Queen Ann Nzinga Center

Mission: Fostering children’s development by providing them with opportunities to connect within a community of peers and mentors, discover and hone their individual talents, achieve success in a collaborative environment, and celebrate diversity.

Queen Ann Nzinga Center, Inc. (QANC) emphasizes artistic expression and collaborative interaction to enhance the growth of program participants. QANC is named for a 15th Century African queen who protected her people from being sold into slavery. The name symbolizes the organization's aim to empower young people with skills and experiences to thrive.

QANC strives to serve youth and our community at large by encouraging our youth to develop their confidence and talent and then highlighting their talents in a community-focused art-infused production for the greater community to enjoy.

QANC accomplishes its mission through multi-dimensional programming including:
Facilitating Children's Mentoring and Enrichment Programs
Storytelling and Performing Sacred Music (spirituals) of the African American Experience in American History
Collaborating in musical performances showcasing program participants and regional musicians

19 Chestnut St
New Britain,

Phone: 860-229-8389

Web Site: https://www.qanc.org/