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JAMII CENTER
for arts & media
OUR HOURS
Tuesdays & Thursdays
10am - 2pm
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CENTER
JAMII
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Jamii—Swahili for community—was launched as a pilot initiative in the historic Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago, a community long known for its cultural brilliance and resilient spirit. Powered by Black Alphabet, the Jamii Center was born out of a desire to explore how art and wellness can serve as powerful tools to gather, heal, and empower communities.
This space is more than a building—it is a living experiment in collective care and cultural expression. Created for the community and shaped by the community, Jamii Center exists to understand how neighborhoods cultivate belonging, safety, and solidarity through creativity and connection..
Jamii is not just a name. It is a promise.
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BY THE COMMUNITY
A SPACE FOR
THE COMMUNITY,
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VISIT THE JAMII CENTER
OPEN HOURS
Join us during Office Hours with Joshua X Miller and Adam L. McMath — a welcoming time for you to drop in, work remotely, bounce around ideas, or simply vibe with community.
Whether you're building your next big idea, looking to collaborate, or just want to make new friends, Jamii is your creative home in Bronzeville. Come relax, connect, and influence culture — this space was built with you in mind.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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YOUTH GROUP ART THERAPY
Art therapy is a therapeutic practice that uses creative processes like drawing and painting to enhance mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
This session is guided by art therapists Renecha.
Throw & Flow combines mindfulness and ceramics in a guided, hands-on workshop. Led by an art therapist and ceramic artist, participants explore creativity, self-awareness, and emotional wellness through sculpting, wheel-throwing, and reflective practices in a calming, supportive environment.
In this session you are invited to explore a new way of approaching poetry.
This session is guided by art therapist Shalom
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ADULT GROUP ART THERAPY
THROW & FLOW
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OUR SPACE FOCUSES ON INSPIRING LGBTQIA+ CREATIVES
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What is the max capacity?The Jamii Center host up to 80 People.
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What events can I host here?The Jamii Center is perfect for any gathering! Baby Showers Team Meetings Photo Studio Reception Prom Send Off Bachelor/Bachelorette Party
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What are the cost & requirements to rent?To rent the Jamii Center: Cost: $150/hr Minimum time: 4 hours
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ParkingThere is FREE STREET PARKING. Avoid parking in the the parking lot.
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