By: SoundSlam
Published: Sep. 13, 2006 - New York, NY

Global Artists Coalition (GAC), recently announced the launch of a temporary hip-hop museum and culture center at Harlem's Magic Johnson Theater from October 12-17, during New York City's first-ever hip-hop month. This initiative extends GAC's mission to provide children and young adults access to music, dance and visual arts that reflect their culture. Those pledging to contribute items to the museum include Salt-n-Pepa, Melle Mel, Grandmaster Flash, the Sugar Hill Gang and the Boogie Boys.

"Hip Hop was invented in New York City neighborhoods like Harlem," says Curtis Sherrod, Director of Community Services of Global Artists Coalition. "It has impacted generations across the globe and it's time for a first-class institution that celebrates this culture". The October event will commemorate the history, style, and sound of hip hop through the last three decades.

GAC is also endeavoring to raise over $4.9 million to create a permanent tribute to hip hop. A fundraiser to help finance a permanent museum facility and culture center will be held at Zip Code (2207 Adam Clayton Boulevard on Thursday, September 14, from 6pm - 10 pm. Among the guests will be Dana-Dane, Slick Rick, Doug E. Fresh and VJ Ralph McDaniels. Suggested donations for the event is $100. However, donations are being accepted in any amount. Check GlobalArtistsCoalition.org for how to contribute.

The culture center will feature:

* workshops

* seminars and symposiums

* music listening stations

* interactive exhibits and demonstrations

* film screenings

* arts competitions