CLEVELAND — Editor's note: The video in the player above is from a story published on April 19, 2021.
On Friday, the Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) announced the opening date for the new Community Arts Center located in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood of Cleveland’s west side.
The new center will open to the public Saturday, June 12, and will be launched alongside CMA's 'Parade the City' program.
“The establishment of a Community Arts Center is a key goal of our 2017 strategic plan, and with this new space, we expand our footprint into a vibrant, urban neighborhood on the city’s west side,” said William M. Griswold, director of the CMA. “We hope to connect with new audiences through a range of arts programs and look forward to collaborating with neighborhood partners to enrich the transformative experiences that we offer to all audiences.”
The 20,000 square-foot property located in the Astrup Awning factory complex is a joint project with Clark Fulton Together, a program driven by MetroHealth Hospital, the City of Cleveland, Metro West Community Development Organization and local businesses to bring diverse content to local residents.
CMA also announced that the first exhibition at the Clark-Fulton Community Arts Center will be 'Parade the Circle: Celebrating 30 Years of Art and Community.' The display will feature collections of puppets, costumes and masks from cultures and artists all around the world.
In addition to the new facility's opening, CMA also plans to host programs throughout the summer and fall for Northeast Ohioans to enjoy, including:
- Classes and workshops led by local teaching artists for children, adults and families
- Drop-in activities for all ages
- Guest artist workspaces
- Activities and workspaces for community members participating in Parade the Circle, Chalk Festival and the Lantern Festival
For more information about upcoming programs through CMA, click here.
Editor's note: The video in the player below is from a story published on April 26, 2021.