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Developing the Arts

Welcome to the heart of our community's creative growth: the Developing the Arts hub. This platform embodies our commitment to foster, stimulate, and facilitate the exploration of arts within our vibrant community. Whether you're an emerging artist seeking growth opportunities, an established artist searching for grants, or an adult seeking enrichment through creative engagement, you'll find a wealth of resources here. Dive into each subsection to find detailed information on grants, artist opportunities, adult enrichment programs, and more. Let's shape a more colorful, connected, and creative world together.

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Mission

 
 

Our mission is to ignite the flames of creativity and weave art into the fabric of our community's soul. We are dedicated to nurturing budding talents, supporting established artists, and fostering a thriving arts ecosystem. Through grants, programs, and resources, we strive to inspire, empower, and amplify the voices of artists while creating spaces for diverse expressions to flourish. Join us in cultivating a tapestry of imagination, culture, and inspiration that enriches the lives of all who call our community home.

Vision

 

Our vision for Developing the Arts is to cultivate a dynamic artistic landscape that radiates with innovation, inclusivity, and transformative experiences. We envision a community where creativity knows no bounds, where artists of all backgrounds and disciplines can thrive, and where the arts are seamlessly integrated into the tapestry of daily life. Through collaboration, empowerment, and a steadfast commitment to artistic growth, we aspire to create a world where the arts are a driving force of connection, understanding, and cultural enrichment for generations to come.

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Hours of Operation

Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am-6:00pm

Saturday: 10:00am-4:00pm

Closed Sunday & Monday

Hours Are Subject to Change


The Arts Center is open to the public and admission is free.

ADULT CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

YOUTH CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
CREATIVE CRAFTZ

HAPPY LITTLE ARTISTS

MOMMY & ME

POSE & PLAY

SUMMER CAMP

WHO WE ARE

STAFF

VOLUNTEERS

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

SPONSORSHIP

UMBRELLA ORGANIZATIONS

WHAT WE DO

GET INVOLVED

MEMBERSHIP

IN OUR GALLERIES

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CALENDAR

CONTACT US

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400 NORTH QUEEN STREET
KINSTON, NC 28501


 

(+1) 252 527 2517


 

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Financial information about this 501©-3 organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at

(919) 807-2214. This license is not an endorsement by the State.

The Community Council for the Arts is the regional center unifying community ties through exposure to the arts and providing rich cultural experiences while promoting tourism, economic development, and educational opportunities for all.

 

Funding for Arts Center Programs provided in part by the

National Endowment for the Arts, North Carolina Arts Council - a State agency, and the Southern Arts Federation.

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