Railroad City Cultural Center

06/20/2025

Here's a LIT 🔥 opportunity to do a photoshoot with fire from one of our Resident Artists, Mariah Hazard, through her company Lasting Impression Photos LLC

06/19/2025

MindOverMedia Studios captured some incredible shots of one of our favorite bands, Innocent Sin, at Juneteenth Freedom Fest - JJ25 this past weekend.

06/19/2025

We're so happy to have the opportunity work with these amazing folks from so many organizations. Make sure you check out their individual pages to see what events they're bringing to to Blair County for week.

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — There’s plenty of events coming up to celebrate Juneteenth in Blair County. Check out the full schedule below: 2025-Blair-County-Juneteenth-ScheduleDownload H…

06/18/2025

Don't forget about todays's Blair County NAACP Branch #2252 CommUNITY meeting, part of the area's 2025 Juneteenth Jubilee Week! Tomorrow morning, Redd Up Altoona Foundation - Community is cleaning up Prospect Park ahead of Saturday's Cookout, and the Blair Co. Genealogical Society is presenting "Civil War Altoona" in the evening. Exciting times!!

06/12/2025

Y’all already know we had to bring the most flavor-packed, drool-inducing food vendors in Central PA together for Juneteenth Freedom Fest - JJ25. We’re so excited to have Culture & Variety by City Needs LLC, Parlor Doughnuts, Fred’s Flatbreads, and the all-new 1205 Mainline Services LLC in Downtown THIS SATURDAY. We have plenty of overhead cover so you can enjoy all things and , through rain or shine. See you in the ordering line for these guys in Heritage Plaza from 4 to 7PM.

06/11/2025

We’re thrilled to officially announce the entertainment lineup for FREEDOM FEST, the kick-off event of this year’s Week:

🎸 OPENING ACT: RighteousNow is an Altoona-based Rock & Soul band whose genre-blending groove has blown away crowds at Levity Brewing Co - Altoona's SummerFest, Saturate Altoona, and the Railroad City Cultural Center's Grand Opening. This band has become a staple in community-based performances, blending faith, funk, and freedom into every set. Get ready for an electrifying opening that moves your feet and stirs your soul. PC: Lasting Impression Photos LLC

🎶 SMOOTH TRANSITION: Natalie Nikaó is the voice you didn’t know you needed—but won’t forget once you’ve heard it. On top of being named DownBeat Magazine's Vocal Jazz Artist of the Year, she’s mentored dozens of aspiring local vocalists and performed on stage with the likes of Josh Groban and Laila Biali. Don’t miss this chance to catch her live & in-person for FREE before the Nikaó Collective Tour begins in Altoona this August! PC: Photography

🔥 HEADLINER: Closing out the night with grit, fire, and unapologetic soul, Innocent Sin is a powerhouse collective that fuses Blues, R&B, and Reggae. Coming to us from Clearfield PA, this band has quickly built a loyal following for their boundary-pushing originals at the Blair County NAACP Branch #2252 Freedom Fighter Gala and Blair County African African American Heritage Festival. Make sure to listen close, as this musical tour-de-force is premiering their upcoming original album on the mainstage for your listening pleasure. PC: MindOverMedia Studios

Juneteenth Freedom Fest - JJ25 is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of culture, resilience, and unity. Bring your friends, your voice, and your energy as we celebrate freedom in all its forms through the power of music. Follow .official for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and full Juneteenth Jubilee weekend details.

05/24/2025

Meet the folks who are making Juneteenth Freedom Fest - JJ25 happen:
41st Acre, LLC & Railroad City Cultural Center (CEO Andrae M. Holsey)
Rhymestarr Entertainment, LLC (CEO Drew RhymeStarr McNair)
Dark Raven Audio Recording Studio (Audio Engineer Philly Grooves Wagner)
Get Cultured an Independent Podcast (Shoutout to Dani, David, Zach, Nate, and Steven)
D.j. Tyson
Music Helps LLC (CEO, Matthew Sheedy)
Lasting Impression Photos LLC (CEO, Mariah Hazard)

We are to share the vendors and artists with y'all!

04/22/2025

If you missed out on the No Hate In Our State Town Hall at the R3C with the Blair County NAACP Branch #2252, there's another opportunity to meet the PHRC TODAY in Altoona! Check out the details below.

04/03/2025

We are so excited to announce that we've joined the Altoona Area Business Community ! With this membership, we'll be expanding our ability to provide mobile entertainment services to AABC members and host community programming for businesses inside our venue.

The Railroad Cultural Center (R3C) is a newly revitalized entertainment hub and live music venue in the Historic Gable’s Building. Owned and managed by 41st Acre, LLC, R3C is an inclusive space where innovative programming, creative collaboration, and community resources come together. Our mission is to create unforgettable experiences that inspire and unite people.

As we continue to grow, we look forward to partnering with local businesses and empowering artists. With a strong focus on live entertainment and cultural programming, including the new "Get Cultured" podcast/talk show, we are dedicated to enriching Altoona’s creative scene.

02/20/2025

Check out this awesome story about the building we call home. Now, with the Altoona Area Business Community, our CEO (one of the building's Managers) is working to fill The Gable's Building and bridge the gap for small businesses who want to come to Downtown Altoona.

Local business owners are hoping to breathe new life into a largely unused and historic building in downtown Altoona through a new partnership with the Altoona Area Business Community.

02/03/2025

🎶 LIVE MUSIC ALERT! 🎶

This Valentine’s Day Weekend, the Railroad City Cultural Center (R3C) is bringing its energy and passion for live entertainment to Levity Brewing Co - Altoona!

Join us Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 6 PM for an unforgettable night of Rock & Soul with RighteousNow! ⚡🔥 This dynamic band, who appeared at our Grand Opening, is ready to set the stage with ELECTRIFYING performances and feel-good vibes.

📍 Levity Brewing Co., Downtown Altoona, PA
📅 Saturday, Feb 15 | 6 PM
💥 No Cover Charge – Just Good Vibes, Fantastic Food & Drinks and Great Music! 💥
Let us know you're coming at: https://www.facebook.com/events/436087886138614

Whether you're celebrating love, friendship, or just looking for a killer night out, this is THE place to be! Grab your crew, sip on some craft brews, and let’s make this a night to remember. 🎸🍻💃

01/09/2025

The continues! Shoutout to our friends at WJAC-TV News for the highlight of our renovation progress and vision for the area! You can watch the clip here:
https://wjactv.com/news/local/altoonas-new-arts-venue-aims-to-unite-region-through-concerts-forums-and-mentorship

The Railroad City Cultural Center, located in the historic Gable’s building in Altoona, is nearing the completion of the work that it has been undertaking for t