Art Blog
Something for Everyone at the Open House
When I hear the term “Open House,” I tend to assume a location will simply open its doors for the public to explore. But what makes the Youngstown Open House unique is the wide variety of special events, community organizations, and guest vendors who are making this a fun-for-all community event. Delicious food, live entertainment, class demonstrations, art…
The Hidden Talents at Youngstown
I’ve been working at the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center for a month now, and every day I meet new residents who are joining the roster of Open House participants. Until now, I had been unaware of just how many talented artists reside in the building. For example, I only just learned that my co-worker, Renee DeMartin– also…
Meet the Artists
Many people know that the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center houses groundbreaking arts programming and is a widely recognized model for comprehensive and integrated community engagement. The main floor is home to several community-based nonprofits such as Nature Consortium, Arts Corps, and The Service Board; and additional artists and organizations use the facilities for classes, workshops, performances, and exhibits.…
That's a WRAP!
Have you noticed youth along Delridge painting the signal boxes? The Work Readiness Art Program (WRAP) is in full gear, and participants are beautifying our neighborhood with original murals inspired by the life cycle of salmon and other sea life. Students get to work with professional artists to design and create the murals as they simultaneously…
Meet the new Youngstown Reservations Manager
Caitlin McCown joins the Youngtown staff after having completed her M.A. in Theatre Arts at CSU, Los Angeles. A Wisconsin native, Caitlin has spent the last ten years working in arts administration while cultivating her own work as a theatre artist. She has worked with theatres, museums, and other non-profits, and is quickly finding ways to…
Come "Back to School" at Youngstown September 21st!
Calling all art lovers, foodies, neighbors, and friends! You’re invited to Youngstown’s Annual Open House! The Open House is from 1-6 pm on Saturday, September 21st. Come and tour the live/work lofts of the Cooper artists, check out cool art fresh off the presses, see our facilities and enjoy the festivities planned to celebrate that…