Gaines/Oldham Black Culture Center
Connect With Us
Our Hours
Summer Hours
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Fall and Spring Hours
Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Address
813 Virginia Ave
Columbia, MO 65211
Contact Us
Phone: 573-882-2664
Email: gobcc@missouri.edu
Signature Events
GOBCC Homecoming Tailgate
Hosted each fall, this event is a celebratory space for current students and alumni to enjoy Mizzou tradition, history and connection.
Fall Fest
Hosted each fall, this event invites students to get connected to on- and off-campus resources, find their next involvement opportunity and grow their network all while enjoying live performances.
Rise & Grind
Hosted every third Monday, this series encourages students to grow their network, find resources and get connected to campus communities while enjoying free breakfast.
Discover Student Organizations
With over 700+ recognized student organizations, there are endless opportunities to get involved outside the classroom.
History
The GOBCC was first established in 1972 as the Black Culture House and located at Turner avenue, its creation prompted by student voices, notably the Legion of Black Collegians. In 1978, the Black Culture House was relocated to Virginia avenue, and became known as the Black Culture Center. In 1998, the 11,000 square foot, multifunctional facility now known as the GOBCC was opened, bearing the names Gaines/Oldham as of 2000 for Llloyd L. Gaines and Marian O’Fallon Oldham, two Black pioneers and campus leaders. Today, the GOBCC includes space for connection, classes and events.
