Arts In The Community
Our work in the community is based on the belief that the arts are for everyone, and thus our programs in and for the community are broad-reaching and varied. We are able to carry out these initiatives by collaborating with the community-based organizations that keep our towns and villages vibrant.
Follow the links to learn more about what ArtsWestchester is up to in your community!
We bring artist residencies to schools, daycare centers, after-school programs, homeless shelters and senior centers.
> Learn more about Artist Residency programs in the community
Our Arts Alive grant program provides funds for individual artists and organizations to work in, for and focus on the community.
> Arts Alive Grant guidelines and application form
For the past three years, ArtsWestchester has partnered with some 50 community organizations and local libraries to bring The Big Read to Westchester.
> Read about The Big Read
In partnership with the Mount Vernon Public Library, we present a series of exhibitions in the Library’s Rotunda Gallery.
>Find out more about the Gallery in the Mt. Vernon Library
Our Folk Arts program identifies, documents, and showcases the work of local tradition bearers.
> Visit the Folk Arts Program page
The innovative Summer Youth Photography Job Training Program gives White Plains students the opportunity to learn the basics of photography and to organize an exhibition of their work.
> Find out more about the Summer Youth Photography Job Training Program
Free Arts Day is a Westchester holiday season tradition. This year, we’re extending it to an entire weekend! On December 3-5, 2010, arts organizations and venues throughout the county offer free admission to exhibitions, performances and workshops.
> Learn more about Free Arts Weekend
Our work in the community is based on the belief that the arts are for everyone, and thus our programs in and for the community are broad-reaching and varied. We are able to carry out these initiatives by collaborating with the community-based organizations that keep our towns and villages vibrant.
