Building a Creative Home
for Frogtown and Rondo
HELP US MURAL!
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On Saturday, September 28th from 11:30 AM-3 PM at 825 Arts, come paint with us! The Iktomi team will be doing a community paint-along on our new mural for the flex space. Wear clothes you're okay getting dirty, and come ready for some fun!
This project made possible by funding from the Mellon Foundation |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS: DOUBLE DUTCH, IN PERSON MINECRAFT, AND MORE!
FUN FRIDAYS WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS!Join us at 825 Friday afternoons for fun creative time with Family and Friends! This free program is a chance for adults and kids to hang out, make some art, be silly, and make new friends. We will provide art materials and some loose structured activities for everybody. Recommended for kids 4-11 and their caregivers. Please note- all kids will need an adult caretaker.
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In Person Minecraft: 825 Arts's Minecraft program is now in person! Starting September 21st, every Saturday from 10:30am-12pm, you can play Minecraft at 825 Arts. Each day will include a different guided art project alongside open freebuild and pvp arenas! Excited? Let us know you're coming at https://tinyurl.com/825MCIP24, as spots are limited (though walk-ins are welcome, space allowing). And don't worry- free online open hours will continue as usual!
Rondo Double Dutch:
We’re thrilled to announce that the Rondo Double Dutch program is launching a new 12-week class at 825 Arts starting on September 11th! This fun and engaging all-ages program will run every Wednesday from 5:30-7PM until December 7th, when we’ll celebrate with a special showcase event. Classes are pay what you can: Register at https://tinyurl.com/825DoubleDutch2024 |
COSTUME DONATION DRIVE!
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Do you have old Halloween costumes just sitting around getting dusty? Give them to us! In collaboration with TRAPS (Teachers Relationships And Parent Solutions), we're doing a costume drive. From September 16th thru October 18th, come drop off your old unwanted costumes at 825 Arts, and then from October 21 thru Halloween, come pick out a fresh one that will dazzle and terrify your friends! Drop off during our open hours from 2-5pm every day. Being spooky never felt so good~
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RECAP: FROGTOWN ARTS FESTIVAL
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This year's Frogtown Arts Festival was INCREDIBLE! With over 500 attendees (we're still working on exact numbers!) dozens of great vendors, stunning performers, awesome workshops, and our grand opening, it was our best fest yet. We're already schemeing for next year, so stick around for some fun programs in the meantime! See the full image gallery from the day at frogtownaf.org
NAME CHANGE: 825 Arts!
ARTIST OF THE MONTH:
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We’re pleased to announce it’s official! The Victoria Theater Arts Center is now 825 Arts! This name change comes from long deliberation and planning, in order to distance ourselves from the colonial legacy of Queen Victoria while acknowledging our place in the community.
You can learn more about the board’s decision, and the relevance of Queen Victoria to our old name HERE. A new website, at 825Arts.org, is forthcoming, and we'll keep you updated every step of the way as we continue to grow in our community. With a remarkable 45 years of experience, this month’s featured artist has been capturing life through the lens since the age of 18. Starting as a press photographer, he later mastered the art of cinematic photography in London, believing that every image has the power to tell a story and preserve culture.
In 2000, Getachew made the bold move to America, a journey that came with its own set of challenges. Despite having established a name back home, he found himself starting from scratch in a new country—a humbling experience that only fueled his passion for photography. When asked about his inspiration for creating his latest book, he reflected on the power of imagery to convey the richness of culture and the depth of human experience. His favorite artist? The esteemed Muhammad Amini, a photographer in Ethiopia, whose work continues to inspire their own. |
