Updates and stories from the Booker T. Washington Learning Center — program highlights, community milestones, and the moments that have shaped our work in East Harlem.
Milestones & Community Events
25th Anniversary Celebration
The Booker T. Washington Learning Center marked a quarter-century of service to East Harlem families, celebrating the educators, volunteers, and community partners who made it possible.
Grand Opening of the New Facility
The Learning Center moved into its new home at 325 East 101st Street. A Grand Opening and Rent Party welcomed the community to tour the space and celebrate this major step forward.
Summer Camp & Benefit Concert
Summer Camp 2010 brought local youth together for enrichment and recreation. That year also featured a Benefit Concert to raise support for the Center's programs.
Summer Camp 2009
Another season of summer camp provided East Harlem children with structured activities, learning opportunities, and a safe place to grow during the school break.
Garden Party, Graduation Dinner & Summer Camp
The 2008 Garden Party brought the community together outdoors. The Graduation Dinner honored the year's graduating class, and Summer Camp 2008 kicked off a season of learning and fun.
Website Launch
The Learning Center launched its website, developed by Floyd Innovations LLC, to better connect with families, donors, and the broader East Harlem community.
Program Highlights
STEM Learning
Hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities designed to spark curiosity and build critical-thinking skills in young learners.
Girls on the Run
A youth development program combining physical activity with lessons on confidence, teamwork, and healthy living for girls in the community.
Aspen Youth Experience
The AYE program offered transformative outdoor and leadership experiences, broadening horizons for East Harlem youth.
A New Home on 101st Street
One of the most significant milestones in the Learning Center's history was the move to its dedicated facility at 325 East 101st Street, New York, NY 10029. The new space allowed the Center to expand programming and better serve East Harlem families.
The Grand Opening celebration welcomed neighbors, supporters, and community leaders to tour the facility and share in the excitement of this new chapter.
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Learn more about our mission, explore current program offerings, or reach out to the team.
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