Community Arts

Fall 2023 Art Classes Are Here!

Art classes for all ages and all levels begin in September. Register now! Scholarships available. 

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Munson Community Arts offers kids, teens, and adult classes taught by experienced, professional artists using state of the art equipment in the same contemporary facilities that encompass the stellar Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica.  The Community Arts program mission is to enhance artistic appreciation, understanding, and skill in people of all ages. For over 60 years, the program continues to build relationships with individuals and organizations and remains the leader in arts education through innovative programming. Community Arts focuses on growth, accessibility, professional development, advocacy for arts education, outreach, and community partnerships.


Community Arts Scholarships

Scholarships for each semester are available to kids, teens, and adults who demonstrate significant financial need. Awards are limited and the amounts vary based on the number of qualified applications received. Scholarship forms may be submitted below, by phoning (315) 797-8260, or email at mwpsoa@mwpai.edu. 

Fall deadline is Monday, September 11. Please note applications are reviewed in the order they are received.

Adult Scholarship Application - Apply Now

Child/Teen Scholarship Application - Apply Now

We are honored with awarding from the following funds:
+ Partnership For Equity In The Arts Fund
+ Elizabeth R. Lemieux Children’s Scholarship Fund
+ Ellen Marie Geiersbach Memorial Children's Scholarship Fund
+ Carmen E. Guarnieri Scholarship Fund
+ Community Arts Education Scholarship Fund


Fall 2023 Calendar

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
Fall Priority Scholarship Deadline

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
2:30PM | Artist-in-Residence Talk: Felipe Lopez | Free, Public

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
Community Art Classes Begin for All Ages

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
1st 6-week Kids Classes Begin

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4
2nd 6-week Kids Classes Begin

NOVEMBER 20 - 26
Thanksgiving Break, No classes*

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16
End of Fall Semester for All Ages

*Some exceptions


Support

Consider funding a scholarship or special facilities for Munson Community Arts or Pratt Munson College of Art and Design. Art enhances our lives, adding beauty and substance to human existence. Click the button below and choose which scholarship you would like to support or contact our Development Office at (315) 797-0000 ext 2297

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Interested in modeling for drawing and painting classes? Munson is always in need of models for our art classes. No previous experience necessary. To learn more or to apply visit our employment page.