Continuing the Quest for History Untold!
Kannapolis African-American Museum and Cultural Center, Inc.
Welcome
Welcome to the Kannapolis African-American Museum and Cultural Center, Inc. (KAA-MaCC) website. Learn about the rich history of KAA-MaCC, from its founding to the present day. Our museum has been dedicated to preserving and showcasing the cultural history of our communities in Cabarrus and Rowan County, North Carolina. The KAA-MaCC is a pivotal cultural institution dedicated to the preservation and celebration of African-American heritage in our region.
Vision 2026 Initiative
Our new Vision 2026 Initiative builds upon our mission to provide an inclusive and immersive experience of our heritage in Cabarrus and Rowan County. It aims to revitalize and expand our impact as a cultural institution. Vision 2026 outlines KAA-MaCC's strategy to enrich African-American heritage preservation, community engagement, and education. We will forge partnerships, broaden resources, and engage the community actively to create a sustainable future for the museum and cultural center.
art for the vision
KAA-MaCC Vision 2026 Online Charity Art Auction
Bid on Art. Preserve Our Stories. Build the Future.
Join the Kannapolis African-American Museum & Cultural Center, Inc. (KAA-MaCC) for ART FOR THE VISION, an online charity art auction benefiting Vision 2026. Bid on donated works of art and special treasures while supporting historical preservation, cultural education, community engagement, and KAA-MaCC’s future growth.
Online Bidding: September 14 – October 1, 2026
Every bid is an investment in legacy.
Whether or not you attend our 13th Anniversary Celebration & Hall of Fame Inductions on October 3, you can still be part of the vision.
BID. SUPPORT. BUILD.
Preserving History • Celebrating Culture • Building the Future
https://kaa-macc.auctions.networkforgood.com/auctions/art-for-the-vision
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13th Anniversary & Hall of Fame Inductions
Reserve Your Seat. Celebrate the Legacy. Be Part of History!
Purchase your tickets today through Eventbrite for a #Night2Remember at The Laureate Center, 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis, NC 28081.
Reception begins at 5:00 p.m
Individual Tickets: $100. |Reserved Tables Available (seating 8 and 10)
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Who's Who in Cabarrus-Rowan: Dr. Catrelia S. Hunter (Summer
📣 Steadfast Leadership at a Defining Moment
Dr. Catrelia Steele Hunter: A Legacy of Vision, Stability & Educational Excellence
The Summer 2026 edition of Who’s Who in Cabarrus-Rowan Magazine features Dr. Catrelia Steele Hunter, KAA-MaCC Hall of Fame Class of 2024 — The Year of the Woman. Her story reflects a lifetime of educational leadership, service, and the quiet strength required to lead during defining moments.
From guiding Livingstone College at a critical crossroad to breaking barriers for African-American women in education, Dr. Hunter’s journey demonstrates that consequential leadership is not always measured by visibility—it is measured by stewardship, stability, service, and lasting impact.
A Hall of Fame Legacy
The feature explores Dr. Hunter’s lifetime of service before the presidency, her leadership during a pivotal period at Livingstone College, the barriers she helped break, and the enduring influence of a career rooted in educational excellence.
Her story also embodies the purpose of the KAA-MaCC Hall of Fame: preserving the contributions of individuals whose leadership helped shape our institutions, strengthen our communities, and create opportunities for generations to follow.
Discover the Summer 2026 Edition
Read “Steadfast Leadership at a Defining Moment” and discover why Dr. Catrelia Steele Hunter represents a legacy of vision, stability, and educational excellence.
Be informed. Be inspired. Know the people whose stories are shaping—and preserving—the history of Cabarrus and Rowan Counties.
Advertising in Who's Who in Cabarrus-Rowan Magazine
📚 When you advertise in or purchase Who’s Who in Cabarrus-Rowan, you are supporting our mission to preserve the past, celebrate the present, and build a legacy for future generations.
👉 Interested in advertising in the next issue or becoming a sponsor? Email us at info@kaa-macc.org or visit our website to learn more.
Who's Who in Cabarrus-Rowan Magazine
Celebrate Excellence. Connect with Leaders.
Discover Who’s Who in Cabarrus-Rowan Magazine— a premier publication honoring influential leaders, businesses, and community changemakers shaping our region’s future.
Explore the latest issue, advertise your business, or reserve your place among Cabarrus-Rowan’s most distinguished voices.
A publication of the Kannapolis African-American Museum and Cultural Center, Inc. (KAA-MaCC)