Main Gallery: Trying to find the words

Exploring the power of language through visual and spoken art

Opening Reception: Thursday, March 26, 2026 from 6-8pm

Join us in the gallery to mingle with artists, listen to poetry, check out the art and take part in art activities. We would love to see you there!

Exhibit Run: March 26 - April 18, 2026. Parking and admission are free to the public to view.

Call for art: Trying to Find the Words - Deadline March 24 by 8pm

Now offering free and discounted scholarships to classes and workshops for Downriver youth and teens!

We are honored and humbled that Americans for the Arts recognized our organization in their annual list of Top 10 Reasons to Support the Arts for the work we're doing with health and well-being! Thank you AFTA! https://fb.watch/vIzgpBYc0_/

The arts center and office are open during these hours: Tuesdays: 9am–8pm, Wednesdays: 12pm–2:30pm, Thursdays: 12pm–8pm, Saturdays: 9am–2:30pm. We are also open during many special events throughout the week and weekend!

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