultural Institute expected to break ground in 2023
- Hispanic Cultural Institute closer to becoming a reality in Buffalo
- Plans to Build $10M Cultural Institute on Buffalo's West Side Moving Forward
- State of the City 2.20.20 Announcement highlighting the Cultural Institute project by Mayor Bryon W. Brown
- City of Buffalo Pledges To Back Building of Hispanic Institute
- Hispanic Heritage Council Appoints Chairperson To Help Fundraise For A New Cultural Institute On The City's Westside
- Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute Project Overview
- Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY Launches Fundraising Campaign
- Hispanic Heritage Council announces $10 million institute coming to Niagara Street
- $10 Million Cultural Institute coming to Buffalo's Hispanic Heritage District
- $10 Million Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute goes to City Committee today
- Buffalo News Article from June 17th, 2019
- 2019 Overview Video June 22, 2019
- Hispanic Heritage Council Hosts 7th Annual Community Breakfast
We also have a PDF of the Site Plan available.