Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute

The Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI) is a nonprofit organization based in East Harlem in New York City that serves as an Afro-Caribbean center of culture and community for members of the African diaspora.

[1] The Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI) was founded in 1976 by Dr. Marta Moreno Vega.

[3] CCCADI is currently located in a decommissioned historic landmark fire house on 125th Street near Park Avenue in East Harlem, New York City,[4][5] after the City decided to decommission five firehouses and turn them into cultural centers.

[2][8][9][10] The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as Fire Hook and Ladder Company No.

[11] In addition to art exhibitions, the center also schedules regular lectures and concerts related to the Caribbean and African cultures.