Our Impact
Transforming our community through the power of the arts
Discover how our arts initiatives are inspiring inclusivity, creativity and empowerment in the community.
The ArtsCenter’s
impactful programs
At The ArtsCenter, our impact extends beyond the realm of artistic experiences—we are catalysts for community growth, inclusivity, and lifelong enrichment. Recognizing the arts as a unifying force, we consciously bring together people from varying ages, races, genders, and backgrounds, creating a mosaic of creative minds and fostering a sense of community.
Engaging in the arts does more than ignite creativity—it cultivates holistic well-being. Artistic participation is an antidote to stress, a booster for mental health, and a nourishment for the soul. Guided by this belief, we strive tirelessly to broaden access to these transformative experiences. Through various initiatives and programs, we extend the joy and benefits of the arts to every corner of our community.
Our commitment doesn't stop at promoting arts education; we actively strive to dismantle barriers and foster enduring, positive connections. Through scholarships, outreach programs, and collaborative partnerships, we continuously work towards nurturing a healthier, more vibrant, and equitable community in Orange County.
Title One Artist In Residency (AIR) Program
This program has been generously supported by Orange County Arts Commission, North Carolina Arts Council, and Duke Health.
Learn more about the AIR programOur Partnership with the Refugee Community Partnership center
At The ArtsCenter, we deeply value the richness that diversity and inclusivity bring to our community. We are steadfastly committed to fostering artistic engagement among culturally underserved populations. A testament to this commitment is our meaningful partnership with the Refugee Community Partnership Center, which extends our vibrant arts opportunities to immigrants and refugees from regions such as Burma (Karen), Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.
As part of this initiative, The ArtsCenter provides classroom spaces, art supplies, and fair compensation for teaching artists to lead classes within their art disciplines. To ensure inclusivity, we also offer childcare compensation, allowing parents to fully engage in our classes. The positive feedback from the communities we serve has been overwhelming, spurring us to expand this program to more refugee communities in the future.
Our 2022 program featured two Burmese sewing class sessions, which received such immense popularity that we organized six additional sessions later that year. Looking forward to 2023, our aim is to expand this inclusive initiative to more communities, including the commencement of six Latinx sewing sessions. Together, we're weaving a tapestry of cultural expression and unity.
The ArtsCenter’s
Innovative MakerSpaces
Unleashing Creative Potential
The ArtsCenter's Environmental Initiatives
The ArtsCenter is grateful to the organizations which have supported our green initiatives.
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