From the award-winning O.M.A. (Opening Minds through Art) Program
to bringing art classes to schools, seniors, and libraries,
ArtReach enhances and uplifts the community through one universal language — ART.
An art-making program for people with dementia and their caregivers, O.M.A. (Opening Minds through Art) is an award-winning, evidence-based, intergenerational art-making program for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other neurocognitive disorders. Please click below for more details, along with training/session dates and sign-up information.
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Thursdays from 1-3 pm from October 1st to December 13th
A welcoming, expressive, and inclusive musical community for those affected by neurocognitive brain change and their care partners. Inspired by evidence-based research around the health and well-being benefits of music, the Cultural Arts Center is proud to host the Forget Me Knot Choir. In partnership with VCU Health, VCU Music Program, Forget Me Knot Café, and VCU Gerontology. Care partners join with their loved one to sing and enjoy an uplifting experience each week. The program is offered at no cost to the public.
For more info, email Outreach Manager Jen De Cerff at jenniferdecerff@artsglenallen.com
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
If you are interested in supporting participants in the program, by being a greeter, singing partner, bringing refreshments, or helping with set up, register below!
Since 2013, The Center has partnered with Henrico Police Athletic League (PAL) to provide afterschool, on-site, visual arts programming at 4 elementary schools. Henrico PAL strives to bridge the gap between police officers and the community. In appreciation of their mission, The Center provides instructors and art supplies free of charge in a partnership that enriches young lives through Art.
For more info, email Camp Director Jen Brinkley at jennifer.brinkley@artsglenallen.com.
BIG dreams start here—whether your camper loves the art studio, the runway, or the stage, the perfect camp is waiting for them to shine!
MUSICAL THEATRE in June:
Triple Threat Junior (Ages 7-11)
Triple Threat Theatre (Ages 12-16)
ART in July:
Habitat Heroes Camp (Ages 7-11)
Fashion Art Camp (Ages 12-16)
James River Juvenile Detention Center: The Cultural Arts Center partners with Henrico County to bring evocative art experiences to JRJDC residents. Whether it is the visual arts, improvisational theatre lessons, creating mural art, visiting a museum exhibit, or attending a theatrical performance, our teachers engage residents in positive self-expression and public art exhibitions. Participation in the cultural arts imparts a new capacity for young people to do more than they imagine possible. These opportunities to build self-awareness, communication skills, and confidence in their accomplishments all work towards reducing recidivism and increasing self-esteem.
Henrico Juvenile Detention Home: Youth in the juvenile justice system need mentorship. At HJDC, personal relationship with an adult who understands opens alternatives and provides stability for teen boys and girls awaiting placement. Our teachers use chess, personal experience, and writing to share chess-like strategies for real life choices.
For more info, email Outreach Manager Jen De Cerff at jenniferdecerff@artsglenallen.com
By taking jewelry and craft classes directly to senior communities, residents enjoy a piece of the Cultural Arts Center in the convenience of their own activity centers.
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The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen relies upon the generosity of friends, corporations, foundations, the County of Henrico and its Board of Directors to provide first-rate programming to the greater Richmond community at affordable prices. The Center is the only regional facility to provide access to the performing, visual and literary arts through performances and classes. As a registered 501(c)3 organization, contributions to The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen are tax deductible to the extent of the law. Gifts of any amount increase the quantity and quality of artistic opportunities available to the community. Donations may be made by cash, securities or credit card and can be made in a single payment or in installments.
Click Here to Support The CenterTo donate art supplies, please contact Jen De Cerff at jenniferdecerff@artsglenallen.com or Jen at jennifer.brinkley@artsglenallen.com.
Call for Sewing Machines! For Fashion Art Camp 2027, the fashionistas need additional sewing machines that are in working order. To donate a sewing machine and receive a tax receipt, please use one of the contacts above. In addition, we welcome interesting fabric as well!
Our ArtReach classes are always in need of new canvases, watercolor paper and jewelry-making supplies. Thank you in advance!
